What Students Need to Know About Political Campaign Commercials

[Frank W. Baker]

Did you know that a politician's commercials, on radio or TV, are considered 'free speech'? And as such they can say anything? Even lies?  If politicians have a “license to lie” in campaign advertising, how are our students going to know who and what to believe? Critical thinking skills are paramount, says media literacy consultant Frank W. Baker, who shares insights and resources tied to Common Core and social studies standards.