Democracy It Is!

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2011/12 KETKY Program Schedule

101. Rules for Citizens

Who needs rules? Anyone who wants to make a difference in his or her community.

102. Rights of Citizens

Young people take action to preserve their rights and those of fellow students.

103. Responsibilities of Citizens

Stories of young activists demonstrate personal and communal responsibility in school and community settings.

104. Choices and Changes

Young people from around the country talk about how they decided to become advocates for changes in their communities.

105. Principles of Democracy

Explores three fundamentals of democracy: an impartial judicial system, a free press, and free and fair elections.

106. Citizenship and Majority Rule

Three stories focusing on responsibility to self and to others illuminate the meaning of democracy.

107. Power and Privilege

Examines the relationship between power and privilege in three cases involving discrimination, speeding, and tobacco companies.

108. Activism and Social Justice

Young activists show how to make your voice heard.

The schedule listed here includes only airings on the KETKY channel. See the complete Democracy It Is! broadcast schedule for airings on all KET channels.

This program relates to the following Kentucky Academic Expectations.

2.14	Democratic Principles
2.15	Citizen Rights and Responsibilities
2.16	Social Systems