Discussion Question #1: After reading Chapter 1, one discovers the many progressive education faces regarding ideology and practicality. Please describe the contributing factors/influences that you believe formulated liberal ideology.

Discussion Question #2: It is a fair assumption that the American Federation of Teachers, voluntarily or non-voluntarily, became the lightning rod of society in the 1930s. In your opinion, what factor or event promoted the AFT to such a stature? Please explain.