Discuss the crime of burglary in contrast to white-collar crimes. What disparity in sentencing do you believe exists when comparing convictions for these crimes? What solution can you offer for this disparity?

Read Abraham Lincoln's A House Divided (1858) speech: Next, place yourself in 1858; you have a chance to hear Lincoln's speech or read a transcript of his speech. What do you believe are the most important elements of the speech? Do you believe that these elements can be accomplished successfully in 1858?