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From Classroom Teachers | General ideas for using clips
Campaign specific
Some say that this campaign has brought more attention than any other in modern history and has, thus, attracted more people to engage in the democratic process. Do you agree? Who is Michael Moore? What role does he have in the presidential election and encouraging people to vote? Is it “cool” to talk about politics? Do you think people really are aware of the issues being discussed in this campaign? What contributes to apathy among voters? What would Michael Moore’s speech mean to voters in non-presidential election years (i.e. 2006, 2002, 1998)?
 Media literacy How has technology educated American voters about the candidates and campaign issues? After watching this clip, do you find that appearances, expressions, and mannerisms influence your thinking? Think about the history of the media and politics. What does television offer to voters that newspapers and/or radio cannot? What does this powerful medium mean to the political process? How has Michael Moore capitalized on his talent to persuade Americans? Is he fair and balanced? Is he trying to be? Do you think voters today are easily swayed, or do they form their own opinions overall?
More ideas
Who are the conservative counterparts to Michael Moore? Who speaks against leaders in the Democratic Party in the way Michael Moore criticizes George W. Bush? How does Mr. Moore’s voice compare/contrast with those of conservative spokespersons? Do you think that activists-liberal and conservative-are furthering the political process or hurting it? Do they have a commitment to party politics, or are they working for a non-partisan cause? Should Michael Moore run for political office?
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