5 questions Is freedom of expression an achievable goal for all people? Is it more achievable in a democracy and or open society? Does it really exist in the US? Explain your answer. Does “political correctness” allow freedom of expression or does it restrict it? Is freedom of expression available in a totalitarian society or […]
Item 2. Alexis de Tocqueville, “Principle of the Sovereignty of the People of North America.” Informed by your reading of Tocqueville’s thought, evaluate in a 4-5 sentence paragraph the following claim: No system of government can be both, at the same time, democratic and tyrannical. Item 3. Theodore Roosevelt and American Progressivism. In his essay, […]
Was imperialism necessary? And do we still use the same democracy in America today?
According to the learning content, how did American founders view the role of the press in a democracy? What actions did they take to protect the press? Why? New technologies, the education system, and government policy have complicated the press’ role in American democracy. Explain why and provide an example for each. What most concerns […]
Should states serve as “laboratories of democracy?” According to Chapter 1 in the textbook, “laboratories of democracy” is a metaphor that emphasizes the states’ ability to engage in different policy experiments without interference from the national government. In your post, identify a state or locality that has been a laboratory of democracy and explain the […]
Paper details: What’s the difference between a republic and a true democracy? 350 words minimum. It should be a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
America purports to be a democracy. What type of democracy is America? What are the three branches of government? What do check and balances mean? Who elects, how long is a term, and how many are allowed for a congressperson, president, Senator, and Supreme Court Justice? In your response, share the name of your congressperson […]
What do you think caused the rise of fake news during the 2016 election? Does it represent a threat to democracy? Does fake news make it more difficult for you to make decisions about voting? Explain your answer in fewer than 300 words.
