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Lesson 47 of 84 · Current Events
How Government Decisions Affect You
Citizens can write letters to elected officials to share concerns or ideas. Representatives pay attention when many people contact them about the same issue. It is a powerful tool of democracy.
Key Facts
1
The Pledge of Allegiance was written in 1892.
2
Jury duty is a civic responsibility.
3
Citizens can vote at age 18.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2At what age can U.S. citizens vote?