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bobypop · **on:** Jul 10, 2018

What are the basic assumptions of communitarianism? In what waysand to what degree, if at alldo they differ from the current version of the American creed? In your personal opinion, which assumptions are preferable and why?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which of the following best exemplifies the intentions of devolution in the 1990s?

a. New Deal legislation
b. No Child Left Behind Act
c. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
d. Troubled Asset Recovery Program
e. Violence Against Women Act

IAPPLET · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 10, 2018

Answer to Question 1

An ideal response will:
1, Discuss the basic assumptions of communitarianism, which include the belief that self-sacrificing, virtuous people should be in government, and the government should regulate aspects of society to promote stability and the greater good.
2, Discuss how these values come into conflict with the general American creed that values individual interests over those of the broader society.
3, Discuss which assumptions are preferable to the student and why, drawing upon examples from the text such as the Progressive movement and the New Deal.

Answer to Question 2

c