Discussion 1: Term Limits for State Legislatures Term limits for state legislatures have been a topic of ongoing debate. Recently, there have been calls for such limits at the federal level, with discussions about how long members of Congress should serve. This conversation often extends to state legislatures as well. Discussion Points:
1) Do you support implementing term limits for state legislatures? Why or why not? What might be the benefits and drawbacks of term limits for state legislatures?
2) What is one key concept or insight you gained from this chapter? Explain how this new understanding has impacted your view of government and its role in society.
Module: American government and civil engagement.
Discussion 2: A Letter to Future Generations: Lessons from the Civil Rights Struggle Imagine you were an active participant in a key civil rights battle (women equality, LGBTQ+, voting, etc.) such as the fight for desegregation in public schools exemplified by Brown v. Board of Education. Write a letter to future generations about the importance of civil rights and the necessity of active engagement in the process of obtaining and protecting freedom. Your letter should address the following discussion points: Initial Post: 250 words or more; Response to Classmate: 85 words or more. 1. Historical Context: Describe the civil rights battle you were involved in, including the main issues and the strategies used by activists to address these challenges. What made this struggle significant in the context of civil rights history? 2. Approach and Impact: Explain your approach to fighting this battle, highlighting your role, the role of other activists, legal efforts, and community mobilization. Discuss whether and how this battle was overcome and what lasting effects it had on civil rights. 3. Advice for Future Generations: Offer advice to future generations about how they can engage in the fight for civil rights. What strategies and principles from your experience should they adopt to address current and future issues? Your letter should provide insights into the historical significance of the civil rights battle, the importance of active participation in achieving justice, and practical guidance for ongoing and future advocacy efforts. Instructions: Share your answers in your initial post by Friday, September 20th. Points will be deducted for initial posts produced after this date. Reply to one other classmate. Your response should put you in the shoes of the future generation that your classmate is writing to. Reply as if you are responding to their letter. Be RESPECTFUL of your peers and their thoughts.