Lesson: The Myth of American Democracy
The Trump presidency caused many people to believe American democracy is in trouble. Others argue that America was never a democracy in the first place. Of course, no two countries are the same, and no two governmental systems are the same either. America’s so-called ‘brand’ of democracy is often referenced in conversations focusing on governing. Please read the articles below with an open mind and ask yourself if America is indeed a democracy and if it matters.
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Example Article
Each conversation topic is based on a theme. In order to help students acquire a basic understanding of that topic, four media articles are provided for them to read. I will never test you on the articles, but I strongly suggest you book lessons far enough in advance to give yourself enough time to properly prepare. The better prepared you are, the more benefit you will receive from our conversations.
Below is an example article for this conversation topic.