Name: 4/20 Weekly Current Events and Election Update
Uploaded: 2020-04-21T00:30:00.000Z
Description: This week, we took time to update you on what's happening around the United States in terms of COVID-19, voting in a pandemic, and the a Senate race that shaping up to be competitive come November.

Current Events

The world is a crazy, unpredictable place. Luckily, every day, people take charge and organize movements, make change, and lead nations. These can be world leaders like the President or individuals just like you and I such as Greta Thunberg and other activists leading the charge across the world every day. These figures fight for justice, fairness, and equality, or in some cases actively fight against these causes. Understanding who is leading the world is crucial in understanding current events and the world around you. In these guides, you'll learn who these people are and why they're so important to the world today. Check out Fiveable's free materials to find out more about these change-makers.

Notable People

What's going on around the country? This question is rattling through the minds of millions. Between ever-changing headlines, constant controversy, and turmoil nationwide, understanding current events is more important now than ever. Learn about political stories, notable figures, economics, the environment, and more. Check out Fiveable's free current events study guides to learn more about today's United States.

US Events

Every culture has different holidays, which often relate to religion, tradition, or a number of other aspects of culture. We'll take a tour of the world through the lens of different holidays, how they're celebrated, and the customs associated with them.

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This week, we took time to update you on what's happening around the United States in terms of COVID-19, voting in a pandemic, and the a Senate race that shaping up to be competitive come November.

Sparking Environmental Change With a Youth-Driven Movement

Who is Greta Thunberg? 👩

Notable Activism/Appearances 💡

What Can We Do? 🙌







Greta Thunberg

Fighting for Free Accessible Education for Women 

Who Is Malala? ⚡️

What Exactly Does Malala Fight For? 👊

More About Malala 🦸

Where is She Now? 🌎

Sources for Further Reading 🔑

Malala Yousafzai

What's Happening Right Now with the Texas Abortion Law? 

History of Abortion Laws in America

About the Law

Efforts to Stop the Law

The Texas Abortion Law

Hispanic Heritage Month

Origins⏱

Significance📆

Why Hispanic Heritage Month Matters🗣

Modern Day Celebrations/ How Can I Celebrate?🎉

Significant Hispanic Figures👥

What is Hispanic Heritage Month?

Hispanic Food 🌯

Hispanic Art 🎨 

Hispanic Music 🎶 

Closing 🎊 

Introduction to Hispanic Heritage Month

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