Discussion Post: Primary Document Analysis
This document sheds an unfiltered light on politics in the Gilded Age by detailing the famous / infamous career of a New York City politician. Plunkitt's views provide a window into this era and the fundamental transformations reshaping the country and redefining what it meant to be an American.
Answer the following three questions in an essay a MINIMUM length of Two FULL Pages.
• What does this document reveal about the nature of American politics in the Gilded Age? Be specific.
• What major aspects of Mr. Plunkitt's approach to politics do you approve of and/or disapprove of? Why? Be specific.
• Are there parallels with this primary document from the early 1900s and the nature of politics and role of politicians in modern society today? In what specific ways?
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.