Is the United States an Empire?
Do you think it is correct to describe the United States as an empire? Discuss with reference to historical events and examples. Should the U.S. play a less aggressive role in the world, more aggressive, or has it been about right? Discuss and explain your thoughts.
Background Materials
1. OpenStax American Government (Links to an external site.), Chapter 17.
2. J. Rufus Fears, “The Lessons of the Roman Empire for America Today (Links to an external site.).” (The Heritage Foundation, 2005).
3. Video: Democracy Now, “How to Hide an Empire” (Links to an external site.)
