Bourne states that the original immigrants were not interested in assimilating into the Native American’s culture or intentionally creating a new one, but rather they simply continued English culture? Do you believe this is true? Do you believe that the War for Independence had no bearing on the chaining of policy in America? I for one disagree with this. Obviously the idea of expecting everyone to become essentially the same and ignore their roots is wrong. But to assume that America was a solely Anglo-Saxon country propitiating old ideas from old England seems a bit of a stretch. I do not believe that the founders came here to just continue ancient English traditions without having to answer to the monarchy, but rather with an idea of a new nation founded on a set of principles. While Bourne makes some excellent points, I feel that he is a bit harsh and extreme. Thoughts?
No comments:
Post a Comment
Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.