Every year, Washington residents receive a Voters’ Pamphlet in their mailbox prior to the election. Along with the Video Voters Guide produced by TVW, the Voters’ Pamphlet is a powerful tool for Washingtonians, allowing them to hear from the candidates in their own words, regardless of how much media coverage they receive. The Secretary of State’s office does not fact check any candidate statement. In this lesson, students will hear from the Secretary of State and the Lieutenant Governor about the importance of this election information.
Essential Questions:
- Should the state provide election information to the public?
- To what extent should the government fact check what candidates say in an election?