Briefly identify and describe two types examples of collective action problems that our government helps

solve.
Why did society face this collective action problem? How was government able to help resolve each

specific problems? Do you believe government’s use of power to resolve this problem of collection was

justified and beneficial? Why or why not?
How does the Constitution differ from the Articles of Confederation? (highlight at least three main

differences)
What problems does the Constitution solve that the Articles of Confederation was susceptible to? How?
The United States is a representative democracy. Why did the Framers view this as necessary? What does
Madison say about this in Federalist #10? Does Madison argue for addressing the problem’s causes or
effects? Why?
What are some benefits of having a federal system? What are some drawbacks? In addition to the logical
arguments, provide an example of federalism being beneficial, and an example of it being problematic.
Drawing on these arguments, do you think a stronger national government would be better or worse? (Be

clear about what you mean by “better” or “worse” and why)
The role of the national government (relative to state/local governments) is (somewhat) clear in the
constitution. Why has the national government expanded over our nation’s history? Make sure and draw

on both historical and logical reasons, and describe particular pieces of the constitution that have aided in

this expansion.

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Speech Transcript:
https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/remarks-president-cairo-university-6-04-09
The United States is engaged in a war due to ongoing terrorist threat, and we worry about the possibility of

a nuclear Iran. We are also in a struggle of philosophy between our way of life in the West, and the more
extreme examples of Sharia law.
Various political commentators interpret the Cairo speech differently. Should United States national

interests be defended unequivocally and without apology, or do we damage policy initiatives and

undermine our democratic philosophy using moral equivalency?
Write a response focusing on specific aspects of this controversial foreign policy speech. You must have a
thesis statement, supporting claims with substantial analysis and a conclusion. In evaluating the Cairo

speech, consider the following topics, (you do not have to confine your response to these topics – you may

choose others from the speech) how they are addressed, and what you conclude.
Colonialism/Imperialism – Was the U.S. ever a colonial power?
Iran – Are U.S. and Iranian actions equal?
Women’s Rights – Is the reference to the oppression of women in the Muslim world equal to women’s

issues in the U.S.?

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