Elect Susie Flynn

How can a 10-year old run for President of the United States? Who is Susie Flynn? What are her qualifications? Why are people signing her petition?

These questions require careful Web site investigation.

When Susie Flynn announced her candidacy, the media took notice.

Susie is too young to be elected. Nevertheless, her Web site is attracting a lot of attention. Her story has been covered by MSNBC, National Public Radio and a variety of television stations. Sure, a 10-year who thinks she can run for President makes for a cute story. But is there more to the story than that?

Does Susie have something to say to Americans?

In this WSI Challenge, try to get to the bottom of the story. Find out why Susie is attracting media attention. (If you were to post a Presidential Campaign on your own Web page, would you attract as much attention?) Try to determine what the issues are and who has something to gain. Find out who owns the copyright on Susie's Web site. What do her parents think? See what the media is saying about Susie's Campaign.

Put the pieces together and determine if Susie actually intends to run for President or if she is trying to accomplish something else entirely different.

Look for solid evidence to back your conclusion.