Washington Post's Election Coverage - This is the Washington Post's extra section covering all the issues and events surrounding the upcoming Presidential Election. Los Angeles Times' Election Coverage - Extended coverage of the election is provided in this part of the Los Angeles Times . This site is devoted to covering all of the major issues and each candidate's position on them. Please click on the links below to view these roles and their resources. Democratic Presidental Candidate Republican Presidential Candidate Citizen Representing the Views of an Upper Class Business Man Citizen Representing the Views of a Minority Working Mother of the Middle Class Citizen Representing the Views of a Low Income Blue-Collar Worker Return to Top Evaluation Students will be evaluated using one of the two rubrics provided below depending on which role the student assumes.
Questions are superfiicial in nature and poorly articulated.
4 points Questions display a great deal of understanding about the topic and are well articulated. By participating in this town meeting you should be prepared to make your decision on Election Day. Your analysis and evaluation of the topics and issues that effect the election process will make you a more informed voter. Now that you have played either a candidate or an involved citizen it is your turn to become an active member of the political system. Find out what issues are important to you, take an active role in supporting your beliefs, and lobby against what is unjust.