Why Should We Study Political Theory?

Realize that studying political theory is essential for all citizens to act responsibly, overcome prejudice, and communicate rationally.

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Not Just for Politicians!

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💡Think About it!
You might think Political Theory is only for politicians, bureaucrats, or lawyers. But we all learn basic arithmetic even if we aren't going to be mathematicians. Political theory is the basic arithmetic of citizenship!
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The Audience Sets the Standard

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Four Reasons to Study Political Theory

The four main benefits of the discipline for high school students.

Why Study Political Theory?

We might not all become politicians or bureaucrats, so why study political concepts? It turns out, ideas like freedom, equality, and justice apply directly to our everyday lives.

Whether you are a high school student or a future professional, understanding these principles is like learning basic arithmetic—it is practically useful for life in general.

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From Opinion to Argument

Order the steps of developing a political thought.

Order the steps describing how political theory helps transform our everyday opinions into rational arguments (First to Last).

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