Pick two people on the Presidential Success list and research them for 20mins.
Give a brief description of each person in your blog. Their title, responsibilities, life...etc.
Joe Biden is the vice president, so he is next in line to be president. The Constitution gives the vice president the role of presiding over the Senate, and voting in the Senate if there is a tie. He married Neila Hunter and they had three children together. Neila and his daughter were killed in a car accident, but he remarried Jill Jacobs and had another daughter. He was elected to senate 1972 and was elected seven more times.
Janet Napolitano is the last one in line to become president if the president were to die. She is the Secretary for the Department of Homeland Security . She is in charge of job training, career qualifications and immigration services. Napolitano is the former govoner of Arizona. She was appointed in 1993 by President Bill Clinton to be a U.S. Attorney in Arizona.
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Role of President
Take 15mins and research the internet on the role of the presidency.
Then copy and past four links of the research you found.
Provide a paragraph summary of each link that you found.
http://www.c-spanclassroom.org/pdf/ws_rolesofthepresident.pdf
The president is the party leader. He helps members of his office to get elected and appointed to office. He is the commander in chief. All of the military leaders report to and take orders from the president, but he lives as a civilian. He is the chief executive, administers the laws and affairs of the nation. He is also the chief of state, diplomat, and legislator.
http://www2.smumn.edu/deptpages/~instructtech/institutional_planning/role_president.htm
The President is the primary sponsor and initiator of the strategic planning effort. He provides executive leadership, direction and support to the strategic planning effort, meeting and communicating with others from our country and other countries.
http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=4683
This site basically gave the same information as my first site. But it added Chief Guardian of the Economy. The president does not control the economy but he is expected to help it run smoothly.
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/government/national/president.html
The president passes laws that the congress creates. Although he himself cannot write a bill. He can propose it and have a member of congress submit it for him. It also talked about the duties that my first site talked about.
Then copy and past four links of the research you found.
Provide a paragraph summary of each link that you found.
http://www.c-spanclassroom.org/pdf/ws_rolesofthepresident.pdf
The president is the party leader. He helps members of his office to get elected and appointed to office. He is the commander in chief. All of the military leaders report to and take orders from the president, but he lives as a civilian. He is the chief executive, administers the laws and affairs of the nation. He is also the chief of state, diplomat, and legislator.
http://www2.smumn.edu/deptpages/~instructtech/institutional_planning/role_president.htm
The President is the primary sponsor and initiator of the strategic planning effort. He provides executive leadership, direction and support to the strategic planning effort, meeting and communicating with others from our country and other countries.
http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=4683
This site basically gave the same information as my first site. But it added Chief Guardian of the Economy. The president does not control the economy but he is expected to help it run smoothly.
http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/government/national/president.html
The president passes laws that the congress creates. Although he himself cannot write a bill. He can propose it and have a member of congress submit it for him. It also talked about the duties that my first site talked about.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Capitalism, Socialism, and Communism
Capitalism: Economic system based on the private ownership of the means of production, distribution, and exchange of goods depending on competition in the free market.
pros: promotes economic growth, gives people more opportunites in business, consumers control the market
cons: a lot of competition, makes economy money-orientated
Socialism: A system where the production and distribution of goods is controlled by the state.
pros: distributes wealth, increases workers rights, stable economy
cons: increased taxes, not really possible to create equality
Communism: system in which the state plans and controls the economy, collective ownership of property and by the organization of labor for the common advantage of all members
Pros: same standards for everyone, lower crime rates, invest in education
Cons: Cannot raise your standards, a lot of focus on one group
pros: promotes economic growth, gives people more opportunites in business, consumers control the market
cons: a lot of competition, makes economy money-orientated
Socialism: A system where the production and distribution of goods is controlled by the state.
pros: distributes wealth, increases workers rights, stable economy
cons: increased taxes, not really possible to create equality
Communism: system in which the state plans and controls the economy, collective ownership of property and by the organization of labor for the common advantage of all members
Pros: same standards for everyone, lower crime rates, invest in education
Cons: Cannot raise your standards, a lot of focus on one group
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Chapter 22
1. Pick two countries in Chapter 22 and provide an in depth paragraph on their government and how it operates.
Britians Government does not have a written constitution. Instead it is made up of many different documents. They have a leader and 2 houses, the house of lords and the house of commons. Their leader is called the Prime Minister, who is chosen by the legislature. They also have a king and queen.
