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Elections

Virginia SOL GOVT.6

Explain the process of local, state, and national elections.

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What students need to be able to do

  • Describe how amendments and laws have extended voting rights to previously disenfranchised Americans.
  • Examine campaign finance laws, funding, and spending, including Supreme Court decisions and the role of interest groups.
  • Describe the nomination and election process, including the organization and evolving role of political parties and interest groups.
  • Analyze the influence of media coverage, campaign advertising, public opinion polls, social media, and digital communications on elections.
  • Explain the role of the Electoral College and the impact of reapportionment and redistricting on elections and governance.
  • Evaluate challenges of the election process, including redistricting and gerrymandering.