1. Social Class in America
The US as Empire
Social Class in America

2. the United States an Empire
the United States an Empire? Using Cause and Effect to Shape an Argument.
Coming to Terms with the American Empire (Geopolitical Weekly)
In Defense of Empire (The Atlantic)
As you read, highlight key points for both sides of the argument:
Yes, America is an Empire
No, America is not an Empire
American Empire Podcast
The Decline of the American Empire (video)
Video: Inside America’s Empire (PBS)
As you watch write 10 bulleted points (5 to defend the US as an Empire, 5 to refute the US as an Empire)
After you have completed your research, complete the 6 Degrees of Separation Assignment.

3. Social Structures/Social Stratification inside Empires
Points for Pondering
The US has a system of social stratification. Defend/Refute
What is the system of social stratification in the US?
If there is a system of social stratification in the US can a member of society move from one social class to another?
READ
White Trash (A Bill Moyers Interview)
The American Dream is Alive (NYT)
As you read, highlight evidence to defend or refute the statements above.
WATCH
People Like US: Social Class in America
As you watch, write evidence to defend or refute the statements above.
Listen
Cracked: America’s Secret Caste System (podcast)