Political Ideology

Based on my response to the questions on the political ideology survey, I am a moderate.

I probably identify with some of the views of both the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. I may also be interested in the Green Party and the Libertarian Party. My ideology is shared by the following Members of the House of Representatives:

• Michael Castle (R - DE, At-Large)
• Lincoln Davis (D - TN, 4th District)

Constitution Question responses

3. Would the founding fathers agree with the amendments ratified after 1787? 
-Yes, I think so. Since the amendments made by governments after 1787 were solely for the common good and welfare of the nation and the people, the founding fathers would be statisfied and happy with the changes. Also the amendments that were created were based on the Constitution, which were the core values of America, were created by the founding fathers. Thus the founding fathers would approve. 


1. What were the citizens' reactions to the Constitution right after it was established?
- I would not definitively know, however i can presume that the people of the newly created government would be excited, hopeful and secure. the citizens were oppressed by Britain and lived a very harsh colonist life, thus, United States of America  gave them new hope and life for them to live up to. 

American system of separation and powers and checks and balances

American system of separation and powers and checks and balances is like a BMW's suspension technology.
The suspensions distribute powers,weight, g-forces received  to separate axles and wheels. Just like how the power is separated in our government system.
Secondly, the suspension mechanism electronic chips allow the suspensions to correct any errors, such as when one wheel could have excess amount of forces or weight, then the chip sends the signals to distribute it evenly so the powers and forces are balanced.

Federalist paper no.10

1.Should property be more equally distributed to avoid factional disputes?
2.Who can judge if an idea is for the good of society?
3.Can there be too many factions?
4is the a better way to distribute property
5.is there a way to make all citizens happy by the land distribution?



"No man is allowed to be a judge in his own cause, because his interest would certainly bias his judgment, and, not improbably, corrupt his integrity."
I agree to the fullest with this quote because we would always defend ourselves. if we were our own judge, we would be blinded by our own desires and selfishness to make fair,justifiable and equal judgements. 



"The instability, injustice, and confusion introduced into the public councils, have, in truth, been the mortal diseases under which popular governments have everywhere perished"
-I was amused by this quote because it shows timeless crimes of a government. the corruption,bribery and lies unfortunately co-exist with a government. I believe that a perfect government would be moralistic, ethical and clean.


"The influence of factious leaders may kindle a flame within their particular states, but will be unable to spread a general conflagration through the other states." 
-I chose this becuaes this is very crucial to the core values of this nation. it portrays why the new constitution would allow for a large and diverse country, [individual states with it's own rights]


Every shilling which they overburden the inferior number is a shilling saved to their own pockets.
-I liked this quote because it portrays the corruption and mismanagement of taxing in a metaphoric way. it can be also implied to modern government, such as if a government over-taxes its citizens, the money will government's money. 


"There are two methods of curing the mischiefs of faction: the one, by removing its causes; the other, by controlling its effects." - This stood out to me because it seemed too simple and generalized. To elaborate, i think that the methods that James Madison stated werent specific enough for all circumstances of factions. However, i believe that removing the causes and controing the effects are the most basic, effective, and efficient way to defeat factions.

Political Cartoon 10/4

1. Is Obama's attempt for saving the economy a failure?

2. Is China a good influence or bad influence on our economy?

3. Is China going to be the next world leader?

Federalist Paper No.51

Q's.


1. How do you control the powers of groups in society from getting too powerful?


2. What are some pros and cons of the Federalist Paper #51.


3. Why shouldn't government be independent?


4. How is justice the end of government?


5.Why is it so important to split power into three different parts?
Quotes:


1.      "In a free government the security for civil rights must be the same as that for religious rights."
-i chose this because this sets a strong foundation of separation of religion and government and protect citizens of U.S from being oppressed or harmed because of their religion. 


2. "In republican government, the legislative authority necessarily predominates."
-i found this intriguing and contradicting. the quote clearly states that the legislative authority is the most powerful. 
the dictionary definition of "predominates" is : Be the strongest or main element; be greater in number or amount.
Thus, by this definition James Madison is stating that out of 3 branches of the government, the 
legislative branch is the dominating power. However, i believe that he meant otherwise, 
because the founding fathers' ultimate goal was to create a government that has equal powers among branches.


3. "If a majority be united by a common interest, the rights of the minority will be insecure."
-i think that this statement is very crucial to America's core values of liberty,justice and freedom. Because the quote shows that even the least powerful person has a voice and rights in the land of freedom. 


4. "The different governments will control each other, at the same time that each will be controlled by itself." I like this quote because it portrays the division of powers between the state and the federal government. also it highlights that each of the state and the federal has enough powers to have rights and certain powers but not too much to be able to become too powerful.


5. "It is equally evident, that the members of each department should be as little dependent as possible on those of the others."
-I chose this because it gives the sense of responsibilities to each branches of the government. it shows that one branch of the government should fulfill their own work and responsiblities, not by the major help from other branches. 

20 Question Review

These questions are from Liam Bergan's blog

What are the personal individual responsibilities of a person living under the U.S. govt. and politics systems?
-An individual citizen must no commit treason. one should not aid any forces or countries who are against our nation.
Also their actions should reflect their responsibilities as a citizen, such as obeying laws. 
What is punishment  for anyone caught moving into American illegally (immigrating), can they even be tried in the U.S., because they are not official citizens, does anyone even bother? 


-U.S should have jurisdiction to illegal immigrants who cross boarders to punish them and set examples to other boarder-jumpers.