'When the Levees Broke'

Write an Eight (8) line reaction to the documentary When the Levees Broke.  What do you think of what we've seen so far in the film?  Why do you feel the way you do?  Be sure to respond to at least two other student responses to receive credit.

Justices Seek 'Strict Scrutiny' In Affirmative Action Case

What is the 10% program in Texas?  What do you think of it...is it fair or unfair?  How are those who don't make it in to the U of Texas law school measured (those who don't get in  via the 10% program?  What do you think of this policy?  Is it fair or unfair?  How did the Supreme Court rule on these policies?  Do you think Supreme Court cases should be evaluated more rigorously or less rigorously? 
Write 8 lines or more about these topics. Also, be sure to respond to two or more classmates entries to receive full credit.
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1. write seven (7) lines or more regarding the following questions.

•       What is affirmative action (or what do you think it is)?

•       What is diversity?

•       How are diversity and affirmative action different?

•       Do you consider diversity when thinking about what college you plan on applying to?   
 Also, be sure to respond to two or more classmates entries to receive full credit.
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Black History....Yesterday and Today!  

The old lady in today's Black History Vignette said that your parents 'fell asleep' and have failed to fight the civil rights movement.  She challenged you to continue fighting.  What do you think?  Did your parents fail to fight in the civil rights movement?  How or how not?  What about you?  Do you address injustice?  How do you or how can you?  Write 7 lines about this topic . Also, be sure to respond to two or more classmates entries to receive full credit.

American Blackout:  What Do the Critics Think? 

 1.  Read the three reviews here.  1. New York Times  2.DVD Talk 3.Variety 

2.  Write 7 lines or more about the reviews.  What did the reviewers think?  What are good points they made? What are points you agree with?  Disagree with? What are some comments you can quote and respond to?

3.  Reply to at least 2 other students posts.  Remember the blogging expectations

Justice Department Sues North Carolina Over Voter ID Law 

•Write a 4 line summary 

Skip a line

•And then write a 3 line reaction to the audio clip

•Consider the following questions.  What provisions is the new law limiting?  What is being asked of people to bring to polls to be able to vote?  Why is the US justice department against this law?  Do you think this law (limiting voting) is a good idea or a bad idea? 

After you write, be sure to comment thoughtfully on at least two other people's posts. 

What's the Difference?

Write six (6) lines or more regarding what you know or think you know about the following…

What are the differences between Republicans and Democrats?  ALSO, PLEASE RESPOND TO TWO OR MORE POSTS...

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