1. Set Focus
Frame the inquiry with theis essential question: What is the ideal balance between public policy and personal responsibility in a democracy?
2. Read and Discuss
Have students read the debate and then answer the following questions:
- What is the issue being debated? How does it relate to current events? (The issue is whether the U.S. should require food companies to put warning labels on unhealthy foods. The issue is timely because Chile and several other countries have already mandated warning labels, and other countries are considering the idea.)
- Evaluate why these two authors might be interested in and qualified to comment on this issue. (Frances Fleming-Milici works for an organization that promotes proper nutrition. Bentley works for a foundation that advocates for limited government.)