Senator Russ Feingold of Wisconsin talks to Babaganewz about his job as a Senator, his values, and his Jewish background. He stood up

for his beliefs and convictions when he opposed the U.S.A. Patriot Act following9/11. Although he was the

only senator to oppose the act, Feingold remained steadfast.  After reading the article, ,engage your students  in a

values-clarification activity to explore the courage needed to stand up for one’s convictions, even when one is alone in his or her beliefs.