You have read some articles and had a Socratic on the idea of law and disobedience. Now it is time to apply the concepts you have learned and the insight you have gained to an actual case. Read Article III, Section iii of the Constitution which defines treason. Then read the articles attached below regarding Edward Snowden. Next formulate a response of 300-600 words in length in which you defend or condemn his actions based on your understanding of treason. You must use at least two pieces of evidence (choose from the various readings). Feel free to do more research and use additional sources as well (provide the links in your post if you do). Your writing should be free of grammatical errors and proofread for cogency of thought. You may use first person, but avoid "texting" your response.
Aside from your original response, you must respond to a minimum of two posts from other students, one of whom cannot be from your class. The responses should engage the poster in an intellectual discussion (e.g., ask some questions, pose some hypotheticals). Avoid merely giving an internet "high five." If someone replies to your post, you must answer that person.
Original post due:
2/17
Responses due:
2/21
Click: Article III of the Constitution
Aside from your original response, you must respond to a minimum of two posts from other students, one of whom cannot be from your class. The responses should engage the poster in an intellectual discussion (e.g., ask some questions, pose some hypotheticals). Avoid merely giving an internet "high five." If someone replies to your post, you must answer that person.
Original post due:
2/17
Responses due:
2/21
Click: Article III of the Constitution
pro_snowden.pdf |
con_snowden.pdf |