The document provides instructions for a presentation assignment for an internship applicant to demonstrate their knowledge of the U.S. electoral system. The applicant must create an 18-20 slide presentation covering the purpose and functions of political parties, ways citizens participate in campaigns and elections, the roles of caucuses, primaries and conventions, the presidential election process, and the roles of media and money in modern campaigns. Sources must be cited and documented for all non-original content.
PSYPACT- Practicing Over State Lines May 2024.pptx
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1. Assignment Content
Imagine that you've applied for an internship with your local
Senator but there are many other people competing for the
position. In order to determine the best person for the job, the
Senator wants to determine how much each potential intern
knows about the U.S. electoral system.
Create
an 18- to 20-slide presentation to illustrate your knowledge
about the U.S. electorate, campaigns, and political parties. Your
presentation must include the following:
The purpose and functions of political parties in the United
States
The various ways U.S. citizens can participate in the campaign
and election process
The function and purpose of caucuses and primary elections in
political campaigns, particularly in the presidential election
process
The role the national political party conventions play in the
presidential election process
The presidential general election campaign process, and the
important factors and events that influence it
The role the media (TV, radio, internet, social media) plays in
modern political campaigns
2. The role and influence of money in the modern political
campaign
Include
photos, illustrations, videos, or audio clips, as appropriate.
Document the source of each media item you include in your
presentation.
Include
citations for all unoriginal ideas, facts, or definitions in an
APA-formatted reference list.