Life as a Member of the U.S. House

This video originally aired on Tuesday, May 6, 2003.

About This Video

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-IL) discusses why he ran, how he won his seat, his experiences as an African American in Congress and reasons to participate in the political process.

Discussion Questions

  1. How old do you have to be to serve as a Representative? What do Representatives do?
  2. Describe how Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-IL) reaches out to voters.
  3. Why should young people become involved in the political process?
  4. Explain whether or not you would want to be a Member of Congress

Keywords

Districts and Redistricting, LEGISLATIVE, State and Local Politics, U.S. House of Representatives, Values, Voting

Related Subjects/Topics

  • U.S. House of Representatives
  • Campaigns and Elections
  • Civil Liberties
  • Political Parties
  • U.S. Constitution

Speakers

  • Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-IL)