Congratulations to making it to the eighth and final week. In the past two months we have seen considerable changes within the United States. Politically, socially and culturally the start of a new century marked a considerable difference to where this class started in 1945. In this discussion I want you to provide me with your concluding thoughts about the topics you learned during the course but please do it in a creative and informative way. Reflect upon what you (and what your fellow classmates) wrote for your debate (in week 3) and expand on your thoughts for the pivotal 2000 election. You will continue to write on the SAME party as you did in Discussion 3.
For this Discussion you will discuss the considerable changes between the Democrats and Republican party from 1945 (you may reference earlier periods if you choose as well) throughout the 20th century. (Again, you will be writing on the SAME party you discussed in Discussion 3) Your main intent should be to focus on how the party remained similar and changed considerably due to the issues of the nation’s history but please feel free to push your creativity and imagination! (Especially, if enjoyed using your imagination in previous Discussions).
This is intended to be a “think” piece with research. Please find at least TWO editorials, or quotes from famous political philosophers/pundits that reinforce your position. These can come from articles, books but the most competitive students will hopefully find actual editorials from newspapers and/or digital databases.