Senators


 * 1) 1 - Read Unit 3 (chapters 10 - 12) and write short answer questions that you believe everyone should know. Working with your party caucus, construct a 25 minute lesson with homework to teach those questions. The questions will be used on a quiz.


 * 1) 2 - Research your assigned state and create a brochure explaining how you will represent your state's interests.

Considering the powers of congress in chapter 11, which do you find is most important Constitutionally, historically and in your term as a US Senator? Set specific goals as compared to the compared to good uses and misuses of congressional power.
 * 1) 3 - Essays

Write a "stump" speech to explain to visitors to your Senate office the importance and wonders of your state. [|How to Write a Stump Speech] - Thanks, Hailey, for finding this. [|Another one] [|Al Franken] Stump Speech [|Obama Stump Speech] [|Palin Stump Speech]


 * 1) 4 - Write legislation. One party platform bill and one personal interest bill.


 * 1) 5 - Research all drafted legislation thoroughly and find out what effect it would have on your state. Vote carefully and be prepared to defend that vote publicly and in the courts.