1. Robert L. Bartley is optimistic about the future of America; he argues that the future will be one of increasing opportunity and prosperity. Edward N. Luttwak is pessimistic; he believes that conditions in America could soon resemble those of a Third World nation. Can you identify examples, if any, of exaggerated or inflammatory language in these viewpoints? Explain.
2. Charles J. Dunlap Jr. presents a future narrative from the year 2012 to illustrate how a military coup could place a dictator in power. Do you find this scenario plausible? Why or why not? Daniel E. Hallock Research Quarterly, Fall 1992.