Answer the following questions in short answer form stating your opinion clearly. 5 to 8 sentences are required for each question but more are recommended to thoroughly explain your point of view. you may use current event examples or examples from the history of the united states and our colonial times.
define personal liberty.
do you feel the government has protected our personal liberty at this present time?
do you feel the government is justified in taking any means necessary to protect the whole of the american population even if it infringes on this right?
what is popular consent?
why is popular consent essential for a democratic nation?
why should the person be more important than the country in a democracy?
do you feel that individualism is taken to the extreme in the united states?
what kind of equality exists in our nation today?
what does equality of opportunity mean?
does everyone in our country have the same equality of opportunity? why or why not?
comment on the following statement. “to be free, one must be chained”. what do you think is meant by this statement?
why is it essential for a democratic society to be educated?
what is majority rule?
do you feel that the minority in america has become more powerful than the majority?
do you feel that decisions about personal rights should be made by a panel of 9 individuals?
how important is religious freedom in our society today?
do you think america focuses more on the establishment clause or free exercise clause?
do you think religious faith and freedom continues to be one of the basic tenets of american democracy? why or why not?
what do you think is the most important feature that enhances a democracy? (ex. technology, participation, education, informed populace). explain why?
in your opinion, do you feel our founding fathers would approve or disapprove of the current way democracy is operating in the united states today? why? provide evidence and explanation of your opinion.