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Baron de Montesquieu
On the Spirit of Laws
Target: I can explain the political thoughts of Montesquieu and describe the impact they had upon the creation of our government.Slide2
Access your school Google Account to get today’s Organizer Sheet
File Title:Baron de Montesquieu OrganizerLocated: Government Files, Origins Folder, Worksheets/Handouts FolderSlide3
1) What is the cartoonist trying to illustrate in this picture?
2) Why is Andrew Jackson standing on the U.S. Constitution?
3) How is President Jackson violating the the philosophy of separation of powers in this cartoon?Slide4
1) What is the cartoonist trying to illustrate in this picture?
2) Why is it important that the bald eagle is trying to regain his position?
3) How does this cartoon represent the belief in equality under the law?
Bill MauldinSlide5
Foundations of Democracy
(2nd time you have seen this list)
Fundamental worth of the individual
Equality of all persons
Majority Rule with protection of the minority rights
Necessity of compromise
Individual Freedom
Absolute freedom can only exist in anarchy (absence of gov’t)Slide6
Please Read Montesquieu’s Bio and answer the questions on the Study GuideSlide7
Discussion
How do you think Montesquieu would respond to the political cartoon
King Andrew the First
? What problems would he see with this picture?Slide8
Discussion
Would Montesquieu agree with Bill Mauldin in the
I Want My Seat Back
cartoon? What is the importance of laws and whom do they protect in this illustration?Slide9
Discussion
Do you agree with Montesquieu’s thoughts about a republican government? What advantages does he believe this form of government has over a democracy?