Essays and Research Papers on Elections & Politicians

A 10 page paper which examines the Massachusetts senator’s presidential bid by considering what was successful, what was not successful, the types of media selected and how it was used, what was impressive and unimpressive to the writer and to others, and finally evaluates why the candidate was not elected. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 7 page overview of the features of the political parties that make them so powerful. The author contends that the parties secure funding and provide the infrastructure that a candidate needs to be successful. Bibliography list 6 sources.

This 7-page paper examines Sydnor's American Revolutionaries in the Making: Political Practices in Washington’s Virginia, examines the theories behind democracy and aristoracy, and discusses if Virginia's political systems from the 18th and 19th centuries would work in today's political system.

This 3 page paper examines the election that occurred in 2000 between Bush and Gore. What happened in Florida, and why fewer black votes were counted, is examined. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the financing of the 2002 Alexander campaign. Biographical information about Lamar Alexander is relayed along with specific financial data. PAC money is discussed. Top contributors are listed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

8 pages in length. From the strong-arm tactics of political machines of the late nineteenth century to the power-in-numbers approach of contemporary special interest groups, lobbyists have a long history of influencing presidential elections. Whether right or wrong, this influence has long been the cause of great concern over the detrimental impact upon ...

A paper which looks at the leadership style of Margaret Thatcher with specific reference to economic and social policies, monetarism and the conflict with the unions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10 page paper examines the Democrats in recent years and how the Party can change to win in 2008. Many issues are explored and recommendations are made. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6-page paper attempts to tie the banana trade wars together with political maneuvering, even to the point where it has helped elect presidents of the U.S. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines whether or not any heroes emerge in this account of the housing controversy in Yonkers, NY during the 1980s. No additional sources are used.

This 3-page paper analyzes the article "Analyzing and Interpreting Polls" by Herbert Asher, which explains that polls are not always as scientific a method to judge opinions as they're supposed to be.

This 5 page paper uses an article submitted by a student as a springboard for discussion. This opinion piece suggests that the system is strong but there are some problems with it. Today's leaders are compared with the Founders. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page research paper that explores the political career of Representative Ed Royce (40th Congressional Distinct, Orange County, California). Royce is a strong conservative who supports tax relief and works to cut excessive government spending. This examination of Royce seeks to understand who, precisely, Royce is, what he stands for and how he ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of issues related to campaign finance and campaign finance reform. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5-page paper is an essay discussing the pros and cons of abolishing the U.S. Electoral College, the process by which the President of the United States is elected. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

In this 6 page paper, the writer analyzes the entitled article in terms of omnipotent control. Background material by author Jones supplied by student. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 6 page paper focuses on the 2008 Democratic primaries and the state of Nevada. Can Edwards win it? Why is he doing so poorly there? The situation is analyzed and suggestions are made. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

5 pages in length. Often considered by her Senate counterparts as a stalwart supporter of education, Louisiana Senator Mary L. Landrieu has made such an impact upon American politics that she has garnered a number of nicknames to reflect her various positions on the issues. As "Military Mary," she places significant importance upon ...

This 3 page paper examines the 2005 mayoral race and why Bloomberg won. The racial disparity in the vote is discussed as well. Bloomberg's agenda for his second term and campaign issues are ideas included in this look at an important election. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses three reasons why money should be taken out of politics: it gives wealthy special interests too much influence; it makes it difficult, if not impossible, for ordinary people to run for office; and it taints the political process. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 10 page paper examines the Bush v. Gore election in 2000 and uses it as a springboard for discussion on the electoral college. The relevance of the model is discussed. Both sides of the controversy is relayed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

3 pages in length. Democrats finally lost their stronghold upon the South when the Republicans overcame decades of overpowered political maneuvering; based upon the premise of white supremacy, the Republican Party sought to equalize there heretofore social, political and economic domination the Democratic Party had long upheld. That the Republicans overcame this perpetual ...

A 5 page review of Barak Obama’s work The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream. No additional sources cited.

8 pages in length. Running on the Democratic ticket, the primary issues that reflect my campaign platform include defeating terrorism, fortifying the military, reducing energy dependence, fortifying homeland security, bolstering the economy by way of creating more jobs and focusing upon the middle class, health care reform, improving a faltering educational system and increasing ...

A 5 page overview of the problems surrounding the utilization of stem cells in medical applications. The bipartisan controversy extends not just to the ethics of the situation but also to the economics. Bibliography lists 5 sources.