Discussion Post
• Identify presidential terms and list the qualifications. Analyze the current qualifications for President. Take a position and either defend the existing qualifications or defend added qualifications you think should be included in modern America.
• Explain why the Framers create the Electoral College? What were the historical arguments behind their decision? Do you believe the Electoral College is a good way of ensuring each vote is represented equally, why or why not (be specifics and provide an example to support your opinion)?
• Identify the presidential powers in Article II Section 2 of the Constitution. Then, citing one news article (not Wikipedia), provide a recent example of how a president's power has been checked by the judicial or legislative branches of government.
• Compare and contrast the judicial philosophies used by justices when interpreting the Constitution. Which do you believe is most effective in today's society? Defend your position using specific details and examples.
• Explain how the federal courts were established. Describe the roles and importance of the federal courts, be sure to provide examples.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.