Essays and Research Papers on Government

This 6 page paper considers the technological change in Jordan, including the access to information and media technology. This report includes an analysis of the country's current perspective on technology and the way in which it is impacting the culture of Jordan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

(6pp) For centuries women have been thought of "property," leading to slow but sure progression towards women's independence. In this we shall begin by examining Muller v Oregon, 1908; events leading into he progressive era; and the influence of muckrakers on women and current society.

This 5 page paper considers the issues related to the implementation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the impact in the increasing global trade environment. This paper considers the pros and cons of NAFTA. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper which discusses Adam Smith's view on colonialism as is presented in his book "Wealth of Nations." No additional sources cited.

5 pages. This book delves into some stories that one would consider unbelievable if not coming from this highly praised journalist. Bosnia becomes a very real and terrifying place for the reader, and we learn that the Holocaust was not the last of terrible ethnic crimes; they are still happening in our world. ...

An 11 page discussion of the societal and economic impacts of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Emphasizes the impact of NAFTA in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Counters the many objections which have been launched against the agreement. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

An 11 page discussion of the decisions which were made regarding East Germany and West Germany after World War II. Details the outcome of the Yalta conference and the relegation of West Germany to U.S. influence and East Germany to Russian influence. Contends the ultimate economic and political success of West Germany to ...

10 pages in length. The writer discusses democracy, legitimacy and the self as they relate to William E. Connolly's Why I Am Not A Secularist and Jurgen Habermas' The Inclusion of the Other : Studies in Political Theory. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 6 page paper which discusses the presidential election of 1828. The paper addresses the characters of the individuals who ran for president, the issues, the campaign, the outcome, and the significance of the election. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

7 pages in length. The United States is fighting hard to uphold its sense of democratic application when it comes to political voting. Even so, the general public has become nonplused by fancy talk and little action from a string of past political leaders; as a direct result, American voters have not been ...

This 5 page paper looks at the way in which a ballot system may influence the outcome of an election. The paper considers the Presidential Election in the United States 2000 and goes on to suggest better balloting methods that might be used. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

An 8 page contention that CNN coverage during the 2000 Presidential Race was biased. Compares the amount and quality of coverage given George W. Bush verses Al Gore in both ad and report format. Contrasts such aspects as presentation of issues, photographic, lighting, and auditory accompaniment. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the implications of the Declaration of Independence and their far-reaching impact, not only for the United States but for the entire world. It stated the intentions of a people that were both honorable and determined in their ideologies. It formed the theoretical basis for democratic thinking and led to the understanding that personal ...

A 17 page paper discussing the media's treatment of the campaign and its two leading candidates, Al Gore and George W. Bush. The purpose of the paper is to determine whether the media shifts its support to the "underdog" as determined by the polls, by examining both the basis of journalism and examples of articles published at ...

This 8 page paper examines the reasons for the League of Nation's reputation of inefficiency and inability to prevent armed conflict. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the way that different groups of people may use strategic voting and how the effectiveness will vary depending on the circumstances of the vote. It id also argued that instead of being seen as manipulative when used in the higher echelons of the political structure it can be seen ...

A 7 page paper presenting some of the views of Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Alexis de Tocqueville, Henry David Thoreau and Benjamin Franklin regarding the interconnection of personal virtue, political freedom and economic freedom. The conclusion from the readings is that political and economic freedom go hand in hand, and that personal virtue provides the necessary degree of ...

A 12 page overview of the electoral process and how it contrasts with the popular vote. Provides a historical background for the implementation of the electoral process pointing out that the process was never intended to reflect popular will. Contends that this process is superior because it protects the interests of smaller states ...

12 pages in length. The changing face of the United States throughout the industrial and post-industrial eras appears to have called into question some of the fundamental assumptions of traditional American liberal ideology. Clearly, one can readily surmise that such ideology has been transformed in response to the social and economic changes that ...

A 9 page paper which discusses how charismatic politicians are not necessarily needed in mobilizing popular political consent in our present day. The paper also discusses how Michael Foot was quite possibly a victim of the media in British politics and research. The texts used within the paper are "The Fall of the Public Man" by Richard Sennett, "Amusing ...

A 5 page paper that addresses the title question. The essay discusses the philosophy of the United States in its role of hegemon. The writer supports the argument in favor of the U.S. maintaining this role, even though not all Americans agree. Tutorial suggestions/explanations are included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper arguing that Gore should be declared the winner of Florida and therefore of the presiency of the United States. Supporters and opponents alike cite Gore's determination and competitive nature as being beneficial to America in today's business environment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page report discusses Robert E. Scott’s testimony to the U.S. House of Representatives’ Subcommittee on International Economic Policy and Trade (6/22/99). The primary focus of his testimony was the various causes and consequences of the continuing expansion of the U.S. trade deficit. His presentation was titled: “The U.S. Trade Deficit: Are We Trading Away Our Future?” No ...

This 17 page paper looks at the way that negative campaigning effects the democratic system, arguing that it is a destructive force. The paper starts out by examining what we mean by democracy and negative campaigning and then uses the Gore and Bush election campaigns of 2000 to illustrate negative campaigning techniques. Finally the paper ...

This 8 page paper looks at the role the CIA has played in areas such as Chile and Guatemala as well as in the cold war. The paper considers the cold war role emphasis and how this was evidenced by the actives, planned and unplanned as well as the use of technology. The bibliography cites ...