GOVT - Awesome Learning Guide Spring 2014

MR IPPOLITO’S US GOVERNMENT AWESOME LEARNING GUIDE

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	#1 - The Purpose of Government (Four Leaders) Essential questions: What is the purpose of government? When is it appropriate to rebel against the government? How do John F. Kennedy, Ronald Reagan, Ron Paul, and President Obama all feel about the purpose and role of government? http://mrippolito.blogspot.com/2012/08/american-leaders-speak-on-purpose-of.html What do Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton say about the purpose of government, and the need for rebellion against the government? http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/44696185/Jefferson%20and%20Hamilton%27s%20Views%20on%20Rebellion.pdf VOCAB: policy, Democrat, Republican, conservative, liberal, libertarian, Affordable Care Act, limited government, social contract
	#2 - Roots of American Democracy Big idea: How did each of the following four things contribute to American government? http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/63020374/Roots%20of%20American%20Government.pdf Greek democracy Roman Republic Magna Carta The Glorious Revolution of 1688-89 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwuyaeLUYM4 VOCAB: representative government, legislature, habeas corpus, English Bill of Rights, direct democracy, ballot initiative (proposition) system, limited government
	#3 - Enlightenment Thinkers Big idea: Who are they and how did each influence American politics and government? Essential question: Which of these philosophers has the greatest influence on the US today? http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/63107569/Four%20Enlightenment%20Thinkers%20%28Four%20Philosophers%29.pdf John Locke Baron de Montesquieu Niccolo Machiavelli William Blackstone VOCAB: natural rights, separation of powers, criminal justice, legislative branch, executive branch, judicial branch
	#4 - The Declaration of Independence Essential questions/big ideas: Does a break-up require an explanation? Why did Thomas Jefferson write the Declaration of Independence? Videos here: http://mrippolito.blogspot.com/search/?q=declaration What is the greater meaning of the first part of the Declaration (we read up to the “let facts be submitted to a candid world”) Connection to Enlightenment and the philosophy of John Locke Annotating guide here (what we worked on in class): http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/74294468/The%20Declaration%20of%20Independence%20-%20for%20annotation.pdf VOCAB: Thomas Jefferson, Enlightenment, unalienable, natural rights, impel, prudence, self-evident, usurpations
	#5 - The State of the Union Essential question: Beyond the Constitutional requirement, why do Presidents give a State of the Union Address? How important is the SOTU to the nation? We watched President Obama’s State of the Union Address. You can watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hed1nP9X7pI Viewing guide is here: http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/74235077/GOVT%20-%20Assessing%20the%20State%20of%20the%20Union%20Address%202014%20-%20Google%20Drive.pdf We also watched Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers official Republican response. Watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Il754DfwVJo We analyzed the State of the Union word cloud comparison between Obama and Rodgers: http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/74235008/SOTU%202014%20Word%20Clouds%20-%20Google%20Drive.pdf You should know President Obama’s most important points made in the speech, and be prepared to compare both the message and the (rhetorical skills) speaking style of both Obama and Rodgers VOCAB: minimum wage, living wage, Democrats, Republicans, rhetoric
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	#6 - The Federalist Papers Essential questions/big ideas: How could democracy possibly be bad for our country? How does the Constitution effectively spread power both vertically and horizontally? Why is it good to have an independent judiciary? We call these “The Federalist Papers” because the people supporting the ratification of the Constitution called themselves “Federalists,” meaning they supported moving the country from a confederation to a federal system of government Federalist Papers (Federalist 10, 51, and 78) - http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/63329434/The%20Federalist%20Papers%20-%20Federalist%2010%2C%2051%2C%20and%2078.pdf Independent Judiciary or Legislating from the Bench? Judicial Activism - http://youtu.be/XtZCRvNCUDk Independent Judiciary - http://youtu.be/WITulMo2VLs The Importance of an Independent Judiciary - http://www.cornell.edu/video/sandra-day-oconnor-the-importance-of-an-independent-judiciary Restore Justice - “Imagine a World Without Judicial Activism” - http://youtu.be/_JcDMgSv6T4 VOCAB: checks and balances, independent judiciary, tyranny of the majority, faction, confederation, federalism, fickle, bulwarks, encroachments, power of the sword, power of the purse, “majority rule vs. minority rights,” horizonal power-sharing vs. vertical power-sharing
