Blog #3: The Honor Code of MBA and The Constitution

The Honor Code of Montgomery Bell Academy and the Honor Code stated within the Constitution of the United States are both very similar, containing only a few differences. In both Honor Codes, individuals under the jurisdiction of the code are taken upon oath that they will not act unjustly. Instead of pledging not to cheat on homework or tests though, officials in the government must pledge not to act corruptly for personal gain and must pledge not to lie to the American people or act against the beliefs withheld in the Constitution and the minds of Americans. Unfortunately, breaking of both honor codes occur regularly and with no end in sight. Hopefully, people subject to either honor code will act justly and not betray the tradition upheld for centuries.

Blog #2: The Purpose of Government

The three main purposes provided by a government are to maintain order, to protect private property, and to provide public goods. Since politics is refered to as the conflicts and struggles over the leadership, structure, and policies of government, politics therefore impedes the progress of government. When everyone is not on the same page, the progress will be slowered and turmoil may arise.

Blog #1: What I Want to Learn in AP Gov

This semester in AP Gov, I hope to learn the in's and out's of the political and economic situations seen today in our city, county, state, and country, while simultaneously enriching that which I already know. I wish to understand by the end of the semester everything (government, politics, economics, foreign affairs, civil rights, etc.) that acts as the basis for the country we live in today. I also am looking forward to figuring out not only the strengths of our government, but also the flaws so that I can formulate ways to correct the errors that plague our economics and politics. Overall, I am looking forward to an interesting, yet challenging semester of AP Government.