1.  In his commentary, Cal Thomas says: "Should [Hillary Clinton] be given the power to implement [her economic vision], we can say goodbye to the prosperity and opportunity we have enjoyed since the Reagan years."  Why does he believe this is so?

2.  What does Mr. Thomas say is Mrs. Clinton's motive for her statement which he quotes in paragraph 6?

3.  What philosophy does Mr. Thomas believe has made America what it is (see paragraph 9)?  Do you agree?  Explain your answer.

4.  Re-read paragraph #11. 
a) List the virtues once taught to young people in America.
b) List the ideas taught today.
c) Why is this a problem?

5.  a) Do you agree with Cal Thomas' opposition to Senator Clinton's economic vision for America (para. 2-3)?  Explain your answer.
b) Do you agree with Cal Thomas' assertion that Sen. Clinton's economic vision for America is a form of socialism?  Explain your answer.

• For a discussion on why capitalism is better than socialism, go to kevincraig.us/capitalism.htm