Part of our mission is to encourage young people to learn more about the founding principals of America and to think more critically about the appropriate role of government in society today. Each week we will provide a thought and fun fact that you can discuss with your peers and parents.
Thought for the Week…
Did You Know….
Poll Question for the Week…
Students under the age of 21 can also earn financial support in order to continue their education by competing in an essay writing contest. A minimum of 20 prizes between $1,000 and $5,000 will be awarded to individuals who submit essays on one of several topics. Essays must be no more than 2500 words and be submitted by July 4th 2010. Students will be able to choose from one of several categories that will include the following as well as other topics. If you would like to learn more about this please send us an email at editor@johngaltusa.com
Ayn Rand: based on a reading of Ayn Rand’s “Atlas Shrugged”
- Explain whether you believe the government values or punishes individual “producers” today.
- Explain whether government programs start or stop the motor of the US economy?
Founding Fathers & Constitutional Government
- What would the “Founding Fathers” say about the role of the Federal Government in America today?
- What would the “Founding Fathers” say about the level of taxation in American today?
- What is Liberty?
- What did the founders believe was the role of government in civil society?
- Where do our rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness come from?
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