Political Activism and Advocacy: Driving Policy Change
Chances are, you’ve participated in political advocacy or activism at some point in your life.
Maybe you’ve signed petitions, made donations, attended community meetings, joined a peaceful demonstration or used social media to raise awareness for a cause close to your heart. Even these small acts of engagement illustrate the power collective political activism and advocacy can have on a community.
Learn more about political advocacy and activism and their significance in influencing public policy. By delving into the nuances of these terms and providing practical guidance, educators can equip themselves with the tools to inspire and encourage students toward meaningful civic participation.
The Role of Entitlement Programs in the U.S. Federal Budget
From providing a safety net during personal crises to ensuring access to essential healthcare services, entitlement programs support those in need by enabling accessibility to necessary resources, services and funding. However, their soaring costs raise critical questions about sustainability and the future of federal spending.
Continue reading to learn more about government entitlement programs, their impact on the federal budget and the potential solutions to address their growing expenses.
The Budgetary Process: Unraveling the Steps in Balancing the U.S. Federal Budget
The U.S. federal budget plays a critical role in funding various government programs and services, affecting everything from infrastructure development to social welfare programs and defense expenditures. However, the federal budget deficit and the looming debt ceiling have become a growing concern for many Americans.
Learn more about the federal budget, including major contributing factors, steps to balance it and potential implications for economic stability, government programs and the overall well-being of the American people.
Obligation vs. Entitlement: Exploring the Distinctions
Join Policy vs Politics in exploring the fundamental ideas behind obligation and entitlement, their parallels and distinctions and how they relate to the ideas of duty, responsibility, rights and benefits.
What Influences Societal Obligation? How Can Individuals Contribute to the “Greater Good”?
Explore the underlying principles of obligation towards the greater good of a community, the reciprocal relationship between individuals and society and the significance of civic engagement and active participation within a community.
The Economic Impact of Mandatory Spending on the US Budget and National Debt
Learn more about mandatory spending, its role within the US budget and its effects on the economy.
