Let's Just Agree to Disagree
What is the definition of Civil Discourse?
(is engagement in discourse intended to enhance understanding, a respectful disagreement)
Explain how this is possible: A presidential candidate can win the popular vote, but lose the election.
(the electoral college)
Do you need to register in MA with a particular political party? Explain.
(no you can be unenrolled)
BONUS QUESTION
True or False: It costs a lot of money to run a campaign.
What is the mascot for democrats? Mascot for Republicans?
(donkey and elephant)
Don’t raise your voice, improve your argument. How can you improve your argument?
Use textual evidence!
How many votes does a candidate need to win the electoral college?
(270)
How can you register to vote in MA?
(by mail or in person)
What is the definition of a party platform?
(set of beliefs by a political party)
What is one of the major differences between liberals and conservatives?
Liberals: Believe in government-funded programs to provide support for people in need, programs to promote social good and greater freedom in political and religious matters. (LEFT WING)
Conservatives: Believe in personal responsibility, less government spending on social programs, less government regulation in business, and a strong national defense. (RIGHT WING)
BONUS QUESTION
What are 3 different ways in which you can combat fake news?
(check your sources, find reliable websites, check for red flags, use fact checking websites)
What is one benefit of the electoral college?
(can’t ignore smaller states)
BONUS QUESTION
How old do you have to be in MA to register to vote?
(16)
What are the 3 requirements to be a president?
(35, natural born, 14 year resident)
BONUS QUESTION
What is a third party?
(not one of the major political parties)
What is mudslinging? How does that relate to civil discourse?
(mudslinging is the use of insults and accusations, especially unjust ones, with the aim of damaging the reputation of an opponent. Mudslinging is NOT civil discourse)
BONUS QUESTION
What is one disadvantage of having the electoral college?
(you can win more votes, but still lose)
What does it mean to be a SWING state?
(doesn’t typically vote blue or red)
What is a primary election?
(Primary elections are a process by which voters can indicate their preference for their party's candidate, or a candidate in general, in an upcoming general election)
What does it mean to be a majority party?
(The majority party is a political party having electoral strength sufficient to permit it to win control of a government)
List 5 ways in which you can practice civil discourse.
(keep calm, find common ground, don’t raise your voice, use textual evidence, listen to understand, show respect)
Formulate a thesis statement: Should we have the electoral college?
Thesis statement should be 1 sentence, have one claim, and 3 arguments. Answers will vary.
Formulate a thesis statement: Why should people exercise their right to vote?
Where is the presidential nominee for each party announced?
(national convention)
What are 3 major differences between Trump and Biden?
Review the links on your political party asynch assignment from the other day!