Today we will continue to examine the Constitution and the powers it grants to the branches of our government.

1. Is It Constitutional? Discuss scenarios from last class.

2. How a bill becomes a law: “I’m Just a Bill”

3.  What do you know or have heard about the impeachment inquiry into President Trump.  What events led up to the impeachment inquiry? Why is impeachment controversial?

Controversial political issues are often discussed in the media. Do you think journalists and other producers of media can be objective when dealing with an issue about which people have such strong and differing opinions? Should writers always strive to be objective? Why or why not? We will be looking at sources that express conflicting opinions about impeachment.

Homework: Finish reading, “The Constitution, the Impeachment Process, and Historical Examples”