Weeks of 9/28 to 10/2

Weeks of 9/28 to 10/2:

Things we will be discussing these weeks:

A. The concept of limited government by design in the US Constitution.
B. James Madison's theory on factions.
C. The concept of Federalism as described by the Constitution.

Assignments:

A. Weekly News Discussion--Due Tuesdays
B. FRQ 2009 #1--Due Tuesday, 10/6
C. Chapter 1 and 2 Exam--Friday, 10/2

Things to Watch for this Week:

A. The reaction to the Papal visit to the United States.
B. The upcoming debate over funding Planned Parenthood in the federal budget.
C. The resignation of House Speaker John Boehner.