	#7 - The Federal System (Federalism) Essential questions/big ideas: What powers should be given to the national (federal) government? Which powers should be reserved to the state governments? Is the system we have today what the founders intended? The Federal System (Federalism) Click HERE for enlarged image of the Federalism “cheat sheet” chart (the one you see in the left column) “The Federal System” handout is here (also called it “NP, SP, Shp”): http://j.mp/1eUkvrx; the Answer Key is HERE: http://j.mp/1cRxvZt VOCAB: national powers, state powers, local powers, shared powers, Federalist #51, “vertical sharing of power”
	#8 - Political Parties and the Election of 2016 Essential questions/big ideas: What makes a good President? What will make a winning President in 2016? Does the best campaigner always make the best President? Using SelectSmart.com/President, we took a survey in which we explored views on 18 different issues Once done with the SelectSmart.com/President survey, you fill this out here: http://j.mp/1bK2YSf We are also doing a project (The Presidential Dossier Project) to learn more about the possible Presidential candidates in the 2016 election, and their views on the issues Recognize these faces? If you don’t recognize these faces, here are ALL the presentations from every class (great for studying): http://j.mp/PvEfYi Here’s the link to all candidate info on SelectSmart: http://j.mp/1cRfZol MR. IPP VIDEO! - http://youtu.be/65gxnSHsApU VOCAB: “viable” candidate, abortion rights, capital punishment, gun control, “path to citizenship,” Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), school vouchers, climate change, voter ID laws, voter suppression, social security, free trade vs. fair trade, wedge issue, GOP (Grand Old Party) OPTIONAL - Political Parties - Crash Course US History http://youtu.be/r161cLYzuDI
	#9 - The Death Penalty in America Essential question: Is the death penalty just? Is the death penalty just? - http://j.mp/1mYO0cL Death Penalty Pros and Cons - http://j.mp/1mYO3Fj MOVIE: “The Conspirator” - http://j.mp/1mYOqQa If you missed “The Conspirator” in class, you can check it out on iTunes here: http://j.mp/1mYONtY You can also borrow it from Mr. Ippolito’s movie library (please speak with Mr. Ippolito to check out the movie)
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	#10 - USCIS CIVICS EXAM - This standard will be be tested separately. 50 Questions, all fill-in-the-blank. Expect this exam to take place just before Spring Break (most likely Wednesday, April 2). Here is the handout: http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/f/USCIS+Citizenship+Test.pdf If you’re in Period 1, I personally gave this to you about four weeks ago. If you’re in Periods 2 or 4, my sub handed this out on Friday, March 7. We will go over all the answers in class over the next two class periods, but you can find all the answers, and further your study by going here: http://j.mp/ippcivicstest
	#11 - Three Branches of Govt and the Powers of Congress Essential questions/big ideas: How has the power of Congress expanded since the time of the Constitution? Which of the powers of Congress affect you most? Does Congress have too much power? NBC News Video Guide - http://j.mp/1iKOcMD Watch the VIDEO here: http://j.mp/1iKOm6D Can you make a better version of this? If so, please do! Three Branches Rap - http://youtu.be/ZCB8EOY5d48 Powers of Congress (1947) VIDEO - http://youtu.be/Iwnqk1ajMz4 Powers of Congress SLIDESHOW - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1loQ6e_DI8zrbFB9rpFNt1fj3cuTzRZrIce0tpWSIFO0/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000 John Stossel’s “Money Hole” - http://youtu.be/Z6zM1WYhwPw Know each of the Powers of Congress Requirements to become a member of Congress How a bill becomes a law VOCAB: Preamble, legislative branch, executive branch, judicial branch, “earmark” spending
	#12 - America as the Arsenal of Democracy FDR’s “Arsenal of Democracy” Speech - AUDIO HERE: http://youtu.be/G7BKvlobfBY Should the United States still be considered “the Arsenal of Democracy”? Should we intervene in the Ukraine? British writer Simon Jenkins basically calls all Western nations a bunch of cowards - http://j.mp/1hym4J3 Senator John McCain says that President Obama is making America look weak - http://j.mp/1hymqPD MOST IMPORTANT FOR YOUR STUDY THIS UNIT: Three Documents that try to answer the questions, “When should we stand up for democracy? When is democracy worth fighting for?” The Declaration of Independence - http://j.mp/1hynALa The Gettysburg Address - http://j.mp/1hynGCy Woodrow Wilson’s Message to Congress - http://j.mp/1hynp2t
	#13 - Rights and Responsibilities (The Bill of Rights) We began by discussing Hobby Lobby v. Sibelius. We watched these vids: FoxNews piece - http://j.mp/1p1tCbY “What’s at Stake” - http://youtu.be/py5Tqglm0dg “Corporations don’t get religious freedom” - http://youtu.be/8Ibam1kLLe0 PBS NewsHour analysis of oral arguments - http://youtu.be/FQdAz0lESOQ Presentation is here - http://j.mp/1i44M9R 1st Amendment (Five Freedoms) 2nd Amendment - right to bear arms 4th Amendment - search and seizure 5th Amendment - right to remain silent, protection against double jeopardy, due process 6th Amendment - trial rights (speedy trial, public trial, right to attorney, jury trial, face accusers, subpoena witnesses in your favor) 8th Amendment - no cruel or unusual punishment, nor excessive bail 10th Amendment - enforces federalism; power not given to federal govt reserved to the states
	#14 - The “Bong Hits 4 Jesus” Cases - Interpreting the Bill of Rights “Bong Hits 4 Jesus” cases - http://j.mp/1i44AYr What you need to know from each of these cases--- Which amendment(s) each case deals with What are the rights involved? What was the outcome of the case?
