Post-Course Reflection - Kris Movalia

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POLS 1101 CRN 40231 Post-Course Reflection - Kris Movalia 4/27/2023 1. Think back to where you started in this course and reflect on where you are as opposed to where you started. I can reflect that I have come a long way since I started. I knew how the American Government operated, but I still kept finding more and more to learn. With this new information expanding my knowledge, I feel even better navigating the American Governmental and political structures. 2. Analyze the trips taken and choose two or three favorites. Explain why you chose them. The American Revolution marked a crucial turning point in the development of democracy since it resulted in the creation of the United States and the adoption of its Constitution, which established a form of government based on the ideals of democracy, republicanism, and federalism. Another significant occasion was the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s, which opposed racial segregation and discrimination and resulted in the adoption of legislation defending all citizens civil rights and voting rights. 3. Reflect on your new skills in navigating the American Governmental and political structures. How will you connect with your government and the political structures in society in the future? I work in the IT department for a local government, and I occasionally have to be in charge of running the local city council & planning commission meetings from the back end, so the audience that’s physically present and online gets a seamless experience. By attending/being in charge, I have educated myself on how the local government works and ways I can participate in it which I never knew before. I have learned how the officials think about items that are being disused, how it impacts the community, and much more. There are public hearing sections that are reserved so that if any citizen wants to address their concerns or comments about an item that is being discussed, they can do so. This new skill allows me to put my voice out there and be heard. 4. With this new information you have now acquired, do you feel empowered to make change in society? If so, why? If not, why not? Knowledge of how government works, how policies are made, and how to engage with elected officials feels absolutely game changing because by voting, participating in civic activities, and advocating for social justice, I can contribute to positive social change. It helps build and sustain cohesive communities, improve outcomes, ensure access and community empowerment, help local governments promote sustainable decisions, drive social transformation, and deepen democracies. 5. What, if any social change is important to you and why? How might you now contribute to that change? In order to enhance people's lives and advance equality and justice, social structures, institutions, and ideals must change. This is referred to as social change. Ending discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, and other variables, tackling climate change and environmental degradation, and lowering poverty and inequality are only a few significant social improvements. I can support groups that work on these issues, speak out for laws that advance equality and justice, volunteer in my community, go to town hall meetings, and take personal measures to lessen my impact on the environment and advance social justice.
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