Roosevelt and the Square Deal (Blog #15)

Theodore Roosevelt was the first progressive president of the United States. Taking office after the assassination of President William McKinley, Roosevelt was elected in his own right in 1904. During his two terms as president, he promoted the regulation of big business and helped preserve natural resources for future generations.

Your Assignment:

1.) What was the Square Deal?
2.) How did Theodore Roosevelt fight corruption in business?
3.) Make a parallel connection to the then and now.

Due: Sunday 12/5/10 by no later than 11:59p.m.

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: Sunday 11/28/10 by no later than 11:59p.m.

The Progressive Presidents (Blog #13)

From the years 1900-1920 the progressive movement was in full swing. Progressives did not limit their reform to social ills. They also tackled the task of curbing the political power of the privileged few and removing the corrupt political machines that served them.

Your Assignment:

1.) What forms did government corruption take?
2.) What election reforms did progressives support to make government more democratic?
3.) What reforms were enacted in city and state governments during the Progressive Era?

Due: Sunday 11/21/10 by no later than 11:59pm

Civil Service Reform (Blog #12)

The abuses of power that seemed to characterize the late 19th century political scene left many Americans deeply troubled. Some people called for political reform. Others-such as industrial workers and farmers-took matters into their own hands, organizing to protect their interests and to win their share of prosperity.


Your Assignment:

1) Write a letter, as Americans living in the Gilded Age, to your senator or representative. Letters should express their views of conditions in government and why civil service reform is needed. Use examples from the text to support your arguments.


Due: Sunday 11/14/10 by no later than 11:59pm

Reaction to the 2010 mid term Elections (Blog #11)

With the 2010 election 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 11/7/10 by no later than 11:59 p.m.