Week12 (IIIb): With What and Whom? Assets and Allies

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What is the point of this week (The goals)

The point of the week is to continue our section on politics. If our problem were easily solved, if our policy were easily enacted, we wouldn't much help, but if the problem is still around, then we probably need help. After we've figured out "Who can help?" we need to figure out "With What" we will persuade the the decision-maker and "With Whom" we are going to work to make that happen.

Why learn this? (The reasons)

Politics isn't just about having the right answer or finding the right person to talk to--it is also about knowing what to bring to the table: is it a good argument? resources? expertise and information? other people (supporters or networks? publicity? or anything else that might cause those in power to make change.)

**What should you do before class? (The reading)**

For Monday, please read the following two chapters from the University of Kansas' CommunityToolbox:
- Skills for Advocates: https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/advocacy/advocacy-principles/survival-skills/main
- Recognizing Allies: https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/advocacy/advocacy-principles/recognize-allies/main
For Wednesday, please be sure to have read the Community Toolbox texts and please also take the following two online quizzes:
- Idealog: https://www.idealog.org/
- Isidewith: https://www.isidewith.com/

What should you hand in this week? (The assignment)

By Friday at 5pm, please complete part 5 of the Agency Project which you can find here: PS1000 Agency Project, Part 5: Learn and Plan

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