Worklife with Adam Grant If teachers took over the government with Sharon McMahon
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Nov 1, 2022 
Sharon McMahon, known as "America’s Government Teacher," shares her insights as a former high school educator who fights misinformation with clear, nonpartisan facts. She and Adam delve into the need for improved qualifications in politics and examine the dark side of leadership influenced by harmful traits. The duo brainstorms wild ideas like placing teachers in Congress to enhance governance. Their discussion emphasizes critical thinking, the importance of civility in political discourse, and the necessity for campaign finance reform to empower everyday citizens.
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Early Influences
- Sharon McMahon's interest in government started early, possibly from reading newspapers on her paper route at age 12.
- It was further fueled by Newsweek subscriptions and college professors challenging her viewpoints.
Government Teacher Origin
- During 2020, Sharon McMahon noticed much misinformation about government on social media. She started making non-partisan explainer videos about how government works.
Founding Fathers' Qualifications
- The Founding Fathers had implicit qualifications for office by limiting voting to wealthy, white male landowners.
- They might not have foreseen a time when diverse groups would participate equally in government.