Post 2: Due Friday 1/27

Choice #1:
This weekend was marked by protests throughout the country.  Our textbook talks about the role of conventional and unconventional political activity.  These protests would be an example unconventional political activity.

What will the significance, if any, of these protests be?  Will they shape policymaking during President Trump's first 100 days?  

Please use at least 2 sources in your response to this prompt.

Choice #2:
Listen to or read Donald Trump's inauguration address and respond to the following prompt.

What did you like and/or dislike in the president's speech?  Was the speech persuasive?  What type of a tone does it set for the president's first 100 days?

Respond to Post #1: Due Friday 1/20

Please respond to a classmate's post on post 1.  Pick someone who wrote a different Cabinet position than the one that you wrote about.  Use at least 1 additional source.

Blog Post #1: The Cabinet

I got this up late so I'll give you until Monday, 1/16 to respond.

Pick one of President elect Trump's Cabinet nominees and answer the following prompt.

• What is their name and experience for the position?
• Why do you think he picked this person?
• If they are are approved what is your prediction for the public policy area that they will be in charge of?

Be sure to substantiate your opinion with evidence.  You will need at least 3 sources for this post.