Essays and Research Papers on Government

A 5 page research paper/essay that, first of all, examines the positions of Plato and John Locke regarding private property. Then the writer offers a personal opinion on this topic. Bibliography lists two sources.

14 pages in length. Analyzing and understanding the differences that exist among issues of policy reform requires one to accept the inherent discrepancies within the government. Clearly, the strength of interest groups, insider support and myriad other elements often add up to overwhelming support for or opposition to a given reform, rendering it either ...

This 8 page paper provides an overview of new technology and argues that this in part helps to justify war. The just war theory is discussed. Several areas of new technology are explored such as stealth technology, the Patriot Missile system and the advent of smart weapons. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

This 5 page paper considers the book of this title by Gary F. Monocrief, Peverill Squire and Malcolm E. Jewell The undertakes a book review and discusses the arguments put forward regarding the reason for weaknesses and lack of vitality in the state legislature system.

7 pages. The Farmers felt it was essential to establish their government with a written constitution so that they would never again be under tyrannical rule such as that from which they had escaped. There are both strengths and weaknesses inherent in the Constitution of the United States and this paper will give ...

5 pages in length. Freedom represents many things, not the least of which is the envy and hatred of those who do not have – or want others to have – the precious commodity for which Americans live and die. The recent terrorist attacks upon the World Trade Center and Pentagon reflect the ...

This 5 page paper considers the way in which a newspaper report explain events can be seen in terms of philosophical meaning. The position of Pakistan after the terrorist attack on the World Trade Centre is considered in a New York Times article, that draws attention to the role of personal and state responsibility. The ...

5 pages. The majorities in Congress are tenuous. Some political observers believe this environment of relative equality creates a unique opportunity for bipartisanship, while others feel that Congress remains gridlocked because of partisan fighting and incentives meant to posture rather than cooperate. An example of this is how the Democrats may not ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the various types of capitalism in the world. How the variations affect trade and international relations are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper takes a look at NAFTA's impact on this zone that had been created in 1965. The successes of the 1990s are highlighted but warnings are given that things will not continue forever. The potential economic problems are explored. Environmental issues are duly noted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the role of the individual. No additional sources are used.

A six page paper which looks at the diversity of views amongst the British public with regard to the campaign against international terrorism, and considers the fact that there is no consensus of opinion with reference to the effectiveness of overt military action against terrorism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page report discusses of the writing and philosophy of Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527) as it relates to modern leaders. Three contemporary figures are considered -- former President Bill Clinton, Prime Minister Tony Blair, and Osama bin Laden. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 6 page paper. What has happened in America since the attack on September 11, 2001? That is the focus of this paper. The writer discusses a variety of economic effects, such as unemployment. The effects on the stock market, tourist industry, and other industries and changes in foreign policy are also discussed. Bibliography lists ...

A 5 page paper. The attack on America on September 11, 2001 was not just an attack against this nation; it was an attack against democracy. The thesis is that these events constitute the greatest threat to democracy since World War II. The writer discusses the reasons for this premise. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10 page paper evaluates the political situations in the two countries. In accordance with a hypothetical situation, the U.S. has to make a choice for a new ally and it chooses Colombia. The paper explains why. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the status of refugees and the problems which are faced both by the refugee communities and the host countries in which they are temporarily resident. Bibliography lists 5 sources

This 8 page paper considers this book that looks at the passing of the 1990 Clean Air Act. The paper considers what we may expect, and what we find, is the reality of the passage of the bill. Factors discussed included increased partisanship, the role of knowledge, the use of closed doors and the influence ...

A 5 page discussion of two editorials from 1998, one calling for the impeachment of President William Clinton and one opposing this procedure. The writer discusses which of the two editorials presents the better case. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which presents a brief review of Karl Marx' "The Communist Manifesto." The paper also presents three strength and three weaknesses. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

A 10 page research paper/essay that examines the arguments that John Stuart Mill made in his famous essay "On Liberty." The writer offers a chapter by chapter overview and analysis of Mill's main arguments and points. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

16 pages in length. While popular in virtually every political circle, Samuel P. Huntington's The Clash of Civilizations is not supported by everyone who reads the author's sometimes-scathing and judgmental assertions of global cultural discord. The writer provides Islamic critiques of his thesis, as well as discusses various issues that relate to cultural ...

A twelve page paper which looks at the domestic and foreign policy issues surrounding the change in the monetary exchange standard in the 1960s, the part played by the IMF and the G-10 countries, and the possible rationale behind some of the policy decisions made by Lyndon Johnson at the time. Bibliography lists 7 sources

Liberalism is based on the interaction between human nature and social relations. This 6 page paper asks the question: Can liberalism guarantee freedom? And answers: Absolutely not. What it can do is to provide the least restrictive government or authority necessary to permit security without limiting rights or freedoms. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the various ways in which terrorism can be defined, and the difficulties inherent in arriving at a definition which can be applied in all situations, especially with regard to the use of violence in order to achieve political or ideological ends. Bibliography lists 5 sources