Assignment:
From the History Channel's "This Day in History," read this account of the National Guard, on the order of the Arkansas governor, preventing nine African American students from attending Little Rock Central High School.
September 4. 1957: Little Rock becomes a Cold War hotspot
Comment on the how the racial tensions reflect the legacy of federalism. How does the relationship between state and national jurisdiction add to the difficulty of integrating the schools?
As with all discussions, you are responsible for one original posting and substantive responses (at least 100 words in each post) to at least 2 other students.
Requirements:
A minimum of three posts that include at least 100 words each, will earn 15 points for the poster.
You will receive 10 points for following the rules of correct English grammar and composition. You should write in complete English sentences, use correct verb tenses, spell words accurately, and use pronouns correctly. If your posts read like a text message to a friend, you won't get these points. I won't take off for minor errors, occasional typos, but you should display college-level writing skills.