Business Poli-Sci: Criticizing Congress

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Criticizing Congress

Open with a powerful summary and develop a thoughtful argument:

  1. The news and media are constantly criticizing the government. What are your opinions?
  2. American History and Political Science are required courses at universities, know history. "The United States was built on compromise." The War on Iraq was controversial several years ago, however, we are still occupying the country; therefore, there are several years to formulate ideas into an expression. Even University of Mary-Hardin and Baylor demonstrated against the war. After all this it would be easy to find Congress useless; however, our questions and concerns have and impact in the way the War with Iraq is approached.
  3. Support a case by citing people with similar ideals. "We" want to discuss the congress in relation to passing laws, address economical issues, capacity of legislative offices and quotes from Congress to the news and media.
  4. Government has several procedures; therefore, one well written and current article is enough for a few years. Political climates change constantly, so readjust letters to current circumstances.

Know areas of government to avoid confusion and time spent getting ideas to the correct department:

  1. President interacts with Congress in passing laws and waging war, with in the guidelines of the Constitution of the United States. Many lobbyist and reporters report public and opinion along with district representatives. The President acts as "Prime Minister" for the Nation.
  2. Congress is composed of the Senate and House of Representatives. They collect information through surveys, polls, lobbyists and talk directly to the President and Supreme Court to address issues related to law enforcement and commerce within United States borders.
  3. Supreme Court Justices have a life time position to ensure the morality of judges is not swayed by popular vote. The Supreme Court may override any laws or amendments passed in the nation, because they protect the integrity of the Constitution. They may declare something UN-Constitutional.
  4. People work, own business, have families, have needs like protection and keep the United States going. The Government works for the people and the people work for themselves and their country. In addition, majorities have a greater political voice, while minorities are protected under the Constitution. Know if your ideas affect a majority or minority before formulating arguments.

Include:

  1. Articles of the Constitution
  2. Articles from State Constitution
  3. Quotes from Congress
  4. Supporting information

Constructing a diplomatic essay is useful by:

  1. Legislators help you to be heard. A tool of Democracy they are not separate and equal. Many times people feel threatened by Congress; however, they want information to find logical and fair solutions. Few get exactly what they want. There are many people to consider. As the ancient Greek Philosophers theorized if many people could agree on a solution together it must be right. Our system only truly works when everyone is considered when making changes. Instead of looking at people and government as separate, "United we Stand," is the quote on the back of our coins.
  2. Many useful tools are available to participate in government. Demonstrations, protests, and public meetings are an interactive brainstorm brings ideas on a topic together. Many times concepts with suggestions for solutions have more impact. Lobbying, writing to the Legislator and opening town meetings are away to collect ideas for legislation. Everyone's ideas are important, though some ideas are more realistic for current circumstances.

Developing ideas with consideration for everyone; wherein, everyone wins is essential; therefore, think of helping people you care about not harming other people. Frequently, winning a portion of demands is a success. A strong article or essay with an ethical sensibility is more likely to be accepted. Similar to evaluating a friend, trust builds trust.

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