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What is one of the main goals of STREET LAW?
To promote legal awareness
What constitutional rights protect lobbying?
Freedom of speech and assembly
Name three techniques lobbyists use to influence lawmakers.
Writing letters, organizing a protest, and voting
What must advocates determine before they act?
Advocates must conduct thorough research and planning to determine their goals, target audience, strategy, and resources
What does the term "advocacy" mean?
Supporting a cause or proposal
What are the three key parts of effective advocacy?
Research, communication, and action
What is an initiative?
A process where citizens propose legislation
What is the definition of Street Law?
a global program of legal and civics education geared at secondary school students
What is "Lobbying"?
Influencing decision -makers
Do you think lobbying is a positive or negative part of democracy?
It can be both, depending on its use
What is a referendum?
A vote by the electorate on a specific proposal
What is a referendum?
A vote by the electorate on a specific proposal
Why do you think advocacy is called an"art"?
It requires creativity and skill
What state was the first to adopt the initiative and referendum systems?
Oregon
Give examples of issues that have been decided by referenda.
Constitutional amendments, independence, and EU membership
A process where citizens propose legislation?
an initiative
What is a recall election?
A process to remove an elected official
Why is it important to gather facts before starting advocacy?
To ensure informed decision-making
What are the requirements to register to vote in the U.S.?
Citizenship, age, and residency