History

By the 1990s, the US was stepping into the “Information Age”. This would coincide with the presidency of Bill Clinton. One can also see this as a period when global connections really became more visible and faster, in part because of new trade agreements around the globe. In North America, there was NAFTA—the North American Free Trade Agreement. By the late 1990s, the US economy was entering a dynamic period of growth. Choose and discuss one of the following two topics related to American history under President Clinton: Discuss opposing viewpoints about free trade during the 1990s. For the period of the Clinton presidency, identify one view of those favoring “free trade” and one view of those who were opposed. Explain how you would weigh the pros and cons of this policy. In hindsight, what is your view of NAFTA? Is globalization good? Identify the source(s) where you read about these “free trade” issues of that time. Discuss the “economic rebound” of the late 1990s under President Clinton. Identify three of the “package” of changes that characterized the economic boost of the “information revolution” in the late 1990s. Discuss and explain what you think was the most important of these changes. What can we learn from that sort of period of economic rebound? Identify the source(s) where you read about these changes during the late 1990s. For guidance, view this short video.

You have been divided into two groups.  For this homework, one group will assume the role of an individual opposed to slavery, while the other, YOUR GROUP will argue in support. It is important to understand that this debate does not ask for your opinion on this controversial issue. In today’s world, there is no justifiable reason to hold another in bondage. Instead, it asks that you determine how an individual, at that time in history, might have answered this question. The following is a statement from the social theorist George Fitzhugh.  Each of you should post a statement in support, or in opposition to Fitzhugh’s argument. Try not to make assumptions.  Instead, assume the historical role of someone who lived in the United States in the period prior to the Civil War.  Not all Northerners opposed slavery, and not all Southerners favoured it.  You could be a plantation owner, a slave trader, or a Southern politician.  Conversely, you can be an abolitionist, a Northern politician, or even a slave.  Be creative. In response to arguments against slavery, George Fitzhugh insisted that “Domestic slavery in the Southern States has produced the same results in elevating the character of the master that it did in Greece and Rome. He is lofty and independent in his sentiments, generous, affectionate, brave and eloquent; he is superior to the Northerner, in everything but the arts of thrift. But the chief and far most important inquiry are, how does slavery affect the condition of the slave? One of the wildest sets of Communists in France proposes not only to hold all property in common but to divide the profits not according to each man’s input and labour but according to each man’s wants. Now, this is precisely the system of domestic slavery with us. We provide for each slave, in old age, and in infancy, in sickness and in health, not according to his labour, but according to his wants. The master’s wants are most costly and refined, and he, therefore, gets a larger share of the profits. A Southern farm is the beau ideal of Communism; it is a joint concern, in which the slave consumes more than the master, of the coarse products, and is far happier because although the concern may fail, he is always sure of support; he is only transferred to another master to participate in the profits of another concern; he marries when he pleases because he knows he will have to work no more with a family than without one, and whether he live or die, that family will be taken care of; he exhibits all the pride of ownership, despises a partner in a smaller concern, “a poor man’s negro,” boasts of “our crops, horses, fields and cattle;” and is as happy as a human being can be. And why should he not? – he enjoys as much of the fruits of the farm as he is capable of doing, and the wealthiest can do no more. Great wealth brings many additional cares, but few additional enjoyments. Our stomachs do not increase in capacity with our fortunes. We want no more clothing to keep us warm. We may create new wants, but we cannot create new pleasures. The intellectual enjoyments which wealth affords are probably balanced by the new cares it brings along with it.”

 Please answer your assigned discussion question associated with this week’s assigned reading in paragraph form (5 – 7 sentences minimum). Once you have made your initial post, respond to two other forum posts, elaborating on the answer that the author has written in paragraph form (5 – 7  sentences) Chapter 9 and 10 Discussion Forum Please answer one of the below discussion questions associated with this week’s assigned reading in paragraph form (7-10 sentences minimum). Once you have made your initial post, respond to one other forum post, elaborating on the answer that the author has written in paragraph form (7 – 10 sentences). Summarize the issues and ideas that promoted sectional conflict during this era. How did the promotion of a national American System encourage westward expansion and the unification of state economies, which would at the same time rekindle the sectional controversy over slavery? Why did the North and South oppose federally funded “internal improvements” such as roads, canals, and eventually railroads, which would bring western commodities and products to the East? Why did the establishment of the Bank of the United States generate regional tensions between the western frontier regions and the eastern seaboard? Chapter 11 and 13 Discussion Forum Analyze how enslaved peoples responded to the inhumanity of their situation. Chapter 14 and 15 Discussion Forum Why did President Lincoln issue the Emancipation Proclamation? What were the social and political effects of the document?

