Category: political science

Madison’s separation of powers

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https://www.pbs.org/video/constitution-usa-peter-sagal-gridlock-built-constitution/

The following question should be answered after viewing the PBS video on gridlock. (Make sure to reference examples from the video in your answer.)

Madison’s separation of powers has worked too well in recent decades, some would say. It seems that Congresses and our Presidents are increasingly unable to find compromises to pass legislation needed by the Republic.

What do you think? Is our government in permanent gridlock? If so, is that a good or bad thing? Comment in detail.

 

 

 

The Bill of Rights for the U.S. Constitution

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Review the Bill of Rights for the U.S. Constitution (the first 10 amendments) to understand what rights are listed. There are numerous online sources to find the Bill of Rights. Next, go online and look up your state’s (My State is Georgia) constitution. Find three state sections that are similar to or align with the Bill of Rights (the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution). Examples include religious freedom, freedom of speech or association, etc. Compare and contrast these three state sections from your state’s constitution with their comparable sections in the Bill of Rights found in the U.S. Constitution and discuss the guidelines for each.

 

 

The role of Congress and its powers

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Since the heady days of FDR’s New Deal in the 1930s, the federal bureaucracy has grown into a massive, complicated, expensive and politically savvy colossus. It performs, day in and day out, the myriad and mundane functions of governance in America. It is the “permanent” government and is arguably the most powerful political force in America. Given the size and complexity of the executive branch of government, how can we as citizens hold it accountable for its decisions and actions? Be specific and talk about the role of Congress and its powers

 

A direct democracy versus representative democracy

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Compare and contrast what is a direct democracy versus representative democracy. Which one do you think is the most effective and efficient in providing fairness and a legitimate electoral process. What are their pros and cons. In addition to this question, pick one thing about the U.S. Constitution including its amendments that you think should be changed. What modifications would you make? Explain your reasons for making this change.

The 2020 Presidential election

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The 2020 Presidential election was one for the history books. President Biden won the office by winning back from Donald Trump certain swing or battleground states that Trump won in 2016. Explain the mathematics of the electoral college. Identify those key swing states. Why did Biden win them back from Trump? Many Trump supporters claim that Trump won those states again in 2020. What is their main argument?

Again, https://www.realclearpolitics.com