This course will give students the opportunity to learn and debate the basic functions of and how government, political parties, and elections work. In addition, students will evaluate the Constitutional powers and rights that President, Congress, Supreme Court and individuals in America have, as well as the impact of current events and policies on their everyday lives. They will apply their understandings by conducting a Mock Election and presenting information about candidates running for office in the 2019 primaries to the community at ESAT's history night.