Do you know someone (no names please) who may exhibit the characteristics of a psychopath? (If you do not know anyone, you may use a well-known psychopath.)
Using key terms from the textbook and the video, explain what the characteristics and behaviors are exhibited.
•Do you think that sales and use taxes are a fair way for the state to generate revenue? Why or why not?
•How should policy makers deal with a projected budgetary surplus? Should taxes be cut or spending increased?
•In the case of a budget surplus, what arguments would you make to the legislature to increase spending? Where would you increase spending? Why?
•In the case of a budget deficit, what areas would you target for cuts? Why?
•Under what circumstances should the legislature tap into the Rainy Day Fund?
•Why did the Texas Legislature give up the ability to set tuition at state universities and how has this decision impacted you?
Develop an essay discussing whether professional athletes should be required to stand for the National Anthem.
Additionally, be sure to discuss why some athletes are kneeling during the National Anthem
Define Bipolar Disorder.
the Enlightenment was a period of thought in which reason was considered to be the most effective manner to solve society’s problems. Why would this generate a negative response from those in the church and government?
Select two critical Enlightenment thinkers whose ideas helped to change the nature of government in Europe or even in European colonies (think America!)
