Discussion Board

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/amanpour-and-company/video/yale-historian-warns-about-the-rise-of-tyranny-in-the-us/  

1.) What does the video indicate was our founding father's safeguards against tyranny in the United States?  What do you think about Mr. Snyder's assertions regarding the current administration? 

2.) What was the founding father's notion of the concept of "rule of law", according to the video?  What does Mr. Snyder believe is happening to that concept today?  Do you agree or disagree?  Explain.

3.) What is the role of the media, per our textbook?  Do you agree with the assertion that today's media is not necessarily "fact-based"?  Explain your answer.

4.) Lastly, what are your overall thoughts on the video you watched?