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06-30-2009, 10:36 AM #71
That's a good idea...and I've always semi-agreed with the idea of passing a very basic test before being allowed to vote. I just know when I was 18, I didn't vote precisely because I really had no clue about politics, the candidates, or anything involved...
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06-30-2009, 11:02 AM #72
Great Topic of discussion.
Private Schools don't do much about teaching Politics either; probably because whoever taught the class would be biased. I'm going to be like 17 and a half when the next voting period comes, so I can't vote for awhile, but I am interested in politics, and I am more informed than most kids my age. When I talk to some of them about politics they have no clue what they are talking about. For example, I give out a list of reasons against Obama, and it's the kids turn for a rebuttal. This is what he says: "McCain will die in office and Palin in horrible." And this is one of the smartest kids in the grade. I actually wish I was old enough to vote because I find politics interesting. BTW I supported Romney.
Once again, great information. I think somehow we should try to inform kids of politics, but not too much because they need to form their own views.
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06-30-2009, 11:08 AM #73
BTW, wasn't this also the day that King Henry II was mortally wounded while in a jousting match? I vaguely remember my teacher saying something about that, and it was interesting so I remembered it. I might be wrong, but didn't the sword or whatever it's called pierce through his eye when it went through his little eyepiece on the helmet?
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06-30-2009, 11:11 AM #74
Interesting. Upon further research, you're right. King Henry II of France was in a jousting match on June 30, 1559 when his headgear was pierced and his opponents weapon penetrated his temple. He lived for only 11 days after. Kyle, shoot me a PM, I've got something to ask you.
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06-30-2009, 11:14 AM #75
Great to have a perspective from someone that sees it everyday. 18 yos who keep up with things like you do should definitely be allowed to vote...but you're in the vast minority I would say. And really, I don't think teenagers should be asked to keep up with politics (unless they just want to)...you get enough of that crap when you get older, enjoy the days without it!!
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06-30-2009, 11:42 AM #76
Well, I wouldn't necessarily say that we aren't involved in "politics." I have witnessed "politics" on a small scale many a time at school, the playground, and other places. Some kids may be oblivious, but the politics I am talking about are making teams and getting school awards. I remember in 11-12 year old baseball, there were a few average kids playing, and their dads were really active at the playground. When the time for all-star picking came around, a few of those average kids made the team over some guys who were definitely more talented. Me and a few other guys really got ripped off, but it was o.k. because I didn't really want to spend my whole summer playing baseball anyway. After that and a few other instances of "politics," I decided to stray away from the playground and competitive scene and just play for fun. Since I did that, I have a lot more fun when playing sports. I still play competitively in soccer, and I also run cross country; but it is more of an outlet and a way to stay in shape while chilling with my friends. So all in all, I think that every kid faces politics on a small scale even if they don't realize it, but if the politics turn sour, don't waste your time with it.
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06-30-2009, 11:51 AM #77
Oh definitely...I meant national politics. I know exactly what you're talking about...I live in a small town and I faced all of that when I was playing sports as a kid and my niece is going through the same thing now.
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07-01-2009, 08:47 AM #78
July 1, 1863 - Battle of Gettysburg Began
Often deemed the "turning point of the war" and the battle with the largest number of casualties, the Battle of Gettysburg started on this day. After three vicious days of fighting, the Union soldiers came out on top with what was to be a very decisive victory. Between 46,000 and 51,000 American casualties and losses occured that day as President Lincoln used the time after the battle to honor the fallen and redefine the purpose of the war in his Gettysburg Address.
Other significant events...
July 1, 1867 - Canada became a self-governing dominion of Great Britain.
July 1, 1881 - The world's first international telephone call takes place between St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada, and Calais, Maine, United States.
July 1, 1921 - The Communist Party of China is founded.
July 1, 2004 - Saddam Hussein made a defiant first public appearance in an Iraqi court since being captured seven months earlier.
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07-01-2009, 10:10 AM #79
I guess it makes sense geographically, but who would think the first international phone call in history would involve Maine?
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07-01-2009, 11:14 AM #80
Once again, great read. I wonder what this country would have been like if the Confederacy would have won. There probably would have been another Civil War some years later. Who knows?
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Originally Posted by rchurchward 
