What Issues in the 2020 Presidential Race Are Most Important to You?
Millennials and Gen Z lean left, and they largely oppose Mr. Trump: His approval rating in a Gallup poll this month was 36 percent among 18- to 34-year-olds, compared with 44 percent over all.But many of them also oppose what they see as an outdated Democratic establishment. And they don’t necessarily think replacing Mr. Trump…
Lesson of the Day: ‘From Chile to Lebanon, Protests Flare Over Wallet Issues’
Find all our Lessons of the Day here. Lesson Overview Featured Article: “From Chile to Lebanon, Protests Flare Over Wallet Issues” Pocketbook items have become the catalysts for popular fury across the globe in recent weeks. In this lesson, students will explore why people protest, examine the factors and causes of this recent wave of…
Reader Idea: Helping Students Discover and Write About the Issues That Matter to Them
Students initially focus on writing a strong, convincing argument using at least one New York Times source and one other source for support. They know that they’ll ultimately need to write a counterargument and rebuttal, a call to action, and a compelling title, but I teach strategies for each of these elements as mini lessons…