	#15 - How to Exercise Your Rights “10 Rules” Video - http://youtu.be/s4nQ_mFJV4I Clips from “Busted”: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL276D51830A308ED2 What to do when police stop you in your car What to do when police stop you walking on the street What to do when police come to your home “I do not consent to searches.” “I will not answer any further questions. I would like to see a lawyer.” “I can’t let you in without a warrant.” Other great resources at http://www.flexyourrights.org
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	#16 - The Electoral College Essential questions/big ideas: What does it take to win the White House? Is the Electoral College still relevant today, or should it be replaced with a simple popular vote? We explored the website http://www.270towin.com And we filled out this worksheet here: http://j.mp/1frMDU1 Video from TedEd - http://youtu.be/W9H3gvnN468 Mo Rocca talks about the Electoral College with kids - http://youtu.be/skojvOueqJw The Keys to the White House Article on “The Keys” that we read: http://j.mp/1kqwe1o Worksheet we did in class: http://j.mp/1kqwqO4 Allan Lichtman talks Keys: http://youtu.be/xN7kA10Jb8M VOCAB: swing states, safe states, red and blue states, incumbent, challenger, recession (as defined by economists), midterm elections, electoral college, popular vote vs. electoral vote
	#17 - The Supreme Court Powers and responsibilities Judicial review (power and history) - look up judicial review and learn the history of Marbury v. Madison Great video here: http://youtu.be/KwciUVLdSPk The Role of the Supreme Court (a conversation with Chief Justice John Roberts) - http://www.annenbergclassroom.org/pages.aspx?name=a-conversation-on-the-origin-nature-and-importance-of-the-supreme-court&AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1 Who are the current Justices? Who appointed them? Would they be classified as “liberal” or “conservative”? Why are the Justices so old? Reading is here - http://j.mp/1frS9Gf Worksheet and questions here: http://j.mp/1frRSTG VOCAB: judicial review, majority opinion, Senate confirmation
	#18 - Current Events: The Steubenville Rape Case Essential questions/big ideas: Do we have a “rape culture” in the United States? Is ending America’s rape culture the last frontier of the women’s rights movement? Watch the VIDEO here: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2DiyQU9AtgdaTh4dllLU0lwN1k/edit?usp=sharing Discussion questions: Case update: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/steubenville-rape-case-update-trent-mays-convicted-of-raping-teen-ordered-to-register-as-sex-offender/ OPINION - Rape cases: when judges just don’t get it - http://www.cnn.com/2014/03/11/opinion/perry-rape-disabled-georgia/
	#19 - Rights Beyond the Bill of Rights - “Seneca Falls, Selma, and Stonewall” - WOMEN’S RIGHTS President Obama’s Second Inaugural Address (start 14:51) - http://youtu.be/BzC135ql_wA?t=14m51s Women’s rights - Title IX, Roe v Wade, and the Nine for IX from ESPN films - “Branded” https://itunes.apple.com/us/tv-season/espn-films-nine-for-ix/id662141494 ROE V. WADE Roe v. Wade in PBS' The Supreme Court - http://youtu.be/1q5AgCzPIuA PBS News Hour Roe v. Wade debate - http://youtu.be/iohPgyPK0WE “My Generation” From Texas Alliance for Life - http://youtu.be/ylD7ajPflqo 40 Years of Progress From Planned Parenthood - http://youtu.be/f04Zeti-JmE LILLY LEDBETTER FAIR PAY ACT Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZzJC_13KWg Faces of Change - Lilly Ledbetter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMxsYqaFwA0 EXTRA RESOURCES FOR WOMEN’S RIGHTS Suffragists-The Right to Vote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_q2Aw464KI Bing Celebrating the Women of 2013 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyB7bzYRoqY Bing Heroic Women Spotlights - http://www.bing.com/explore/heroicwomen How the Media Failed Women in 2013 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NswJ4kO9uHc From Nicky Reynolds and Jagoda Kielczyk: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B47zHbLnLf2cTlBHMVF0aDZpSVE/edit?usp=sharing Inflated Sense of Beauty in Venezuela - http://youtu.be/LHcwoCy_ZHA
	#20 - Rights Beyond the Bill of Rights - “Seneca Falls, Selma, and Stonewall” - THE CIVIL RIGHTS and LGBT RIGHTS MOVEMENT President Obama’s Second Inaugural Address (start 14:51) - http://youtu.be/BzC135ql_wA?t=14m51s Milestones in Civil Rights and African-American History - We started filling out this form: http://j.mp/1vbRmOD And the answers are here: http://j.mp/1jqpH7t The Civil Rights Movement - African-Americans, from slavery to freedom, segregation, Plessy v Ferguson, Brown v Board of Education, MLK, the election of Barack Obama, and beyond http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gM-tfj6lp6w Gay rights movement - Stonewall Riots, Harvey Milk, DADT, DOMA, Prop 8, Obama’s Second Inaugural http://www.time.com/time/photogallery/0,29307,1900959,00.html SPECIAL LESSON - MAY 21, 2014 Mr. Ippolito’s LGBT Rights lecture - http://youtu.be/NmvRCH-9QQQ Anita Bryant - http://youtu.be/87sPFeyzGrY Harvey Milk assassination - http://youtu.be/l2rsZBRYtdU Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell - http://youtu.be/AF4WLHMBBbk Matthew Shepard story - http://youtu.be/TOsgy7CYnMI Prop 8 ads - http://youtu.be/75J3TN9Zzck http://youtu.be/0PgjcgqFYP4
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STILL TO BE LEARNED . . .

