Creating laws and running the country may seem like a far off dream for some of you and a boring US government class come to life for the rest of you. Why would you care about politics – you’re just a teenager and it doesn’t affect you, right? Wrong. Just because you may not be able to vote yet doesn’t mean that your voice should go unheard. It’s never too early to start preparing for your future political career. This book will explore the various avenues of political involvement available to you while still in school before delving into possible college majors for the politically minded. You will also learn about the basic structures of local, state, and national governments and highlight key career options within each level. Politics isn’t just about elected officials though – you’ll also learn about careers like campaign managers, social media strategists, lobbyists, and news correspondents. If the idea of shaping America’s future appeals to you, then this step-by-step guide is for you. Who knows, maybe you’ll be President one day.