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Presentation Transcript for 8-2-2 Multimedia Presentation HIS 100 Sarah Nelson April 26, 2020 Live link: https://prezi.com/view/NqGMId5mupKOBX5pQ1GL/ 1. Historical Lenses and History’s Value:  LENSES: Historians approach historical events by studying different perspectives to draw conclusions. (A.K.A historical lenses). Thinking of these lenses literally like a camera lens provides different views of the same picture. Historical lens provides different views of a historical event or topic the same way. Without these lenses and their explanation behind their point of view would realistically lead to the same conclusions and also create biases. VALUE: History is very important aspect in every single person’s life. History gives future generations to learn from past events and progress without making the same mistakes as previous generations. History is a reminder of past decisions, situations, reactions, people, religion and culture. It also shows peoples’ ability to adapt and evolve. History is not only a remind of what we once experienced but what we can strive to accomplish and become. 2. My Topic a. Drafting of the U.S. Constitution and the effect of it on future generations 3. Three Historical Lenses a. Political Lens b. Economic Lens c. Racial Lens 4. Lens 1: Political lens (made the government stronger, does is uphold this throughout history’s changes?) a. As the founding fathers were all political people, America’s political system rests in the fundamental belief in decentralization and local governance. It severely limited the powers of the federal government and left most authority and control to the state governments and the people themselves. 

5. Lens 2: Racial Lens: (does the viewpoint of the founding fathers and history’s ever-changing viewpoints taint the U.S constitution? Ideas based on race can interpret the U.S. Constitution in different ways) a. the founding fathers was made up of mostly white men. However, the 14th amendment does state that all races are equal 6. Lens 3: Economic Lens: (looking at the changes history has presented and how they affect the interpretation of the U.S Constitution) a. before the U.S constitution the legislative government was very weak. The U.S. Constitution made the government much strong because overtime it became the foundation of the supremacy of the national government in the US. 7. Historical Narrative a. James Madison: knew the document was vital to the new country. The rights & amendments in the U.S Constitution made our government stronger for the need during the time period. It made our country superior, organized, and resolved. I think the rights & amendments created were thought to be universal for all future generations b. This would affect the historical narrative because it could be looked at as the U.S. Constitution was written in the eyes of a white man and for only the white man. Therefore,

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does this challenge the idea of the constitution including the 14th amendment due to the racial changes that have occurred over time? Our lives a. The U.S Constitution gave the federal government power in certain areas such as the economy. The ability to tax is a major area. It also provided change for the future which supports adaptation. Power to end slavery and create equality from gender, race, sexual orientation, etc., provide freedom of speech, allow Women the right to vote and join the military are just some of many changes made due to this document. The U.S. Constitution has already changed our lives astronomically and will continue to do so. Does History Repeat Itself? (My Opinion) a. In my opinion, history can repeat itself if we as humans allow it to. Events happen based on people’s decisions and actions so I do believe if we continue to make the same mistakes as humans then history will repeat events with the same message. It’s up to us as humans to slow down and learn from the mistakes in which we have already experienced. If we are too ignorant and ignore the lessons from which history blatantly shows us then we are destined to repeat these mistakes until we choose to listen. Does History Repeat Itself? (Evidence from the Course) a. During Module 5 I looked into historical context to assist me with our assignment. I saw many different historical events that has their own unique event but many of which had the same lessons to be learned. Now people’s opinions can change the lesson in which is learned, but it’s the fact that we continue to make mistakes that could be avoided due to historical events from the past and the lessons that come from them. Are Citizens Obligated to Know History? a. It is an obligation to learn and understand our country’s history because knowing the past prevents you from making the same mistakes and helps you appreciate all that we have accomplished and matured from. This is a country that many people take for granted and if we continue not make the same mistakes and not learn lessons to better ourselves, we will run the risk of losing what we have. Conclusion a. The U.S. Constitution was drafted to create rules & amendments that would stand past the test of time. We have utilized these rules & amendments to capitalize on change and adapt to what the future has in store

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Economic Interests and the Adoption of the United States Constitution. (n.d.). Retrieved April 25, 2020, from https://eh.net/encyclopedia/economic-interests-and-the-adoption-of-the-united-statesconstitution/Looking Through the Proper Constitutional Lens. (2016, January 13). Retrieved April 25, 2020, from https://www.michaelmaharrey.com/looking-through-the-proper-constitutional-lens-1631/ Editors, H. (2009, October 27). Constitution. Retrieved April 25, 2020, from https://www.history.com/topics/united-states-constitution/constitution

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National Constitution Center. (n.d.). Retrieved April 25, 2020, from https://constitutioncenter.org/learn/educational-resources/constitution-faqs

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United States (U.S.) Founding Fathers. (n.d.). Retrieved April 25, 2020, from https://www.constitutionfacts.com/us-founding-fathers...