First-term Republican Gov. Scott Walker has survived the Wisconsin recall election, beating back a labor-backed effort to unseat him and again handing defeat to his Democratic challenger, 58-year-old Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett.
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AP US Government and Politics Score Calculator | Albert.io - 0 views
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This tool helps you predict what score you will get on the AP.
In Kim Davis case, whose liberties are truly under attack? | TheHill - 0 views
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While I see each side, the side of Ms Davis, who was expressing her religion, and the side of the lgbtq+ individuals who were denied a government document that should have been their right to have, there is really no argument. Kim Davis is a government official, and the fact that she does not believe in the constitutionality of gay marriage should have never prohibited her from doing her job. She refused a public service, it is as simple as that.
Dr Friedmans AP Government Class 2015 | Quizlet - 2 views
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Quizlet is a lightning fast way to learn vocabulary.
The History of Americans with Disabilities Act - 2 views
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I am fascinated by the common relevant between disabilities movement and civil rights movement. American government covers more respect toward to the disabilities. This is a codification of simple justice.
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I had not thought about the rights of the disabled. I had been meaning to look into the ADA but I hadn't until now. I agree that the similarities between the two movements is kind of crazy. And it is just another testimony of people standing up for what is right. I remember hearing about the kind of places that disabled and elderly people were being put into before the ADA, and because of space it was often mental health facilities where they were in very bad conditions.
Scott Walker wins Wisconsin recall election - 1 views
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With 94 percent of the expected vote in, Walker led Barrett 54 percent to 45 percent.
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the state remains divided
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This is a news article concerning the attempted recall of Wisconsin governor Scott Walker. This article contrasts the idea that every legislative race, no matter how big or small, reflects politics on a national level. In this particular race, it is notable that parties argued as to wether or not this race was any indication as to the potential outcome of 2012 general elections, and whether or not it might have been possible for Mitt Romney to win the state of Wisconsin from Obama. Noted, the article makes reference to exit polls that indicated Obamas advantage in the state. - ...3 more comments...
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This article seems to favor Walker but gives the general idea of why he survived the recall -
Walker wins recall this is important because republicans have said this was a test for walker and his political career, while on the other hand even though democrat president Obama won Wisconsin in 2008 earlier with a point lead.
Which episodes of the West Wing are vital to one's understanding of US Government? : th... - 1 views
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"Top 5 Constitutional Moments"
Berman V Sherman - 0 views
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Former Congressman Howard Berman, who was defeated by fellow Democratic representative Brad Sherman (D - Sherman Oaks) in a heated and closely watched election last year, has scored a new job with the law firm Covington & Burling. Berman will join the firm's policy and government affairs practice, and be based out of its Washington, D.C., office.
Cybersecurity Bill Is Blocked by G.O.P. Filibuster - 2 views
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A cybersecurity bill that had been one of the Obama administration's top national security priorities was blocked by a Republican filibuster in the Senate on Thursday, severely limiting its prospects this year.
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Since cybersecurity problem is a problem that is recognized by both sides of the party, I think it is crucial for the government to find a solution other than the bill, since it is now blocked by the filibuster.
Chapter 18 - 0 views
http://www.encyclopedia.com/social-sciences-and-law/political-science-and-government/military-affairs-nonnaval/national-0 This article goes over each time something major that happened and our nati...
Who rules America? | TheHill - 0 views
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This is an interesting topic. It challenged the role of American Public Policy.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/alan-singer/new-york-states-mis-educa_b_8300698.html?utm_... - 6 views
I had never considered high minimum requirement for TOFEL as racist until reading this. Especially Eleanor's comment. There is an obvious gap in test scores between racial demographics, and it rea...
Presidential Debates in History - Bill of Rights Institute - 2 views
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Divisive presidential campaigns are not new in American history. Politics has always been a brutal sport in which different factions vie for any advantage on voting day. While the competitive spirit of elections has little changed over the centuries, the modes in which candidates communicate their platforms and tear down their opponents have changed significantly. Now, presidential contenders are tasked with crafting a unique brand, cultivating a positive public image, and must appeal to a broader base of voters with a wider array of backgrounds and interests than ever before. The ways in which voters come to perceive and judge candidates have likewise changed with time. Visual media, especially the Internet, is one of the most important factors in modern elections.
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Until the end of the nineteenth century, presidential candidates did little personal campaigning, preferring to let their supporters do the heavy lifting of attacking opponents and persuading voters.
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This is an example of how I might write something to the group.
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Chapter 5 - 3 views
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These are worth watching! Great explanations and reviews!
"Narrowcasting" - Obama and Islam, right wing Fox News directed... - 0 views
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This video is a good example of right wing narrowcasting. It is obvious that this is directed to Fox News viewers. Not all Fox News viewer would agree with the statements made on this video. This is more focused to anti-Islam and anti-Obama supporters. The language used by the newscaster is very specific and persuasive. It is generalizing and directly connecting Islam with terrorism. Here is an example: "Islamic killers are the central problem on this planet." In my opinion these are radical ideas themselves. It shows some evidence and pictures relating Obama with Islam. These are there to tie Obama to the negativeness that the newscaster has already said about Islam. We can see that this is an example of narrowcasting because this will not appeal to most people. It will most likely appeal to a certain group of people which this video was made for.
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As we know, freedom of speech is an example of a Civil Right. Many countries do not allow bias media to be published, or if they do allow it, it is usually for their own benefit. This video and some ideas expressed could be offensive to some people and many would not like it (me.) But this is one of the beauties of this country. I could respond to this video with something bias on my side without a consequence from the other party that will endanger my security. Sometimes the picture could get dirty or might not be pretty, but at the end of the day it is something we should be grateful for, civil rights.
Obama faults FBI on emails - 0 views
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/03/us/politics/obama-james-comey-fbi-hillary-clinton.html?_r=0 This is an example of in depth reporting and narrowcasting as this article only appeals to a particular...
"Broadcasting" - 9/11 LIVE NEWS REPORT - 1 views
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This video is an example of "broadcasting." This has less of personal opinions and it is more factual. This means that it appeals to a wider audience (which is the definition for it.) This CNN video shows the second plane hitting the WTC in New York during 9/11. This is something that most people will listen. Why? Because it is factual rather than bias. I think that current events fall more in the broadcasting rather than the narrowcasting. The aftermath of these could fall into narrowcasting. An example of this is the previous video I posted on Obama and Islam. Please comment if you have any other thoughts on this.
Trumps Agenda for the first 100 days - 1 views
Some of these "future actions" are very concerning...