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Rahe, Paul A. – Humanities, 1992
Draws distinctions between classical and modern concepts of democracy. Contrasts Pythagoras' dislike of factions with Madison's support for economic differentiation and religious toleration. Discusses Aristotle's and Noah Webster's ideas on addressing class tensions. Examines early U.S. theorists' suspicions of direct democracy and support for…
Descriptors: Democracy, Free Enterprise System, Greek Civilization, Moral Values
Randall, Laura – Humanities, 1993
Reports on a reading-discussion program of the Vermont Reading Project. Describes the origins, development, and operation of the program. Includes titles of literature works used in the project. (CFR)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Twohig, Dorothy, Ed.; And Others – Humanities, 1993
Examines the views of six former U.S. Presidents (Washington, Jefferson, Jackson, Andrew Johnson, Grant, and Eisenhower) about their presidential role, federalism, and issues of their time that are still relevant today. Includes a paragraph for each President that provides a social and historical context. (CFR)
Descriptors: Civics, Elementary Secondary Education, Federal Government, Higher Education
