Civic Virtues: Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility

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🎯 Your mission

Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.

⚡ The twist

A 'fair rule' for one group can be unfair for another.

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City hall is where local government officials work. Citizens can attend open meetings, voice opinions, and learn about decisions that affect their neighborhoods.

Key facts

Remember these

1Citizens can vote at age 18.
2Rights come with responsibilities.
3Volunteering strengthens communities.

Then & Now

🏛️ The rule you'll meet today is still on the books — sort of.

Question 1 of 2

What is one responsibility of a good citizen?

How sure?😐 maybe

Question 2 of 2

At what age can U.S. citizens vote?

How sure?😐 maybe

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You got 0 of 2 right.

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🌍 Why this still matters: Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?

🏆 Try this week: Make up a fair rule for your family. Pitch it.

👨‍👩‍👧 At dinner: “What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”

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