- Discussed the consequences of centralizing and decentralizing power.
- Completed the following in-class writing: Is a federal system better than a unitary system for democracy? If so, why? If not, why not?
- Finished our notes on Chapter 2.
- Discussed the article "The Nature of Nation-State Failure" in cooperative groups. If you were absent, please answer the following questions:
2. How does this article/knowledge about failed states relate to what you know about:
a. Legitimacy
b. Capacity
c. Autonomy
3. Are weak states dangerous? Are they a threat to world peace? Explain.
Homework:
1 CE due on Friday.
$85 due on Friday.
PowerSchool printout due on Friday.
Read 44-56 by Monday.
Read 56-75 by Wednesday.