Lectures with Mr. Judy

Today, we get a little nerdy and explore the philosophical origins of American political thought. Mr. Judy discusses American individualism, liberty, and equality influenced the founding of America and still serve as the major influences in how politicians make decisions today. 

In this episode, we cover: - Background of the Constitution - 3 parts of the Constitution: Preamble, Articles, Amendments - 3 branches of government: Executive, Legislative, Judicial  - Internal Checks  - What the Constitution says about slavery

Today we will cover: Rise of the Chesapeake  Settlements in New England Filling in the other states Managing the Colonies Through Business American Republicanism 

In this episode, Mr. Judy reflects on the impact the war had for those who stayed home and didn't fight. Increasingly citizens relied on a government that was not focused on their interests but rather on the soldiers and winning the war, which created a distrust of government that ran for generations. 

In today's episode, Mr. Judy will cover the following topics: Removal of Native Americans from the South  Restructuring of internal improvements Jackson's war against the National Bank The creation of the Whig party

In today's lecture for government class, Mr. Judy covers the issues restricting the truthfulness of public opinion: Discussion on how Americans being uninformed affects public opinion  Issues of the lack of ideology in America  How being uninformed and a lack of ideology make public opinion unpredictable

In this episode, Mr. Judy discusses:  Rise of Political Parties Presidency of John Adams - Big Government and Control Problems Jefferson and His Idea of America What's the point? and the Triad Theory

In today's episode, Mr. Judy will cover: Foundations in America leading to the Constitution  Basics of the Constitution: History, Preamble, Articles, Amendments, Federalism 3 Branches: Legislative, Executive, Judicial Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances Constitution and Slavery

Mr. Judy covers the following topics in today's lecture: How the French and Indian War Changed America Emergence of American Nationalism & Identity Taxes Lead to War