1. What are the consequences to a democratic society when government responds only to middle- and upper-class voters?

 

2.  The less that political campaigns appeal to young voters, the less likely they are to participate. And the less likely they participate, the less they will be targeted by political campaigns. How do you suggest we break this vicious cycle? What would be the most effective ways to target young voters? What effect would more young voters have on election outcomes? 

 

3.  Do your parents vote? Does their example influence your voting behavior?  Use text information to explain their voting behavior and your own.

 

4.  Why is voter turnout so low in the United States? What are the consequences of low turnout? Can, and should, low turnout be fixed?