Unit+9+Class+7+-+Introduction+to+Reagan

Today, in class, we'll be doing a few different things. First, we'll do a brief recap of our discussion of Roe v. Wade from last class.

Our second task will be to conduct a brief introduction to Ronald Reagan as president.

Reagan: Summary and Analysis:
Answer the following questions based on this website:[|Reagan Summary and Analysis -- Shmoop] 1. What was Reagan's profession before becoming a politician? 2. In the 20th century, to whom was Reagan's social/ideological/political impact was compared? 3. Why was the 1970s a bad time economically for the U.S.? (give several examples) 4. What were some examples of military and social issues plaguing the U.S. in the 1970s? 5. The "Reagan Revolution" that followed Reagan's 1980 election ushered in a period of __ domination of American politics and society that would last for a generation. 6. Why was Reagan's personality the 1st key to his success? 7. What was a 2nd key to Reagan's success? Give an example.

Answer the remaining questions as if you were a true "Reaganite!" 8. Who can solve problems better: the free market or government? 9. What creates better economic growth: lower taxes or increased government programs? 10. Which of the following is more problematic: higher wages or the welfare system? 11. Which of the following is the best way to attain peace: negotiation or military strength? 12. Which of the following best describes America: a force for good in the world or a great nation that admits it has made mistakes?

FYI: The letters "GOP" stand for "Grand Old Party," a nickname for the Republican Party.


 * Reagan's beliefs on...** (according to www.shmoop.com)
 * [|Ideology]
 * [|Government IS the problem] - YouTube clip from 1st inaugural address
 * [|Diplomacy]
 * [|War]
 * [|Economy]
 * [|Race]
 * [|Culture]

==A great summary of Reagan: [|The Reagan Era - Shmoop!]==

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