How to Be an Informed Citizen

Mission Brief #39

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Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.

⚡ The twist

Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.

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Being an informed citizen means knowing what is happening in your community and country. You can become informed by reading newspapers, watching news programs, and listening to podcasts. It is also helpful to discuss current events with family and friends. The more you know, the better decisions you can make when voting or getting involved in your community.

Key facts

Remember these

1Informed citizens know what is happening around them.
2Reading and watching news are good ways to stay informed.
3Talking about current events helps share knowledge.

Then & Now

🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.

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