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: The Republican National Convention had its fourth and final night on Thursday, August 27 with a nomination acceptance speech by President Donald Trump. The themes for the week included appeals to restoring "law and order" against a backdrop of protests against police violence, which have in some cases turned violent, and a spike in crime in some cities. Speakers also emphasized the strong economy that existed before the COVID-19 outbreak and Trump's foreign policy initiatives, including trade deals.
- Trump's speech was the longest nomination acceptance speech in modern history. Click here to watch the speech in full.
- Speakers during the final night also included President Trump's longtime counsel and political ally Rudy Giuliani, who stressed themes of law and order, and the top Republicans in Congress — Congressman Kevin McCarthy and Senator Mitch McConnell — who emphasized Trump's trade and economic initiatives.
- What is a party nominating convention, and what purpose does it serve as part of the election cycle?
- What is different about the nominating conventions this year than normal convention years?
- Do you think the White House should be available to use as a stage for political conventions and rallies? Why or why not?
- Why do you think the Hatch Act was originally signed into law?
- Do you think it's possible to draw a clear line between normal government activities and political activities? Why or why not?
- Do you think using the powers and entitlements of any office for political gain is fair? Why or why not?
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