Niccolo MachiavelliThe father of modern political theory by writing The Prince, in the 16th century. This book is still used as the primer of how to gain and maintain political power. If you'd like to learn more about Niccolo Machiavelli please click on the links below. Bio. - Niccolo Machiavelli Bill of Rights Foundation - Machiavelli and The Prince | Chris MatthewsHe is an American political commentator (pundit) and news anchor known for his nightly hour-long talk show, Hardball with Chris Matthews, which is televised on the American cable television channel MSNBC. Matthews was a presidential speechwriter during the Carter administration and later worked for six years as chief of staff to longtime Speaker of the House of Representatives Tip O'Neill, playing a direct role in many key political battles with the Reagan administration. This experience led him to write what many consider to be a modern day version of The Prince called Hardball: How Politics Is Played, Told By One Who Knows the Game. To learn more about Chris Matthews please click the links below. Bio.- Chris Matthews MSNBC - Hardball with Chris Matthews |
The summer reading assignment for The Prince an Hardball: How Politics is Played, Told By One Who Knows the Game is due on the second day of school in September. You will pick up Hardball from me before you leave for the summer, and you will find a copy of The Prince here or can pick up a paper copy to mark up. This assignment will count as your first project and test grades. Complete details on your summer assignment can be found here and the Google Drive instructions here.