Introduction

**INTRODUCTION **
“Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard of democracy, therefore, is education.” -Franklin D. Roosevelt

====Have you ever watched the news and felt confused about a political issue? Have you ever been upset or even angry about political decisions that affect you and your community? Have you ever felt strongly about a political issue and wished that you could make a difference? Political efficacy is your belief that you can understand and influence political affairs. Someday soon you'll be allowed to vote in order to voice your political views, but until then there are many other ways that you can make a difference!====