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Learning Objectives

  • Identify the constitutional requirements to run for president
  • Learn the major steps involved in the presidential election process
  • Understand the choices candidates can make in how to run their campaign
Lace up your shoes and learn how candidates run the race to become President of the United States!

Overview

Lace up your shoes and learn how candidates run the race to become President of the United States! In this printable infographic, your students will see the requirements to run for president, how candidates must prepare, and the different hurdles they have to overcome to make it to the finish line: Inauguration Day.

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iCivics en español! A version of this infographic is available in Spanish along with a Spanish Teacher’s Guide.

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