Discussion Post: Philosophy
Read Just Another Word for River from Allen's book Our Declaration: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence in Defense of Equality (open the files below). In this chapter, Allen is asking important questions: "How are we to tell how things are going for us as a community? How can we see what course we're on?"
How can some people see further ahead than the majority of us? How do we treat them? Do you agree with Allen that we, the citizens, have a responsibility to observe and understand the direction we are heading? Relate these questions to Socrates' role in the Allegory of the Cave. Additionally, you can use any references to any famous historical and contemporary figures.
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.