Berelson article

Berelson argues that, in order for our democratic system to work properly and benefit us all, there must be "less popular participation and more political apathy."  He further argues that if we all fulfilled  our basic requirements as democratic citizens, then our government would cease to work properly. Do you agree with him? Why? Why not? Discuss! 

Current events - Supreme Court

This past week in class, we have learned a great deal from another with regards to the role of the Supreme Court in determining policy in the United States.  We have learned that our high court serves as an 'ump' of sorts, sifting through various disputes between the states and our federal government.  We have also discovered that sometimes, quite shockingly, that pendulum (judicial decisions) had swung in directions we wouldn't really expect (again.. Depending on the judicial interpretation).  For homework, I have asked you to find a current Supreme Court case (within the past two years... Maybe even within the past two months) that has dealt with more current disputes between the federal and and state governments.   Below, discuss a case you found, where you found it, and the main idea behind the case. Then, discuss the verdict, where it would fall on our class continum (that we drew on the board) and why. Discuss the long term impact that this case has had or will have on American society, and your opinion on the judicial decision. Feel free to respond to each other!! Discuss!! I'm watching... Hehe :) 

Reflection - Beard v. Roche - whose argument makes the most sense to you?

As per today's seminar in class - who did you personally agree with and why? (cite evidence to support your response) Then, create a hashtag that the theorist YOU chose would have used / created to express their ideas. Ex. -  #allforthemoney

Please be sure to bring your Woll Readers tomorrow!! You'll need them to pull evidence in your groups!