Choose an issue from American History that we have discussed in class recently. Write a brief (one to three paragraph) history of the issue and the Federalist vs. Antifederalist issues involved. In this brief history, be sure to cite relevant sources and make specific, clear references to major historical events.
For the current political mater we discussed in class, I have chosen to discuss Prop. 19, the legalization of marijuana. Currently there has been a battle of right and wrong between the government and the state about wether marijuan should be legalized as a recreational drug. The state of california had decided that marijuana could be legalized for recreational use and should be available to the public for purchase once a person reaches an appointed age. Some californians believe that the money spent on marijuana that goes to the drug cartels anyways could potentially go to the state if it were legalized. Putting taxes on marijuana would help the state be able to provide more for education and other fields of interest where money is needed. Another benefit of the legalization of marijuana is that it would reduce drug related crimes both north and south of the border. Every year hundreds of innocent people fall victim to the ruthless murders of the mexican drug cartel. Two months ago, policia raided a cartel stronghold and seized 151 kilograms of marijuana. The cartel leader retaliated by ordering the slaughtering of 151 people.
Then....
Choose at least one person not in this class whose opinion you respect. Interview this person to seek their ideas and opinions about the issues inherent in the element of history you have chosen.
Ideally, you want to quote this person, but it is okay to paraphrase their ideas at certain points, if necessary.
Please post your interview to your blog no later than 12/8/10 at 11:59:59 pm.
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