The Preamble to the US Constitution states
We the people of the United States,
in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense,
promote the
general welfare, and
secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for
the United States of America.
- Maintaining Legal and Social Framework
- Providing Public Goods and Services
- Maintaining Competition.
- Redistributing Income
- Correcting for Externalities
- Stabilizing the Economy (Fiscal and Monetary Policy)
2. Read What role should the government play in the economy? (Activity 3)
Bullet the Conservative View and the Liberal View. List 4 facts from each.
Research component:
Write a 1-2 page postition paper along with a short powerpoint
Choose one of the following
1. Analyze one antitrust case brought by the the Justice Department or the FTC
identify the reasons the antitrust litigation was brought forward.
explain the outcome of the case including any unanticipated consequences.
or
2. go to USA.gov A-Z Index of U.S. Government Departments and Agencies
Identify the role of one Federal Regulatory Agency. Explain when it was created, which administration, what role of government it is trying to rectify.
Explain the causes and outcome of at least one case it has dealt with.
Due date next Wednesday.
