Discussion Post: The Roles of Congress and The Presidency
I. Option I: Political scientists disagree on the exact causes of the low representation of women in Congress. Why do you think there are so few women in Congress compared to men? How likely are these representation patterns will change dramatically over your lifetime? For this discussion question, you will have to do some research online.
II. Option II: What characteristics do you think voters look for when choosing a president? Do you think voters choose the characteristics they seek depending on the socioeconomic and political environment - lack of jobs, riots, COVID-19, environmental concerns, and other issues, etc.? Explain your answer.