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Navigate the foundations of civic knowledge. Each category connects skills, topics, and real-world applications to help you understand how democracy actually works.

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Government

22 skills

Federal, state, and local government structures and processes

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Elections

16 skills

Electoral systems, voting rights, and campaign processes

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Economy

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Economic policy, taxation, and financial systems

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Foreign Policy

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International relations and diplomatic affairs

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Justice

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Legal system, courts, and law enforcement

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Civil Rights

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Individual rights and civil liberties

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Environment

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Environmental policy and sustainability

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Local Issues

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Community governance and local civic engagement

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Constitutional Law

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Constitutional principles and interpretation

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National Security

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Defense, security, and public safety

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Public Policy

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Policy analysis and implementation

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Historical Precedent

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Historical context and precedents

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Civic Action

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Community engagement and civic participation

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Electoral Systems

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Voting systems and electoral processes

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Legislative Process

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How laws are made and implemented

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Judicial Review

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Court review of laws and executive actions

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Policy Analysis

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Analyzing and evaluating public policies

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Civic Participation

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Ways citizens can engage in democracy

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Immigration

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Migration law & policy

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Media Literacy

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Understanding & critiquing media

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AI Governance

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Ethics & regulation of AI

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Health Care & Public Health

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Health coverage, drug costs, and community well-being.

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Education

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Schools, student debt, and lifelong learning for everyone.

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Labor & Employment

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Workers’ rights, wages, unions, and the modern gig economy.

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Housing & Development

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Affordable homes, zoning rules, and smarter, safer neighborhoods.

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Energy & Natural Resources

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Power choices, conservation, and access to critical resources.

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Infrastructure & Transportation

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How we move people, goods, and dataβ€”roads to broadband.

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Technology & Innovation

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R&D, emerging tech, and keeping the U.S. competitive and ethical.

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Tax & Budget

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How government raises and spends moneyβ€”and why it matters to you.

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Ethics in Government

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Transparency, anti-corruption, and rebuilding public trust.

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Agriculture & Rural Affairs

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Food systems, farm policy, and thriving rural communities.

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Trade & Commerce

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Tariffs, trade deals, and navigating global markets.

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Digital Rights & Cybersecurity

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Privacy, data protection, and defending critical systems online.

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Veterans & Military Affairs

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Benefits, health care, and opportunities for those who served.

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Religion, Culture & Society

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Faith, arts, and the debates shaping civic life and identity.

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Disaster Management

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Resilience, relief, and coordinating fast, effective crisis response.

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Core Civic Knowledge

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Essential civic knowledge that remains relevant regardless of current events. Build your foundation in democratic processes, constitutional rights, and government structure.

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AI in Democracy: Algorithms and Elections

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Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping democracy in 2025, from EU AI Act implementation to deepfakes in elections to state-level AI regulations.

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Deepfakes Flood Democracy: 2024 Election Reality Check

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Over 2,000 AI-generated deepfake videos circulated during 2024 global elections, from fake Biden robocalls to AI-generated hurricane disinformation.

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Democracy Under Siege: How Modern Voter Suppression Works

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Voter suppression has evolved from poll taxes to surgical precision. Learn the sophisticated tactics used today to silence votersβ€”from strategic DMV closures to surgical gerrymanderingβ€”and who's most at risk.

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EU AI Act Goes Global: August 2025 Implementation

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The world's first comprehensive AI regulation takes effect August 2025, banning high-risk AI systems and requiring transparency from tech giants.

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How American elections actually work from local to federal

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Understanding how US elections work, from local to federal levels

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How dark money and gerrymandering break American democracy

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Campaign finance, gerrymandering, and efforts to reform the electoral system

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How the Constitution shapes your daily rights and freedoms

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Master the foundational document of American democracy through questions that reveal how constitutional principles shape your daily rights and freedoms.

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State AI Laws: 50 States, 50 Different Rules

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Colorado's AI Act takes effect 2026, California considers 30+ AI bills, while Texas narrowed its regulations. States are creating a patchwork of conflicting AI rules.

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The Long Road to the Ballot Box: America's Voting Rights Journey

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From the 15th Amendment to the Voting Rights Act of 1965, discover how millions of Americans fought for nearly a century to secure their most fundamental democratic rightβ€”and why that fight continues today.

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Featured Skills

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Essential civic skills organized by category. Master these to build a strong foundation in democratic participation.

Civic Action

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Organize People for Change

Core Skill
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Bring people together to solve community problems. Leadership skill for any group project or cause.

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Communicate Your Message

Core Skill
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Explain your ideas clearly to different audiences. Essential for presentations, interviews, and persuasion.

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Plan Campaigns

Core Skill
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Organize efforts to create change step by step. Project management for any goal you want to achieve.

Judicial Review

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Understand How Courts Work

Core Skill
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Know the basics of how different courts operate. Useful for any legal situation you might face.

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Read Court Decisions

Core Skill
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Understand what court rulings actually say and mean. Document analysis for any complex decision.

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Understand Your Legal Rights

Core Skill
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Know what legal protections you have in different situations. Self-protection skill for navigating adult life.

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Follow Supreme Court Cases

Core Skill
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Track major cases that affect constitutional rights. News literacy for understanding legal developments.

Government

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Legislative Process

Core Skill
Level 2

Understand how ideas become laws. Useful for following any step-by-step process.

