After a long hiatus, our favorite social studies teacher dives right into touchy waters by deciding to discuss politics. To soften the blow however, Mr. Palumbo throws in a baseball analogy. Just like a baseball game only makes sense if people understand the rules, so too our governmental system. With all the talk about democracy and citizens having a voice, Mr. Palumbo asks the question: how can a democratic society survive if people have no clue how their system of government works?