CHAPTER 3 - ADVOCACY

CRIMINAL LAW - THURGOOD MARSHALL LAW ACADEMY

Ch. 3 (1) The Art of Advocacy (Classwork Grade, 30 points)

Learning Objective - After reading this section and completing corresponding homework problem, the learner will be able to (TSWBAT) complete with 80% accuracy:

1. describe the role of citizens in making laws;

2. define the term advocacy;

3. given specific public policy issues, identify groups of people who advocate for or against those policy proposals;

Ch. 3 (2) Lobbying (Classwork Grade, 40 points)

1. define the terms:

   • Lobbying

   • Grassroots lobbyist

2. describe the various methods that lobbyists use as they attempt to influence legislation;

3. evaluate the impact of lobbying and campaign contributions on lawmaking;

4. Who can be a lobbyist?

READ PP STREET LAW- 26-31