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Lesson 34
Knowing the Law
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Civics
10th Grade
03/14/2013

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public hearings
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meeting for the public to express its views.
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informed citizenry
Definition
citizens are to have knowledge to participate responsibly in democratic politics and are responsible for knowing the law.
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franking privilege
Definition
right of certain government employees to sue the postal service for free.
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political debate
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a structured discussion between candidates to inform citizens about candidates' stances on issues.
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public forums
Definition
meetings at which citizens and government officials air and exchange view on public issues and problems.
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press release
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a written or recorded communication sent to the media by government, an organization, or an individual.
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"mass media"
Definition
print or electronic media such as newspapers, television, or the Internet that is intended to reach a large audience.
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town meetings
Definition
New England tradition where citizens vote on local issues by a simple majority of the whole.
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