Japan started their government after WWII. The US helped them write their constituition. They have a House of Councillors and the House of Representatives. The prime minister is chosen by the House of Representatives. The prime minister then chooses the heads of departments and his cabinet.
2. What are some of the similarities of the countries that are in Chapter 22?
All of the countries have different branches. They also have someone who is in charge, whether it be the president or a prime minister. Each country also has some form of a constitution.
3. What are some of the differences of the countries that are in Chapter 22?
They each have different types of leaders. Their election process' are different. They way the decide things and debate.
4. Which country in Chapter 22 do you believe has the strongest government and why?
I believe that Great Britian has a strong government. Everyone speaks their mind, and their way of governing is working.
5. In what ways does the U.S. government relate to the methods of governments listed in Chapter 22?
The US has a leader, the president. We also have 2 branches in the government.
Britians Government does not have a written constitution. Instead it is made up of many different documents. They have a leader and 2 houses, the house of lords and the house of commons. Their leader is called the Prime Minister, who is chosen by the legislature. They also have a king and queen.
Japan started their government after WWII. The US helped them write their constituition. They have a House of Councillors and the House of Representatives. The prime minister is chosen by the House of Representatives. The prime minister then chooses the heads of departments and his cabinet.
2. What are some of the similarities of the countries that are in Chapter 22?
All of the countries have different branches. They also have someone who is in charge, whether it be the president or a prime minister. Each country also has some form of a constitution.
3. What are some of the differences of the countries that are in Chapter 22?
They each have different types of leaders. Their election process' are different. They way the decide things and debate.
4. Which country in Chapter 22 do you believe has the strongest government and why?
I believe that Great Britian has a strong government. Everyone speaks their mind, and their way of governing is working.
5. In what ways does the U.S. government relate to the methods of governments listed in Chapter 22?
The US has a leader, the president. We also have 2 branches in the government.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
British Government and US Government
One difference between the US government and the British government is that we, the United States, have a written constitution. The UK does not, they have many various acts of parliament which can be changed easily. Another is that the UK's president does not have as much power as our president. Their prime minister is much like out president.
A similarity is that the UK government also has two houses. And they have one person that is mainly in charge, who the people elect.
Nick Clegg gave a speech in Luton pretaining to the train bombing.. He said how the UK is an open, confident society. THey are confident in themselves, their community, and in their values, and he wants to keep it that way. The town has remained true to its original vision of ‘sticking together’, working across age, religious and ethnic boundaries to promote a tolerant, strong, vibrant community. They need to stay true to what they believe.
Britian Government is tryint to talk up their weather in order to boost tourism. They think it is a key element to get the economy to grow and get Britian back on its feet. the government will try to make entry visa applications quicker, simpler and more convenient. The government also calls on airlines and airport operators to work on reducing the need for long check-ins. They hope to bring over 4 million extra oversea visitors in the next 4 years.
A similarity is that the UK government also has two houses. And they have one person that is mainly in charge, who the people elect.
Nick Clegg gave a speech in Luton pretaining to the train bombing.. He said how the UK is an open, confident society. THey are confident in themselves, their community, and in their values, and he wants to keep it that way. The town has remained true to its original vision of ‘sticking together’, working across age, religious and ethnic boundaries to promote a tolerant, strong, vibrant community. They need to stay true to what they believe.
Britian Government is tryint to talk up their weather in order to boost tourism. They think it is a key element to get the economy to grow and get Britian back on its feet. the government will try to make entry visa applications quicker, simpler and more convenient. The government also calls on airlines and airport operators to work on reducing the need for long check-ins. They hope to bring over 4 million extra oversea visitors in the next 4 years.
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Chap 7 Quiz
1. Explain the difference between hard and soft money:
Hard money is political donations regulated by the law. Soft money is given by commitees and is not so heavily regulated.
2. What is the electoral process and is this something that you agree or disagree with and why?
The electoral process is how people decide who will hold the office. I agree because we need a way to elect people who want to run for office's.
3. What is the difference between a closed and open primary?
In an open primary any registered voter can vote. In a closed primary you can only vote if your are part of that party.
4. Explain what absentee voting is and what the positives and negative may be with regards to it:
It is where a person is allowed to vote if they are out of town or not able to vote. It is convenient for the people. People may not spend as much time as they should researching there candidates.
5. What changes to your see in the way we run elections ten years from now?
People may be able to spend more money when they run for things. The more money people spend it is more likely for them to get more votes. And more people may run for the elections.