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Read Government Budgets

Core Skill
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Understand where tax money goes and what governments prioritize. Useful for any budget analysis.

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Find Public Information

Core Skill
Level 1

Use government websites to find information you need. Great skill for research projects and fact-checking.

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Executive Powers

Core Skill
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Know what the president can and cannot do. Helps you understand leadership limits anywhere.

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Judicial System

Core Skill
Level 2

Understand how courts work and review laws. System navigation for any legal issue.

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Contact Your Representatives

Core Skill
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Know who represents you and how to reach them. Apply this networking skill anywhere you need influence.

Constitutional Law

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Use Your Constitutional Rights

Core Skill
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Know when and how to invoke your constitutional protections. Helps you stand up for yourself in any formal situation.

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Constitutional Interpretation

Core Skill
Level 3

Figure out what the Constitution actually says about modern issues. Think like a judge when making fair decisions.

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Separation of Powers

Core Skill
Level 2

Knowledge of how power is divided between branches of government

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Recognize Government Overreach

Core Skill
Level 3

Spot when authorities exceed their legal powers. Apply this to any situation where someone abuses their authority.

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Federalism

Core Skill
Level 2

Understand how federal and state governments share power. Helps you know who to contact about different problems.

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Understand Checks and Balances

Core Skill
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See how different parts of government limit each other's power. Useful for understanding any organization's structure.

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Bill of Rights

Core Skill
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Know your basic freedoms and what government can and cannot do to you.

Immigration

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Understand Immigration Basics

Core Skill
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Know the difference between various immigration statuses and processes. Helps you understand diverse communities and legal pathways.

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Help Immigrants Navigate Services

Core Skill
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Assist newcomers in accessing government services and community resources. Service navigation skills.

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Understand Immigration Rights

Core Skill
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Know what rights immigrants have regardless of status. Human rights awareness for community support.

Media Literacy

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Check If Sources Are Real

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Verify whether news sources and websites are trustworthy. Essential for school research and avoiding fake news.

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Fact-Check Claims

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Use reliable methods to verify if something is true. Protect yourself from misinformation everywhere.

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Spot Bias and Manipulation

Core Skill
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Recognize when media, ads, or people are trying to influence you unfairly. Stay in control of your own opinions.

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Read Charts and Stats

Core Skill
Level 2

Understand graphs, statistics, and data presentations. Useful for school projects and informed decisions.

Civic Participation

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Vote in All Elections

Core Skill
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Show up for federal, state, and local elections. Participation skill for having your voice heard.

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Volunteer for Campaigns

Core Skill
Level 2

Help candidates and causes you support. Teamwork and advocacy skills for any cause you care about.

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Join Community Organizations

Core Skill
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Participate in groups working on issues you care about. Networking and collaboration skills.

Elections

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Research Candidates

Core Skill
Level 2

Look up candidates' backgrounds, positions, and track records. Use these research skills to evaluate any leader or expert.

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Understand Your Ballot

Core Skill
Level 1

Figure out what you're actually voting on, from president to local measures. Great skill for understanding any complex decision.

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Register and Vote

Core Skill
Level 1

Navigate the voting process from registration to casting your ballot. Learn to follow procedures in any formal process.

Legislative Process

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Track How Bills Become Laws

Core Skill
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Follow legislation from introduction to passage. Process understanding for any multi-step approval system.

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Read Proposed Legislation

Core Skill
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Understand what bills actually say beyond news headlines. Document analysis skill for any legal text.

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Contact Legislators

Core Skill
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Write and call your representatives about specific bills. Professional communication for influencing decisions.

AI Governance

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Understand AI in Daily Life

Core Skill
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Recognize when AI affects your decisions and choices. Helps you stay in control of technology instead of being controlled by it.

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Protect Your Data from AI

Core Skill
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Control what information AI systems collect about you. Essential privacy skill for the digital age.

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Spot AI Bias and Unfairness

Core Skill
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Recognize when AI systems treat people unfairly. Critical thinking skill for any automated decision-making.

Economy

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Read Economic News

Core Skill
Level 2

Understand what economic reports actually mean for your life. Make better decisions about jobs and money.

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Figure Out Tax Impact

Core Skill
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Calculate how tax changes affect your family's budget. Understand any policy that costs or saves you money.

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Spot Economic BS

Core Skill
Level 3

Recognize when politicians or media misuse economic statistics. Protect yourself from misleading financial information anywhere.

Civil Rights

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Know Your Rights

Core Skill
Level 1

Understand your basic rights in different situations. Stand up for yourself at school, work, and community.

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Document Problems

Core Skill
Level 2

Record incidents properly to build a case for change. Useful for addressing any unfair treatment.

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File Complaints

Core Skill
Level 2

Report discrimination and get help through official channels. Apply to any unfair situation.

Policy Analysis

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Break Down Complex Policies

Core Skill
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Simplify complicated policies to understand what they really do. Analysis for any complex system.

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Identify Policy Winners and Losers

Core Skill
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Figure out who benefits and who gets hurt by policy changes. Stakeholder analysis for major decisions.

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Compare Policy Options

Core Skill
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Evaluate different approaches to solving the same problem. Decision-making for choosing between alternatives.

Public Policy

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Analyze Policy Changes

Core Skill
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Figure out how new policies will actually affect you and your community. Evaluate any proposed change.

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Write Public Comments

Core Skill
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Submit effective feedback on government proposals. Practice persuasive writing and participating in decision-making.