Social Contract
Learning Target: Students will be able to answer the
question: “What are the philosophical and historical
foundations of the American political system.
Collect HW
1.
Bell Ringer
 What are some examples of people giving up their freedoms
for the benefit of society?
 Give examples of people giving their consent to be governed
 What examples are there of smaller states not getting a fair
deal?
 Where do we see Locke’s theories being specifically stated in
the Constitution/Bill of Rights/Declaration of Independence?
 Use the social contract theory to justify Southern Secession
during the Civil War.
 How may people withdraw their consent to be governed?
 What role does the media play in the government?
 What role do third parties play in our election process?
2.
http://www.thedailyshow.com/fullepisodes/thu-august-18-2011-annehathaway
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Notes on Lessons 1 and 2
Homework assignment from Lesson 2 #s 1-6
Donkey or Elephant worksheet