Happy Thanksgiving! (Blog #14)

In the spirit of giving thanks, I thought we could have a blog assignment all about being thankful! In this post I would like for you to add a couple of comments on things you are thankful for. Then comment on at least 2 of your classmates posts.

I hope all of your thanksgiving breaks go well!

Check out this link for fun and exciting historical facts about thanksgiving:

http://www.history.com/minisites/thanksgiving/

Due Date: By Sunday 11/30/08 at 11:59p.m.

African Americans and Discrimination (Blog #13)

With the end of the Civil War to the end of reconstruction, African Americans at this time had to deal with an ever constant barrage of discrimination.

Your Assignment:

Compare and Contrast the views of Booker T. Washington and Ida Wells-Barnett on how African Americans should deal with discrimination.

Due: By Sunday 11/23/08 at 11:59 p.m.

Legacy of Reconstruction (Blog #12)

The Reconstruction effort after the civil war left a certain legacy that would influence later events in history. The way Reconstruction was handled and its flaws paved a new direction for our country to follow.

Your Assignment:

Discuss the political, social, and legal legacies of African American participation in Reconstruction.

Due: Sunday 11/16/08 by 11:59 p.m.

Reaction To The Election Of 2008!! (Blog #11)

With the historical election of 2008 upon us, many will have strong feelings as to the results and the subsequent direction of our country.

Your Assignment:

React to the campaigns, the election itself, and the results. Also, do not forget about the other positions of office up for grabs, as well as the different measures that voters will be deciding upon. Make sure and comment on others comments and posts.

**Please be respectful and do not violate the posting rules. Those who violate these rules will not be published and will receive a 0/3.


Due: Sunday 11/9/o8 by 11:59 p.m.