Civics: Parliament Activity Scenarios

Think!  For each of the following scenarios  Try to understand each side  Are there related issues that might be affected by your decision?  Who might be affected or have an interest in this issue?  What questions would you like to have answered before making a decision?

Assisted Suicide  A prominent member of the medical community recently died and left a moving message imploring government to legalize assisted suicide  The message has gone viral and sparked discussion about assisted suicide across the country  Politicians are being asked to consider it

Prostitution  A group of sex workers has taken political action recently to see a change in the law  The group says that the current laws make many women unsafe since they need to fear both their clients and the police  Their opponents say that legalization would harm more women by encouraging the exploitive practice of prostitution

Car Insurance  It has been suggested that a change to the insurance industry should be made. That all drivers pay the same amount unless their driving record causes it to change.  Young drivers would see a massive reduction in their costs  All drivers over the age of 25 would see a significant increase to their costs.