Friday, November 14, 2008

11/14/08 video

We watched another video of Democracy in America.

In this version it discussed the Legislation process- it talked about disagreements on the importance of problems! The Democratic process and the difficulty in interpreting and enforcing bills!

Teddy Roosevelt was talked about and his policy on outlawing money on government by what is essentially known as soft money. The McCain-Feingold act was also mentioned.

Constituents vs Conscience
Budgets and concerns of health care and insurance. Oregon's assisted suicide law the Death with Dignity Act was mentioned alot. Working through conflicts and laws is important.

As well, they put forward a democratic representative form of government. Ms. Poussaint, compared legislation with sausages, they hardly appeal to everyone.

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