Since its founding, America’s leaders have recognized that one of the most important purposes of educating the nation’s citizens is to protect and strengthen democracy. Informed participation in civic and democratic life includes which of the following. a.
Voting, volunteering, and encouraging others to engage in the community.

b.
Acknowledging that politics and public polices do exist, but choosing not to engage.

c.
Pretending that politics and public polices do not exist.

d.
Having no knowledge and/or access to information regarding the political system and/or elected officials.

On july 4, 1776, thomas jefferson wrote the declaration of independence. the declaration of independence can be compared to a break up letter because jefferson explained why america wanted its independence from king george iii. read pages 516-520 in your textbook to discover why america wanted to be an independent country. you will write your own break up letter from the colonies to king george iii. your letter needs to be at least 5-7 sentences, include the issues/events leading up to this breaking point, and why the founding fathers felt independence would be better. remember! this is a “breakup letter”, so channel your inner taylor swift and make it creative!