What is the impact of this word on American culture? What about other cultures? Why is the history of THIS particular word important for us to understand? What can we gain from this knowledge? Has your research lead you to believe this word will grow into something else? What will it grow into and why does that matter? Be sure to have a strong thesis statement that addresses the word’s impact.
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Why did the New York prosecutors pursue charges against Abacus and its owners after the federal government declined to charge them? Do you agree with the prosecutors’ decision?
Why did the New York prosecutors pursue charges against Abacus and its owners after the federal government declined to charge them? Do you agree with the prosecutors’ decision? Is it important to pursue difficult cases despite the risk of losing, as Jesse Eisinger said in his interview, and was this that type of situation? Why or why not? 2. What differences did you see between Abacus and other financial institutions highlighted in The Untouchables (i.e., Countrywide)? What similarities did you see when comparing Abacus and Countrywide and other mortgage originators? 3. Does this case illustrate the difficulties in prosecuting banks or is there a different reason for the outcome of this trial? Why do you believe this? Would the outcome have been different if the government had sought a civil remedy, with a lower burden of proof, instead of a criminal charge? Why or why not?