King Henry Viii

Aisha Graham

Social Darwinism

1. Explain why you agree or disagree with the basic principal of Social Darwinism?

I do not agree with the basic principal of Social Darwinism because some may work just as hard as others but may support a family or even do as Carnegie did and give back to the community, not giving them a chance to rise up to the top as those who were selfish and kept their money.

2. How do those with great wealth justify their position of socio-economic status?

With having so much money the wealthy greatly influenced the government to lean toward policies helping business. They justify themselves as being higher up because they worked harder for it and endured "survival of the fittest".

3. Does the answer to question 2 justify the existence of Social Darwinism?

Yes, the wealthy all supported the idea of Social Darwinism because it gave them the right to do what they wanted with their money making them very powerful.

4. Should society help those that are less fortunate?

Yes, I think people in a society should help the less fortunate. Maybe not give them tons of money but at least get them on their feet to help them get where they are wanting to go so they and provide for themselves again.

5. Who should we trust to help those in need? Whose responsibility is it according to Andrew Carnegie?

The government would be someone to trust when there are people in need. According to Carnegie it is the job of the wealthy to give back to the society by distributing their wealth in the community.

Socialism

1. What is the definition of "Socialism"?

It is the sharing of economic power between all people no matter your race, or sex, or class.

2. What demands (based on the late 1800's) do you agree with?

Better working hours for the people and also the abolition of laws discriminating women.

3. Which of the Socialist demands do you feel are in need today and why?

Public credit used for employing the unemployed along with abolition of war and international arbitration.

4. Historically speaking, why do people fear Socialism?

Socialism was something new and foreign to them and trying something new is and was a fear of the people.

Politics today...

Place the following groups (according to your understanding) on this political spectrum