How to Read the News

Mission Brief #2

🎯 Your mission

Spot how one country's choice ripples to others.

⚡ The twist

Everything is connected — even when it doesn't look like it.

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In a democracy, every citizen has a voice. Voting is one of the most important ways to participate. Even before you can vote, you can attend meetings, write letters to leaders, and join community projects.

Key facts

Remember these

1The Pledge of Allegiance was written in 1892.
2Jury duty is a civic responsibility.
3Citizens can vote at age 18.

Then & Now

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Question 1 of 2

At what age can U.S. citizens vote?

How sure?😐 maybe

Question 2 of 2

What is community service?

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🌍 Why this still matters: Pick any product in your home. Trace where it came from. Be amazed.

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