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Publication Date: 1996
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Getting into Issues: Good Government.
Woodwell, William H., Jr.
Social Education, v60 n6 p365-67 Oct 1996
Provides a brief overview of the current arguments concerning campaign finance reform and congressional term limits. Discusses limits on spending, special interest contributions, "soft money," the power of incumbents, and the role of Political Action Committees. Includes a brief historical synopsis of campaign finance reform movements. (MJP)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Conflict of Interest, Credibility, Ethics, Federal Government, Federal Legislation, Finance Reform, Financial Problems, Financial Support, Law Related Education, Middle Schools, Political Campaigns, Political Influences, Political Issues, Politics, Public Opinion, Secondary Education, Social Action, Social Studies
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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