Critical Thinking and Political Commentary
Political commentary is the expression of opinion about politics, government and public policy. It may be found in many forms:…
Public Debate in the Classroom
Public debate is a familiar part of public life in democracies around the world. Political candidate debates are the most…
Your City Council is Your Legislature
Your city council is your legislature – they set policies and budgets that impact your daily life. They also approve…
What is a Mayor Speech?
A mayor speech is a seven to nine minute persuasive speech that uses a problem-solution format. The term “mayor” has…
Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute
Veterans have left their mark on the enduring freedoms that we share. This week, as we celebrate Veterans Day and…
Noneconomic Factors and the Study of Regional Development
Regional development is a term often used to describe a process of building successful economies for entire regions. The goal…
Mayor Speeches in 2019
A mayor is the leader of a municipal government. In some systems of government, such as a council-manager arrangement, the…
Neighborhood Alert – How to Set Up a Neighborhood Watch Program
Neighborhood alert is a communication tool for residents to share incidents, suspicious activity and security concerns in their community. The…
Celebrate Your Graduation With a Themed Party
Graduation is an important day that signals the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. It is a…
Education Reform – Balancing High Standards With Flexibility
If you walked into an average classroom in the United States today, it would probably look little different from the…