Values and Politics, continued...

Starter 27

1. Think of 2-3 political issues.  What are they, and what are the democratic and republican positions on those issues (broad brush strokes, here!).
2. Where do these differences come from?  WHY do you think the parties hold such different views?

Moral Matrix, Continued

1. Make poster for LEAST emphasized value on your chart.  Poster should include:
   1. Value name
   2. Benefits of value (bulleted list)
   3. Downsides of value (bulleted list)
   4. Symbol or illustration that represents the value
   5. Why you value this least—what about it DON’T you like?
2. Small Group Discussions
   1. Get in groups with different values
   2. Share posters
   3. Discussion questions

Political Parties
Fill out the chart on political parties and beliefs.  Use your own knowledge, the internet, and classmates.  HINT…you might want to look at the political party platforms!

Model Senate Roles
Take a look at your senator assignments (see document on my DP!)

HOMEWORK
Finish political party issue grid if you didn't finish it in class.  DUE:  Start of class, Tuesday