6. Explain your views on money and elections with regards the amount of money that is spent:
I think they should keep a set amount that they can spend. One candidate may have lots of money, but not be as qualified as a candidate with less money. But it is more likely for the candidate with more money to win.
Hard money is political donations regulated by the law. Soft money is given by commitees and is not so heavily regulated.
2. What is the electoral process and is this something that you agree or disagree with and why?
The electoral process is how people decide who will hold the office. I agree because we need a way to elect people who want to run for office's.
3. What is the difference between a closed and open primary?
In an open primary any registered voter can vote. In a closed primary you can only vote if your are part of that party.
4. Explain what absentee voting is and what the positives and negative may be with regards to it:
It is where a person is allowed to vote if they are out of town or not able to vote. It is convenient for the people. People may not spend as much time as they should researching there candidates.
5. What changes to your see in the way we run elections ten years from now?
People may be able to spend more money when they run for things. The more money people spend it is more likely for them to get more votes. And more people may run for the elections.
6. Explain your views on money and elections with regards the amount of money that is spent:
I think they should keep a set amount that they can spend. One candidate may have lots of money, but not be as qualified as a candidate with less money. But it is more likely for the candidate with more money to win.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Chapter 6 Test
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Ch 6 Test - Your Blog Due Nov 23.
1. Provide a paragraph on an important issue of your choice from Section 1:
One important issue in section one is earning the right to vote. In order to make it so everyone could vote they had to go through the 5 stages. First they made it so all white males could vote. Next were males of race or color. In 1920 they gave women the right to vote. And last, people can vote at the age of 18.
2. Provide a paragraph on an important issue of your choice from Section 2:
One important issue in section one is earning the right to vote. In order to make it so everyone could vote they had to go through the 5 stages. First they made it so all white males could vote. Next were males of race or color. In 1920 they gave women the right to vote. And last, people can vote at the age of 18.
2. Provide a paragraph on an important issue of your choice from Section 2:
An important issue in this section is being registered to vote. Being a registered voter helps the poll books. It helps them know how many people voted, and what party they are a part of. Registration is intended to prevent fraud voting. It also helps the states see what party that individual is a part of.
3. Provide a paragraph on an important issue of your choice from Section 3:
The civil rights act of 1964 is an important section in this section. This act outlawed discrimination and it also forbid the use of any voter registration or literacy requirement in an unfair manner. The Civil Rights Act relied on judicial action. The used an injunction, if this was violated that person would be fined or imprisoned. Dr. King held a voter registration drive, which ended up giving African Americans the right to vote.
4. Provide a paragraph on an important issue of your choice from Section 4:
Voting and voting behavior. There are many factors that can influence voters. Who they choose to vote for can depend on age, race, income, occupation, education, religion, etc. There decision may also depend on there family, friends, or co-workers. How voters look at parties or candidates comes from there background.
5. Explain voter apathy and what can be done to help it:
Voter apathy is where people make the decision to not vote. They may not vote because they have never voted or there families never voted, they may be poor, or less educated. But many Americans today are just no voting. I think all of these people need to know how hard people had to work in order to get them the right to vote. People may not think that there vote makes a difference, but every vote counts.
6. Explain the qualifications for registering to vote:
3. Provide a paragraph on an important issue of your choice from Section 3:
The civil rights act of 1964 is an important section in this section. This act outlawed discrimination and it also forbid the use of any voter registration or literacy requirement in an unfair manner. The Civil Rights Act relied on judicial action. The used an injunction, if this was violated that person would be fined or imprisoned. Dr. King held a voter registration drive, which ended up giving African Americans the right to vote.
4. Provide a paragraph on an important issue of your choice from Section 4:
Voting and voting behavior. There are many factors that can influence voters. Who they choose to vote for can depend on age, race, income, occupation, education, religion, etc. There decision may also depend on there family, friends, or co-workers. How voters look at parties or candidates comes from there background.
5. Explain voter apathy and what can be done to help it:
Voter apathy is where people make the decision to not vote. They may not vote because they have never voted or there families never voted, they may be poor, or less educated. But many Americans today are just no voting. I think all of these people need to know how hard people had to work in order to get them the right to vote. People may not think that there vote makes a difference, but every vote counts.
6. Explain the qualifications for registering to vote:
In order to vote a person must be qualified. They must be a citizen of the U.S. They must also be a legal resident in the state they choose to cast their ballot. A person must also be 18 years of age. They also need to be a registered voter.
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