Discussion Topic Using your voice to address those in positions of power—from school officials to
government leaders—is an important part of being a citizen. Using that voice effectively is
a skill. Luckily, our history offers us outstanding examples of master communicators, and
you will learn from them in this unit. Think about times you've spoken to an authority
figure about a change you want to see.
How did you go about it?
What would you like to learn or do differently the next time you are in that position?