1) First, briefly explain how the author of "What is White Privilege Really?" (Links to an external site.)Cory Collins differentiates between bias and racism. How does he explain they differ, and how do they relate to each other.https://www.tolerance.org/magazine/fall-2018/what-is-white-privilege-really2) Next, quote a passage of one to four sentences long from "What is White Privilege Really?"(Links to an external site.) Explain why you chose that particular quote, and how it relates, or does not relate, to your own experience.2) Finally, discuss your overall reaction to the concept of white privilege as defined in Collins' article. Feel free to use examples from media, and/or your own experience in reacting to the article.Your response should be at least 300 words (more is fine).

Now that you have been introduced to the many concepts that make up a culture, it is now your turn to demonstrate your knowledge on this topic. In a 1-2 page paper, discuss three values that you think are common in American culture. Describe each value and where you think the value comes from, and explain why the value is important to Americans. While doing so, identify any of these values that either contradict or complement one another and explain why.Include a brief introductory paragraph as well as a concluding paragraph that sums up your key points. Make sure your paper is in APA format, double-spaced, with a title page.

View and take notes on Professor Thomas Patterson's lecture on the Federal Courts , then respond to the following two questions:Do you agree or disagree with Alexander Hamilton's statement that the "Judiciary is the weakest branch of government." Explain and discuss the powers of court in relation to the executive and the legislature. Please be specific and use examples.How do political backgrounds influence the interpretation of the Constitution and it's application to the law? How did this effect the courts ruling in Citizens United case.Once you have posted your response, the other students' responses will appear. Please read over the other students' response and then reply to at least one classmate. In your reply identify something you had not previously been aware of or something which challenges you to think differently.Your response must be at least 300 words. List all web resources and referenced materials that were used. You must use the APA citation style format in listing references used and in parenthetical citations.View the Discussion Forum Rubric to understand how you will be evaluated.