To demonstrate an understanding of the foundations of American Government and our democracy.

Instructions

Final: Writing Assignment

Responses must be drafted on minimum of 2 pages in length (NOT one-line sentences), in research paper format, properly cited and include at least one citation not including your text.

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1     1.   What were some of the contributions that lead to the evolution of democracy? (i.e. Greek, Roman, Judeo-Christian, German, and English).

 2.       How has our democracy evolved today and what do you feel are some factors for why it has changed from its earlier inceptions.

 3.       How important is our Constitution to our freedoms in the United States? Do you feel it should remain intact or should it be re-written? If so, how could that impact our lives as we know it?

 4.       Why were the Bill of Rights and other amendments added to the Constitution?

 5.       How has public opinion and political socialization affected how elected officials and government bureaucrats conduct business?

 6.       How do civil liberties and civil rights differ? And how are they the same?

 7.       In analyzing the many American points of view, conservative, democratic, libertarian, socialist and autocratic, how do they lead to political tension and compromise?