Compose a written response to the given prompt containing a minimum of 150 words. After you have posted your discussion, respond thoughtfully to the Discussion Topic posts of at least two other classmates. The responses should include a follow-up question and be at least 40-60 words in length. Be sure to follow the Rubric.
Describe in detail one event, experience, or person you believe influenced how you think and feel politically and why. Your response should briefly review what the class readings say about how people form their political beliefs and opinions and answer the following questions: Where did your political beliefs come from? Why do you believe what you believe? Why is it important to reflect on these matters?
Next, ask someone from a different generation the same questions. Tell us about the person you asked (relationship, age, education, occupation, etc.) and describe in detail how he/she came to hold that political perspective (values and beliefs).
Review the attached reading to answer the discussion!