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What are the basic ideas behind politics?

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Politics is the process of making uniform decisions that apply to all groups of people.

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I would like to get involved in politics on a local level. Who can I contact?

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Start going to your local city council and board of supervisor public meetings. Find out what their timing requirements are to get items on the agenda for discussion. Start with being proactive trying to solve problems that you care about. Then consider at what level of commitment you want to participate in, possibly run for a council or board position. Also go to your local school board meetings if education is something you are interested in. You may want to attend local water board meetings too.

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How can I be involved in local politics if I was born in another country? I am a US citizen now.

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Since you are a citizen, it doesn't matter where you were born. You can get involved in local politics the same way anyone else would.

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I have been involved in politics at the local level for the past 2 years, but I haven't gained a lot of recognition. How can I become well known in the local area? How should I interact with the general public?

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Try to assemble a team with the same political views as you. Attend meetings and other local activities. If you dislike what the person in office is doing, then make sure people know it. You can do so by posting on social media or addressing the issues publicly. You also might want to organize your own events and invite people to come hear you speak about your platform.

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How do I find out when the next town hall meeting is in my city?

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Most communities will have this information posted somewhere online, such as on a Facebook group page, on their own website or through a community site that acts as an online information resource for a local area. Another option is to drop by your local town hall, council or municipality and ask them, or check their website/email them.

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Can I get involved in politics (local/state/or national) even as a teenager? If so, how?

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Yes, you can. IStart by volunteering with your local city or county council. Search for contact information on public officials' websites, and reach out asking for volunteering opportunities.

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How can I run for president as a minor?

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That is not possible. You must be at least thirty-five to run for US president.

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