Describe the various social classes that existed in the Gilded Age. How did each work and live? In what ways did the political system protect some while allowing the exploitation of others? Discuss the evolving ideas of socialism as a result of class divisions.  DB Guidelines: Your answer should be 400 words min. Use paragraphs, proper grammar, spelling, etc. Your answer you must include 2 direct quotes (1 from the lecture pdf provided, and 1 from any other source. Quotes must be cited with footnotes.

Address The Parental Leave Situation In The United States Of America And How It Compares To Other Nations In The World

Cold War strategic concerns: “MAD Doctrine” Cold War confrontations: Korean War ***write about America’s international superpower role for the long period since World War II to the present.*** Introduction In your introduction section, include the information listed in the bullets below. Your introduction should be one paragraph in length: Identify the two examples you will discuss—one from the Cold War period (1947–1990);      another from the Post-Cold War period (1991-Present). Each example involves strategic concern and confrontation. Inform the reader that you will be discussing the history and issues related to your examples as well as comparing the two examples. HISTORY AND ISSUES In two paragraphs: Describe briefly the background of your example from the Cold War period (1947–1990) of strategic concern and confrontation. Establish the general time period, key leaders, and any outcome. Then, in your second paragraph, do the same for your Post-Cold War example (from 1991–Present). You probably need in-text citations in these paragraphs. COMPARISON In your comparison paragraph, using the examples–compare the different historical contexts and strategic concerns and the outcomes. What do you see as the strengths and weaknesses in each example?CONCLUSION In your conclusion paragraph, consider your examples as they illuminate today’s international issues and America’s role in the world. What lessons can we learn from these examples? How do you think we should approach the future strategically?

The decade of the 1920s was a time of great prosperity in America, and the country saw the beginnings of consumerism and social change. When President Hoover was elected in 1928, he foresaw a country with a bright future and did not expect the economic downturn that came shortly after his inauguration. Discussion questions: Although the stock market crash in October 1929 is one obvious cause of the Great Depression, there were many underlying causes. What were these, and how did they contribute to the financial decline? What were the major consequences of the Depression? Why do you think it took so long for the government to react? 

Assignment: Students are required to select a news article that pertains to “U.S. government and politics”, which could include anything dealing with domestic policy, foreign policy, political campaigns, etc. 1)  You do NOT need to turn in a copy of the article with the summary if the article was obtained online. However, you MUST include the source, title, author, date, and URL at the TOP of the page. The first thing I should read (after the heading and assignment title….) is what article you selected. 2)  Summarize the content/argument in ONE paragraph (4-6 sentences in length). 3)  Select and define two words or phrases that you did not know or do not ordinarily use. 4)  Identify and explain the possible political perspective or bias of the author. Does the author’s personal bias detract from their argument? (1-2 sentences in length) 5)  Expand upon, refute, or qualify the author’s argument. Do you agree? Disagree? What do you think? (4-6 sentences in length

Questions: Choose ONE for your OP and engage with the opposite one for your SP. 1.  Introduce yourself.  Where are you from? What are you studying? What history classes have you taken?  (paragraph 1)What are America and which people(s) belong to this category?  (Why? What does America mean to you?) How is this question connected to what Takaki calls “the master narrative of American history?” BE SPECIFIC. A simple vague sentence or two isn’t going to cut it. I want you to really think about what this term actually means in your own words.  (paragraph 2)2. Introduce yourself.  Where are you from? What are you studying? What history classes have you taken? (Paragraph 1)What do the terms “race” and “ethnicity” mean?  Are they the same thing? Are they social (created by society) or natural (created by nature)?  Why?  How is this question connected to what Takaki calls “the master narrative of American history?” BE SPECIFIC.  A simple vague sentence or two isn’t going to cut it. I want you to really think about what these two terms actually mean in your own words.  (Paragraph 2)

cultural diversity in Pakistan.it is a social study work. you have to write Abstract, introduction, hypothesis, at least 5 literature review, at least 3 objectives, at least 3 research questions, at least 3 significance, at least 3 chapters, conclusions, references, at least 15 PAGES (INCLUDES EVERYTHING)