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I won't go into what else some of you have been missing over the past 20+ hours...especially my 3rd period class.  More than decimated due to Yom Kippur.  I gather many of you read up on Jonah.  Those of us in class went over yesterday's blog post, a few Preambles, and we watched some GI Joe PSAs (Knowing is Half the Battle) before browsing some Federalism videos to help introduce or better understand material.  This week is going to be a bit rushed due to some HC festivities, including the senior picture  - seniors are released at 11 on Weds - we miss a lot of Ch. 3 time - so I hope you read and are ready to ask questions - I hope to go through everything tomorrow, but we'll lose 10 mins to Hooper talking about the forums and the DC trip in February.

So, the videos we watched are linked to and explained below.  I am not embedding them or it will get too long.

You can watch Fred on Federalism as he explains what it means using a Republican (conservative - even more libertarian) viewpoint.  Even if you disagree with his politics, you have to respect his questions - which are at the root of any and all policy decisions.

There is also one that may be a little cheesy but informative.  You can also find links to other short segments produced by the same company.  There is even another, even shorter series you may want, but check out their explanation of federalism.

I will also suggest the DiscoveryStreaming  site.  You will need a password (coming soon) to get in, but search for relevant support if you are having difficulty understanding something.

Then there is the other short series you can use as an introduction to material. 

You can submit your Amendment essay into turnitin now.  Do not wait until the last minute...just in case you can't figure out how to turn it in.  No excuses.  If I were you, I'd submit a hard copy to me BEFORE you leave school next Monday.

My internet connection is getting weird now - I'll come back and update more later.