This Washington Post article poses the question, “At what point does the reduction of individual rights in our country change how we define ourselves?”
For extra credit, 1) read this article and post a comment (100 word min.) in which you answer this question: Should the list of reasons given cause us to question America’s commitment to the ideal of personal freedom? 2) read the comments of at least one of your classmates and post a comment in response (50 word min.).
If you thoughtfully complete these tasks by Saturday at midnight, I will drop your lowest quiz grade.
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By pharrj
– January 27, 2012
What is the history of the “Occupy Wall Street” movement?
What are its central beliefs and or values?
In what ways are its political goals similar to the goals of the colonists during the American Revolution?
In what ways are its political goals different?
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By pharrj
– October 7, 2011
What is the history of the Tea Party political movement?
What are its central beliefs and or values?
In what ways are its political goals similar to the goals of colonists during the American Revolution?
In what ways are its political goals different?
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By pharrj
– October 7, 2011
This article provides insight into Jefferson’s view of religion. I do not recommend actively reading your lit. anthologies with a razor blade.
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Tagged with american studies, bible, jefferson, religion.
By pharrj
– October 4, 2011
Check out this summary of the Salem Witch Trials.
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Tagged with puritans, religion, salem, witch.
By pharrj
– October 4, 2011
Assignment:
Spend time reading writing related to the 10th anniversary of 9/11. Then write a 200-word reflection on what you have read. Post your reflection in the comments section here. If possible, create hyperlinks to what you read.
Here are some options to choose from if you would like:
http://www.history.com/9-11-anniversary
Some resources from the History Chanel including graphics and timelines
http://www.911memorial.org/
Web site of the 9/11 Memorial
http://www.slate.com/id/2147309/
The first chapter of a graphic novel adaptation of the 9/11 Commission Report
http://espn.go.com/espn/story/_/id/6935757/remembering-flight-93
Rick Reilly’s column for ESPN.com
http://www.citizen-times.com/section/SeptemberEleven
Coverage of the 9/11 anniversary by the Asheville Citizen-Times
http://www.newyorker.com/talk
Several personal essays on the anniversary of 9/11
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Tagged with 9/11 "american studies" history.
By pharrj
– September 9, 2011
Thanks to Ben Willis for sharing this link to the RSC’s version of Hamlet. Enjoy!
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By pharrj
– September 24, 2010
This is the 500th anniversary of Martin Luther’s walk to Rome. To celebrate, modern pilgrims are retracing he journey. You can follow their progress on their blog. Be sure to check out their great photos and Luther resources!
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Tagged with euro studies, Luther, Rome, travel.
By pharrj
– September 17, 2010
Thanks to Gabe O’Friel for sharing this link which allows you to virtually explore the Sistine Chapel – with no noisy tourists!
You might want to spend some additional time exploring the Vatican’s web site. They have some other cool art resources.
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Tagged with euro studies, michelangelo, renaissance, sistine chapel.
By pharrj
– September 3, 2010
Check out this video that demonstrates the fresco technique described in Michelangelo and the Pope’s Ceiling.
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Tagged with art, fresco, michelangleo, renaissance, video.
By pharrj
– September 3, 2010
