Individualism vs. Community

The Golden Rule is "treat people the way you want to be treated." 

Do you agree with the golden rule?

• Yes - people in a community should look out for each other.

  
  

• No - people in a community do not need to look out for each other. They should focus on their own survival.

  
  

Based on what you have seen so far, which of the following statements would Obama most likely agree with?

• Different religions have different beliefs about what is considered righteous and responsible.

• Regardless of religion, we are obligated as individuals to look out for others.

• It is important to act in a righteous way, only as an individual.

• Those in positions of power have less responsibility than everyone else to care for future generations.

Why does Obama mention the transcontinental railroad, sending a man to the moon and creating the internet?

• To provide a counter argument to his main point about the important of community

• To provide a counter argument to his main point about the important of community

• To support his argument that we do better when we work together.

• To highlight the amazing achievements of individuals in the past

What is something that the global community works together on, or should together on, to make the world a better place?

RASI: Obama argues, "We do have an obligation to each other and there are some things we can do together." To what extent do you agree with his statement? Explain.

Use examples from your life and the outside world in your response.