Mr. Bogart's US History and Government

Hope and Change, but Not on Campus

Mr. Bogart — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:16:02 +0000

What, if anything, can President Obama do to regain his support with young voters?

Read the 5 perspectives on New York Times – Room for Debate

Make an original post in which you cite at least 3 of the 5 readings and finally comment on at least one other classmate’s post.

Does Congress Hear the Occupiers?

Mr. Bogart — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:17:15 +0000

The ‘Occupy Wall Street’ Movement has created quite a stir in America in a variety of cities throughout various regions. We have also seen incidents of violence in places like Oakland, CA. The question however remains: Do members of Congress hear what these protesters are saying? Will our government react and change as a result? Or will income inequality in the United States continue?

Using New York Times: Room for Debate, please immerse yourself in this issue and reflect on your own opinions.

Remember, make your original post based on the readings. Also, comment on at least two classmates posts. Keep in mind that this is for homework and class participation grades.

Government ~ Should Voting Be Mandatory?

Mr. Bogart — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:29:27 +0000

Is there a way to improve voter turnout in the United States? Should it be compulsory (mandatory)? Do we already have too many people voting that are simply uninformed?

Go to http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate

(1) Read the Six Articles listed under the topic labeled “Should Voting Be Mandatory?”

(2) Make two posts about this specific discussion

- One (your original post) should include comments/opinions from 4 out of the 6 articles you have read on the topic.

- The second post should be a reply to another classmate’s post on the topic.

Keynes vs Hayek (Round 1)

Mr. Bogart — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:26:40 +0000

This is Round 1 – If you’re interested…

Economics – Final Exam Prep (Written Portion)

Mr. Bogart — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:03:16 +0000

For the written portion of the final exam you will be given a couple of brief tasks to complete. You do not need to make any posts for this blog entry, this is informational only.

Research these two economists: John Maynard Keynes and F. A. Hayek

You need to know both economists basic philosophy on economics and how they differed. Having an understanding of both men will help prepare you for the written portion of the final exam. Pay close attention to what they thought about government intervention in the economy.

This video might also help:

Economics – “Will Voters Accept Tax Increases?”

Mr. Bogart — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:48:13 +0000

Using New York Times – Room for Debate (page 3) - Go to April 13, 2011 discussion question entitled, “Will Voters Accept Tax Increases?” and read at least 5 of the 9 opinions listed.

You need to make at least one post and have that be your response to the question posed above.

Each of you must also make at least one reply to another blogger’s post (from one of the two classes).

Government ~ Do Body Scanners Make Us Safer?

Mr. Bogart — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:23:25 +0000

Recently the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) started using full body scanners in airports in order to increase security measures.

Read the five opinions about this topic and make at least one post and respond to at least 2 other posts.

Reminder: The link can be found on the lower right hand side of this page.

Close Up ~ How to Respond to North Korea

Mr. Bogart — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:08:13 +0000

North Korea attacked the South Korean island of Yeonpyeong on November 23rd. Read the following perspectives and discuss how you think South Korea and the World (focus on the United States) should respond to this attack.

Again, you can find the link on the lower right hand side of this page.

Government ~ Room For Debate II

Mr. Bogart — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 13:56:22 +0000

“Will Women Give the Edge to the GOP?”

Visit the NY Times “Room for Debate” website (it can be found under links on the bottom right hand side of this page) and scroll down to this topic. Remember to read all sides and viewpoints before submitting your first post.

Your first post should be an overall opinion about the topic and what you think about politics in general, and especially during this latest campaign season.

Close Up ~ Room for Debate III

Mr. Bogart — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 13:55:12 +0000

“Will Women Give the Edge to the GOP?”

Your first post should be an overall opinion about the topic and what you think about politics in general, and especially during this latest campaign season.