1. Why was Peter van Uhm’s father unable to intervene during the Nazi march? 2. Peter van Uhm cites Steven Pinker, a Harvard professor, in his speech, who provides an argument about why violence has been decreasing overall. What did Steven Pink argue was one of the "main drivers" behind the decrease in violence across societies?

3. What does Peter van Uhm say is the rationale behind the existence of his armed forces?

4. Why did Peter van Uhm choose a gun?

5. If you were to enter the military professionally—either by choice or by force—what would be your main motivating goal?

the old way of life was represented by superstition, an angry god, and absolute submission to authority. the thinkers of the age of reason ushered in a new way of thinking. this new way championed the accomplishments of humankind. individuals did not have to accept despair. science and reason could bring happiness and progress. kings did not rule by divine right. they had an obligation to their subjects. europeans pondered the implications for nearly a century. americans put them into practice first.

answer; the candidate for vice president;

answer; the changing age structure of the population;