• attend city council meetings
• run for office
• spearhead a community service program
the actions in the box above are all
a.
examples of how a citizen can participate in local government.
b.
rights protected by the united states constitution.
c.
examples of how a citizen can reform the electoral process.
d.
mandatory responsibilities of all united states citizens.

Jane is a new therapist who works with couples and families. her decision was motivated by her sister melinda’s experience of spousal abuse. when jane meets with her supervisor to review cases, he points out that jane takes sides with her female clients when they cry or describe intense conflicts with their husbands. she believes her supervisor is blind to the signs of abuse. what critical thinking pitfall do jane’s reactions show?