Recently, I have discovered that many college freshman have no clue about The Constitution, The Bill of Rights, yet, these young adults are on the edge of voting. Many are uninterested in Social questions such as Welfare, Health, etc.. most have no clue as to how the Government works! I was disheartened to hear some state they didn't know about The Patriot Act, Homeland Security(oh, their parents discuss it). They say 'no' to taxes, but have no idea why. They say 'yes' to a change, but have no idea 'why'. Not one that I spoke with said the above courses were even offered in the schools---or they weren't aware of them(I took Political Science as an elective in my Jr. and Sr. High School years in the mid-70's)Please note this is a generalized question, not directed to a particular region or state.
2007-10-02
04:49:20
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Elaine
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