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Sláinte! It’s St Patrick’s Day!
History of St. Patrick’s DaySeparate St. Patrick’s Day myths from reality and find out all about why and how this holiday is celebrated by millions of Irish around the world.
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GOV 25.81 Society and the Industrial Age – The Suffragettes
suf·fra·gette – noun
a woman seeking the right to vote through organized protest.
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GOV 25.78 Who is Fareed Zakaria and What is GPS?
Fareed hosts Fareed Zakaria GPS, is a columnist for The Washington Post and the author of “In Defense of a Liberal Education” and “The Post-American World.” Fareed Zakaria GPS is an international and domestic affairs program on that airs Sundays on CNN/U.S. and around the world on CNN International. The forum is a television destination for global newsmakers, U.S. politicians, CEOs, and thought-leading authors and journalists. He is based in New York. Read full Bio – CLICK HERE
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GOV 25.62 Cabinet: Take a look at this piece of nice furniture!
In need of a new cabinet? Well President Trump may choose to get a new one anytime he likes . . . but don’t think about the one in the kitchen.
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GOV 25.55 Political Satire
CAVEAT LECTOR:
Although humor is the mechanism of satire, you may find yourself agreeing or disagreeing with some themes concerning this post? Where do you stand on your political beliefs?
Political satire is a type of satire that specializes in gaining entertainment from politics. Political satire can also act as a tool for advancing political arguments in conditions where political speech and dissent are banned.
Political satire has played a role in American Politics since the 1700s. Under King George’s rule, the colonies used political cartoons to criticize the parliament and fight for independence. Founding father Benjamin Franklin was a notable political satirist. He employed satire in several essays, including Rules by Which a Great Empire May Be Reduced to a Small One and A Witch Trial at Mount Holly.
Cartoons continued to provide commentary on American politics. In the late 1800s, editorial cartoonist Thomas Nast employed political satire to tackle issues like corruption. Amongst other notable political satirists is well-known author Mark Twain, who used satire to criticize and comment on slavery.
See how political satire still exists in today’s political environment. Are you able to recognize the intent and purpose of the following videos?
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GOV 25.54 What is a Satire?
sat·ire (noun)
1.the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people’s stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues.
synonyms: mockery, ridicule, derision, scorn, caricature
2. a play, novel, film, or other work which uses satire.
synonyms: parody, burlesque, caricature, lampoon, skit, takeoff, squib, travesty
3. a genre of literature characterized by the use of satire.
4. (in Latin literature) a literary miscellany, especially a poem ridiculing prevalent vices or follies
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GOV 25.50 – Conservative vs Liberal
As we continue discussing different and opposing political and economic spectrums, let’s take a look at where you stand on your personal beliefs.
We all want the same things in life. We want freedom; we want the chance for prosperity; we want as few people suffering as possible; we want healthy children; we want to have crime-free streets. The argument is how to achieve them…
CAVEAT LECTOR: You may find yourself agreeing or disagreeing with some topics concerning this assignment. . . where do you stand on this political spectrum?
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GOV 25.33 Founding Father: Thomas Jefferson
“We are not afraid to follow truth wherever it may lead, nor to tolerate any error so long as reason is left free to combat it.”
“Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and oppressions of body and mind will vanish like evil spirits at the dawn of day.”
“The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.”
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GOV 25.30 “Whoever holds the conch gets to speak. “
Lord of the Flies
Stranded on an island, a group of schoolboys degenerate into savagery.
Reflection – How and What do you prioritize when leading a people?
Steve: Sir, are you the leader?
Peter: Jack is the oldest, but Ralph is the colonel.
[group voices votes for Ralph]
Jack: I guess you just won the election.
Ralph: It doesn’t matter who’s in charge. We’ve just got to work together. First, we build a camp.
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GOV 25.25 Types of Government (HOMEWORK)
CAVEAT LECTOR: You may find yourself agreeing or disagreeing with this video . . . where do you stand on this topic?
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GOV 24.24 USA – Founding Father: Alexander Hamilton
Though he never attained the highest office of his adopted country, few of America’s founders influenced its political system more than Alexander Hamilton.
“He who stands for nothing will fall for anything.”
Alexander Hamilton vs. Aaron Burr (CLICK HERE for PODCAST)
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GOV 25.18 USA – So What Was 1776?
Was it one or more of the following?
A Revolt?
A Secession? An American Revolution? An American Independence?
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GOV 25.2 The Age of Enlightenment (ROAD MAP!)
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The Evolution of World Democracy
Published on May 3, 2016How and where did democracy develop? This animated timeline starts in ancient Greece, and winds through the Roman Empire, Middle Ages, via the French Revolution to modern times.
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GOV 24.72 How long does it take to count to a TRILLION?
Counting non-stop (everyday, day and night),
at one number a second, it would take you:Below is undebatable
1 minute = 60 seconds
1 hour = 60 minutes
1 day = 24 hours
1 year = 365 days
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GOV 24.71 How long does it take to count to a BILLION?
Counting non-stop (everyday, day and night),
at one number a second, it would take you:Below is undebatable
1 minute = 60 seconds
1 hour = 60 minutes
1 day = 24 hours
1 year = 365 days
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GOV 24.70 How long does it take to count to a MILLION?
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X LCD 24.28 Música Bailable – Celia Cruz (Salsa Cubano)
Queen of Salsa
Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso de la Santísima Trinidad
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