Opening Act

20th Century Students:

Now that we got the course up and running I want to introduce you to academic blogging. I think some of you have experience with this and for others this may be brand new. In either case it is easy to do and can really be a valuable way of discussing and linking ideas. I would like to begin with a few questions regarding current events. For now you do not need to post anything. I am just going to use the blog for questions and information links.

Use this link to address #1: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/business/july-dec08/crisishistory_09-19.html

1. Last week was a rough one regarding our economy. Summarize what happened. Use the word "capitalism" in context in your answer.


Use this link for #2: http://money.cnn.com/2008/09/21/news/companies/goldman_morgan/index.htm

2. What is the Bush Administration's answer to the above problem? Is this a departure from the "conservative agenda"(laissez faire policies, rugged individualism, small government)?


3. What questions would you like Obama and McCain to answer this Friday during the debate?