Due January 31 at 11:59 PM Explain the differences between Liberalism and Conservatism. Does ideology really make a difference in the United States today? Support your reasoning with examples. How does this impact American culture, government and politics in your opinion? You will be expected to support your discussion with primary texts and from pre-approved … Read more
What issue does the political cartoon “,” address? Why did the cartoonist use gnats to represent jingos? The cartoon shows yellow journalism, jingo sheet, and war shriek cast aside in the waste paper basket. What does that suggest about President McKinleys hesitancy about waging war in Cuba?
WRITING ASSIGNMENT 1A: Reconstruction. President Lincoln’s goal for reconstruction remained linked to his goal in the war-preserve the Union. His plan favored leniency, in order to as quickly as possible reintegrate the south, and gain the support of Southern Unionists (mostly former Whigs). Radical Republicans urged a much harsher course, believing that the … Read more
In 1914 Woodrow Wilson proclaimed U.S. neutrality, and asked the American people to remain “impartial in thought as well as deed.” At the end of the war, some members of the government pushed to expand American influence but to also remain free of any commitments, a policy its critics referred to as isolationism. In order … Read more
In 1914 Woodrow Wilson proclaimed U.S. neutrality, and asked the American people to remain “impartial in thought as well as deed.” At the end of the war, some members of the government pushed to expand American influence but to also remain free of any commitments, a policy its critics referred to as isolationism. In order … Read more
a. Read the lecture notes “#1-AAS322” and view the featured “Cartoon” excerpts on the early US media portrayal of the Chinese in America (both are email attachment files); b. Write an evaluative essay (approximately 3 pages) on your observation of the early illustrative portrayal of Chinese America in … Read more
Your initial discussion thread is due on Day 3 (Thursday) and you have until Day 7 (Monday) to respond to your classmates. Your grade will reflect both the quality of your initial post and the depth of your responses. Refer to the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric under the Settings icon above for guidance on … Read more
Research a court case that involves the Fourth Amendment and the police authority to perform searches. Provide an overview of the case, discuss the purpose of the Fourth Amendment, and discuss the outcome of the incident. Your case study must be at least two pages in length, not counting the title page and references … Read more
Assignment Content Review the section of America’s Founding Documents from the National Archives. Read Articles 1, 2, and 3 of the U.S. Constitution. Create an 8- to 10-slide presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint or another multimedia tool. Provide a summary of each of the following: American Colonial Origins The American Revolution Formation of the United States republican government The … Read more
What issue does the political cartoon “,” address? Why did the cartoonist use gnats to represent jingos? The cartoon shows yellow journalism, jingo sheet, and war shriek cast aside in the waste paper basket. What does that suggest about President McKinleys hesitancy about waging war in Cuba?