SOC 205 Society, Law and Government Week 1 Discussion The Rule of Law
Week 1 Discussion - The Rule of Law
- Introduce yourself to your peers by sharing something unique about your background. Explain how you expect this course will help you move forward in your current or future career.
- Using what you have learned this week, respond to the following:
- Give an example - from history or current events - of what happens in this country when the rule of law is not respected or followed.
- Considering the example you have provided, how do your personal values or beliefs of law in our society affect your decisions in everyday life?
- Give an example - from history or current events - of what happens in this country when the rule of law is not respected or followed.
- Respond to at least one of your classmates' posts by asking questions, offering thoughtful ideas, or sharing personal connections.Week 1 - Learn
Readings
- Chapter 1, "Foundations of Law in the United States" in Judicial Process in America.
- Read about the 3 distinct branches of the Federal Government, elections and voting, state and local government, and the Constitution on the White House's website:
- Civil Disobedience.
Multimedia
- Why Do We Need Law or Laws in Society?Links to an external site. (5:53).
- The Purpose of GovernmentLinks to an external site. (7:06).
- Court Shorts: Rule of LawLinks to an external site. (5:07).
- The difference between rules, norms, and valuesLinks to an external site.. (1:53).
Optional
Some of the services Congress provides citizens include - healthcare enrollment, federal grant availability, and issues concerning the Department of Veterans Affairs.- Find your representative by going to https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative,Links to an external site. enter your zip code, and click on "Find Your Rep by Zip" to explore the services they provide.