Friday, July 19, 2013

Summer Assignment Article Response #3

Voting rights have been a topical issue this summer, both at the federal and the state level.

Read over this information about the Supreme Court ruling in the case Shelby County v. Holder.

Then read about voter ID laws proposed in North Carolina.

Answer questions on the form linked here, and leave your comment below. Happy reading!

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Summer Assignment Article Response #2

So much news lately I've had a tough time choosing what to assign! Hopefully you paid attention to the momentous Supreme Court decisions last week--we'll come back to those later. And keep a watch on what's happening with immigration reform. But for now, we'll focus on something closer to home.

What is going on in North Carolina politics?

Lots. Read this article that sums up the situation. Answer the questions here, and leave a comment below.

Hope your summer has been going well!!