Social 30-1 Last part of Chapter 7 First part of Chapter 8
Apr 02, 2015
Social 30-1
Last part of Chapter 7First part of Chapter 8
Housekeeping
• I am about half way through your in-class essay.
• You next one is the end on the month (the 27th). It will Diploma format.
• Your next test will be next week. • Here are your Journals back!
Review
• What tactics were used during the cold war?• Expansionism Vs. Containment?• Let’s get on the go!
First things first
• On Friday we started the “Butter Battle Book”.• It is a great cartoon that really captures the
ideology and relative absurdity of the Cold War tactics.
• Let’s watch it and discuss the connections to the Cold War.
Let’s discuss:
• How does it relate to the cold war?• Why does Seuss pick the conflict he does?• What tactics do we seen?• Why does Seuss end the film as he does?
• Over all , this is opinion, does the film depict a good understanding of the realistic conflict?
Let’s end this unit
• Cold War Hysteria:– People around the world (especially the US and
Russia) felt that war was inevitable. – They hoarded food.– They built shelters. – They feared the end the world as we know it!
The Second Red Scare(this gets creepy!)
• Due to the Great Depression of the 30’s, Many Americans were drew towards Communism.
• The Politicians were remembering the RED SCARE.
• The propaganda soon increased and we get our modern perception of the Commie!
• People feared the infiltration of soviet spies.
The Second Red Scare
• Fearing Communism would rise in America, people got to work.
• An ex-marine republican, Joseph McCarty, Claimed that Communist had infiltrated the government.
• Although unfounded, he did tarnish the Democrats.
• He was eventually reprimanded in 1954.
McCathyism
• Although he died in 1957.• American became devided as people were
often questioned or harassed if they were thought to tied, affiliated, or supported the Red Menace.
• Some imprisoned, dismissed, or socially ruined.
House Un-American Activities Committee
• During WW2 HUAC was formed to investigate threats on the government.
• They felt Hollywood had communist backgrounds.
• Over 300 actors, directors, were blacklisted. • They were encouraged to name anybody that
was related to Communist. • Most left the country or found work under
Pseudonyms.
That’s it!
WELCOME TO CHAPTER 8Social Studies 30-1
Classical to Modern(I think we know this stuff!)
• More Review:– Classical Liberalism:• No government intervention• Government protects life, liberty, and property. • Freedom of Entrepreneur.
Effects
• Great Depression.• Income Gap.• Consumerism.• Counter ideologies (Communism and Fascism)
Modern Liberalism
• Significant Government intervention.• Everyone values equally. • welfare capitalism.• Incentives to share the benefits of
development.
Basic Classical Liberalism
– Its economic system is Laissez-faire.– We all have equality of opportunity not
circumstance.
Negative Freedoms Vs. Positive Freedoms.
• Negative (Classic): the idea that government does not get involved. You have the right to make decisions and live how you want.
• But, if that fails that’s your choice.
• Positive Freedoms (modern): You can not make fair decisions without certain aspects of your life being stable.
• Such as welfare, food stamps, work regulations, etc…
Evolution of Liberalism
• What were the basic tenants of an Ideology:– Interpretations of History.– Beliefs about Human Nature– Structure of Society. – Visions for the future.
Environmentalism
• A political and ethical ideology that focuses on protecting the natural environment and lessening the effects that humans have on the enviroment.
Neo-Conservatism
• Ideology that emerged in the US as a reaction against modern liberalism.
• Favor a return to classical liberalism.• Value “family values” and a “traditional
America”.• Very often religious based ideology.
Neo-Conservative Economics
• Based on Monetarism.• The ideas of Friedman and Heyak.
• Government:– IT SHOULDN’T GET INVOLVED – I’M SICK ABOUT TALKING ABOUT THIS!
Neo-Conservative Foreign Policy
• Patriotism (Nationalism) is encouraged. • Big government should not exist. • Large countries (USA) have interest beyond
borders. • Capitalism is preferable and should be
promoted globally.
Neo-Conservatism and Morality
• They value traditional values. • Suspicious of the counter-cultures. • Referred to as the Christian Right. • Strong ideas on Abortion, Creationism, and
prayer. • (let’s have a talk about this, please be
respectful!)
Religious Perspective
• Religious Freedom and Freedom of expression are both key to liberalism.
• People are free to follow any religion and question liberalism. (in a perfect world!)
Political Influence of the Christian Right. (Generalization)
• Support the rights of the unborn.• Married Heterosexuals make the best family
life. • Legislations to stop graphic media. • Prayer and religion should be part of public
institutions. • Individuals should take responsibility for own
actions.
Modern Liberalism(Generalization)
• It’s a females right to choose.• Equal rights for all sexual orientations. • Adults can choose material to view, as long as
it doesn’t infringe on rights. • Secular environment.• Government intervention.
That’s it!
THE VIABILITY OF LIBERALISM UNIT 3:
• Mercantilism – Absolute Monarchy:• Locke, Plato, Martin Luther, • Reformation, enlightenment, renaissance.• Gutenberg and the Printing Press.• Adam Smith and Classic Liberalism• Industrial Revolution and Modern Liberalism.• Rejection of Liberalism and the formation of
Socialism and Communism (Marx, Lenin, & Stalin)
Review
More Review
• Monetarism (Hayek and Friedman)• Keynes.• Negative Freedom vs. Positive Freedom• The Cold War and its tactics.• McCarthyism. • This is not all inclusive!