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How to Make a Campaign Button Using Recycled Materials
A campaign button is a small piece of public expression. It can carry a candidate’s name, a short message, a hand-drawn symbol, or a reminder that young people…
A Kid’s Guide To Primary And General Elections
An election is a way for people to choose leaders or decide public questions. In the United States, presidential elections usually involve two major stages: a…
The Kerry-Edwards Vision for Energy Independence and Solar Power
During the 2004 presidential campaign, John Kerry and John Edwards presented energy policy as an economic, environmental, and national security issue. Their…
How to Create a Family Election-Night Tradition
Election night can become more than a broadcast in the background. With a little planning, families can turn the evening into a meaningful civic activity built…
What Being a Service President Meant to John Kerry
For John Kerry, the idea of a “service president” drew on a long record of military duty, public office, and civic responsibility. It described a style of…
Teresa Heinz Kerry’s passion for the arts in education
Teresa Heinz Kerry’s passion for the arts in education reflects a broad view of learning: children develop through imagination, cultural discovery, discussion,…
How To Host A Virtual Or In-Person Supporter Meet-And-Greet
A meet-and-greet gives young supporters a welcoming way to connect, exchange ideas, and learn how grassroots campaigns function. The gathering can be as simple…
The 2004 Campaign’s Use of Text Messages and Early Digital Tools
The 2004 presidential election arrived at a turning point in American communication. Broadband internet was becoming more common, mobile phones were…
Why Social Security Matters to the Next Generation
Social Security can sound like an issue reserved for retirees, payroll offices, and government officials. In reality, it is a promise shared across…
How to Bake Kerry-Edwards Cookies With Blue and Red Frosting
Kerry-Edwards cookies can turn a simple baking project into a colorful lesson in campaign history, family creativity, and civic participation. With crisp…