Other Good Stuff

Red-Light Cameras and Privacy Rights

Red-Light Cameras in Ohio - http://youtu.be/7Mr20Iht194

Security cameras in wake of Boston Marathon bombing - http://youtu.be/o8a3hItMrL8

The Death Penalty

Essential question: Does the government has the right to kill those convicted of society’s most serious crimes?

Fifth Amendment - http://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/fifth_amendment

Eighth Amendment - http://www.law.cornell.edu/anncon/html/amdt8toc_user.html

Cruel and Unusual Punishment (Satellite Academy HS) - http://youtu.be/kgc9OTTcPJg

Furman v. Georgia - http://www.oyez.org/cases/1970-1979/1971/1971_69_5003/

Gregg v. Georgia - http://www.oyez.org/cases/1970-1979/1975/1975_74_6257

VOCAB - “cruel and unusual punishment,” exoneration, “stay of execution”

Our Responsibilities as Americans

Our responsibilities - obey the laws, serve as a juror, pay taxes, public service, military service, the draft, and vote

If you are a male US citizen age 18-25, you are required to register for Selective Service. You can register here: https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx
Register to vote! If you are a US citizen, and you will be 18 by June 3, 2014, register here: http://j.mp/VoteLACty

If you are unable to register to vote, or choose not to register to vote, please respond in approximately ½ to 1 page to ONE of the following prompts:

Why is the right to vote so important in the United States? What struggles have Americans endured in the fight to obtain the right to vote?
What difference can one vote make? Do you feel like your vote can make a difference? Explain why or why not.

The Critical Period - What made it so “critical”? What time period is this?

Failures of the Articles of Confederation - http://mrippolito.blogspot.com/search/?q=articles

The Constitution and the Congress

The Preamble as it relates to the purpose of government and solving problems with the Articles

http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/63376493/Problems%20with%20the%20Articles%A%20Conf%20and%20the%20Preamble%20to%20the%20Constitution.pdf

form a more perfect union
establish justice
ensure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
promote the general welfare
ensure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity

The Seven Articles of the Constitution (for now, just know the first three)

The Presidency - presentation here: http://mrippolito.pbworks.com/w/file/fetch/65919128/The%20President%20and%20The%20Presidency.pdf

Powers and responsibilities
Qualifications to become President
The Electoral College

Great video! - http://youtu.be/W9H3gvnN468

The President’s Cabinet
Impeachment

PLACE THESE STANDARDS

Six Guiding Principles of the Const.
Economic rights - right to property, right to choose one’s work, right to join labor unions

Current Events

President Obama’s Inauguration - 1/20-21/2013

The Affordable Care Act, or “Obamacare”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-Ilc5xK2_E

Proposition 8 and the Supreme Court
Steubenville Rape Case
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2DiyQU9AtgdaTh4dllLU0lwN1k/edit?usp=sharing