Essays and Research Papers on Government Agencies

A 5 page paper discussing the giving and receiving tactics of the United Way. The foundation makes vital services possible, but for all the good the foundation does, it has achieved the position within many of the agencies it helps support of being their primary source of income, or at least being so important ...

An 8 page paper discussing the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the legislation that created it. Why was it founded? What does it do? The last page of the report provides suggestions to the Clinton Administration about CSPC. Bibliography lists five sources.

A 5 page paper that provides an overview of this testing process and recognizes the claims of critics against its design. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 15 page paper that provides an overview of the issues related to banning anti-personnel landmines and the specific issues for an operational commander. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 3 page paper on the F117 Stealth Bomber-- Provides some structural detail and a brief historical overview (from the Gulf War to the present). Good reference for those studying military warfare & weaponry. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page essay on the F.A.A.'s allowance for "Free Flight"-- which ends much of the strict route confinement jet pilots once faced. Focusing mostly on the 'pros,' the writer describes how free flight is not limited to takeoff to touchdown; It also covers the significant benefits possible during pre-flight planning activities and ground movement. ...

The effect of reduction of military pilots on the airline industry is discussed in this 7 page paper. Suggestions are made to encourage qualified candidates to pursue careers through the private sector. Bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 5 page look at Sturdevant & Stoltzfus's 'Let The Good Times Roll,' a book examining Asian prostitutes as a class of victims of American soldiers during times of war. Various social reasons for Asian prostitution are assessed and the American military is scrutinized for endorsing their solicitation. No additional sources cited.

A 4 page paper which argues that all young adults should be required to serve their country in some capacity such as in the military or through some local organizations such as would deal with the elderly or disabled. Such involvement would enable our children to grow up having a much better understanding of people ...

An 18 page research paper on the national, local and individual economic effects of base closures, the DOD's future military requirements, and the need for base closures. The writer addresses these issues, then outlines a study which encompasses most of the issues. The writer addresses limitations of the study and makes recommendations for ...

A 6 page essay exploring benefits available to military active duty and retired personnel. Numerous benefits are offered to those serving in the armed forces. Despite base closures and shrinking defense budgets, those benefits still exist. The writer discusses many but not all of the benefits and points out the military person receives a lower ...

This 5 page paper looks at the importance of respect in the military and function of the chain of command. Seriousness of criticism regarding the Commander in Chief is noted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page outline of the threats of biological terrorism to the United States. Discusses the need for a centralized coordinating agency to deal with terrorism which employs such biological agents as Anthrax and Ebola. Suggests that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has the scientific, technological and administrative resources which would be necessary ...

A 5 page research paper that explores, rather sarcastically, the inner-workings of a HUD audit. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page paper which explains to a student how to distinguish between limited war, guerrilla war and terrorism, as well as address covert/overt behavior, whether formal state sponsorship is required, use of uniforms and whether targeting policy affects description. Also considered is the morality of war and whether moral dilemmas of the combatants ...

An 8 page analysis discussing the political and economic factors influencing the decision on where to locate U.S. overseas military bases and forces. Included are strategic significance, political climate, job creation both in the host country and in America, and direct economic benefits to the host country. Works cited lists five sources.

A 5 page analysis of Charles Derber's book, The Wilding of America. 'Wilding' is defined by Derber as an epidemic of self-centeredness, competitiveness, and greed that has effects on urban and suburban environments as well as corporate boardrooms and even Congress. Derber shows how this is corrupting the nation's character and his conclusions are discussed. ...

This 16 page report discusses the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI), more commonly referred to as “Star Wars.” The administration of U.S. President Ronald Reagan envisioned a program for a missile-defense shield, based in outer space that was supposed to be able to render nuclear weapons obsolete. SDI, implemented or not, meant decisions would have ...

This 7 page paper examines the concept of total war by focusing on Sherman’s march to the sea. The military action is discussed as the beginning of a change in military strategy for the U.S. Several examples are provided. The concept of total war is defined and discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 22 page paper evaluating the validity of the Department of Defense's staunch support for mandatory anthrax vaccinations of all members of the US armed forces. The paper gives an overview of the disease and Louis Pasteur's discovery of a vaccination against it. It reviews conditions surrounding other controversial health issues and concludes that, given ...

A 5 page paper which discusses the basics about military policy, and presents information regarding how policy is normally made, how it is directly involved in our foreign policy, and issues concerning the costs of military involvement. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Logistics is the area concerned with the support of military efforts and installations. In times of war it means the planning and execution of delivering supplies, ammunition, troops and information. World War II saw the advent of a myriad of new strategies, needs and demands on the logistical component of warfare. This 5 page paper asserts that ...

This 10 page paper considers the revolution in military affairs. The use of new technology in warfare is controversial and is used at all levels. This paper considers the ways in which it is used and the associated advantages and disadvantages. The use of technology in the Gulf sand in Kosovo are considered along with ...

A 9 page paper that argues the point that female military personnel should not be placed in direct combat positions during times of war. The opinions and justifications presented by this opposition are discussed in detail as well as the arguments held by advocates of this issue. Included are a brief discussion of ...

12 pages in length. In a perfect world, there would be no war. However, inasmuch as this is far from being a perfect world, the aspect of war carries with it many seemingly unrelated advantages to help fortify economic and political standing. What typically occurs at the end of war is a combination of growth ...