Essays and Research Papers on Government

Beginning the discussion with the large scale Vietnamese immigration that occurred in California after the fall of Saigon, this 14 page paper illustrates the contention that Camp Pendleton's Tent City is credited with reshaping Southern California’s Asian population. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses some of the women who have been politically active throughout American history. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10-page paper discusses racism in the White House throughout the history of the Presidency. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper looks to history for understanding of terrorism as it exists in today’s world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses different issues related to the European Union and the euro. It provides a history of the EU and the euro. The essay notes the intents of the agreements. The writer also comments on the possibility of a single currency in North America. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This is a 7 page paper that provides an overview of the Euro. A macroeconomic analysis is carried out. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 9 page paper provides an overview of this governmental agency, including its history as well as some history on drug use and abuse in the United States. Specificities including much of the departments mission statement and functions are provided. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

In 5 pages the author discusses Thomas Jefferson and his presidency. When looking back over the history of the United States, one person truly stands out as a leader among men. That person is Thomas Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson stands as the immortal symbol for freedom and equality throughout history. Real democracy ...

This 10 page report discusses the concept of the nation-state as it has existed throughout history and as it currently exists. The concept of the nation state is one that has been existence in human history for, literally, millennia. At the dawn of the 21st century, there are historians, social scientists, and political theorists who would argue that the concept of ...

This 10 page paper looks at the history of the New York City transportation system, its workers, and most prominently its unions. The history of the TWU is explored in depth. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

In nine pages this paper examines the foreign policy of isolation the United States has embraced throughout most of its history. Six sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 10 page discussion of the history of political parties in American government. Trading their history from the ideologies which prevailed during the construction of the Constitution itself, the author emphasizes that although we have essentially settled on a two party system, this scenario has been relatively frequently challenged. Never-the-less, there are numerous ...

This 5 page paper views contemporary politics in NYC through the lens of history. The history of politics of New York, with an emphasis on Tammany Hall is presented. Machine politics is discussed. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 7 page contention that the U.S.’s role as a global policing entity has evolved considerably since our earliest history. Although even during the earliest years of our history some viewed our role as integrally connected with the peace and welfare of the entire world, we did not truly begin to fulfill that function ...

A 6 page paper essay traces the history of the recent gubernatorial recall election. It looks at the history of recalls and recall attempts of elected officials, including the legal foundation for such actions in the state of California. The essay then provides a historical overview of the most recent recall election, including who started ...

An 11 page paper that begins by reporting the current government does not really have an economic policy. The essay then reports the history, demographics and type of government, economic history from slavery forward, and a discussion of oil and its effects on politics, the economy and the people. The essay ends with a brief ...

A 6 page research paper that discusses the problems, history and failings of the US Social Security system. Examination of the history of Social Security shows that this faltering system has never worked as in the manner that the Americans were taught to expect. There have been massive problems and misconceptions about Social Security since ...

A 6 page discussion of the historical background for the quest for peace in the Middle East which has been the focus of world attention for generations. This paper asserts that from a Palestinian perspective this goal is simply unobtainable. Indeed, the impracticality of peace in the Middle East is demonstrated over and ...

A 5 page paper supporting Al Gore for the National Presidential Election. Contends that this election could quite possibly be the most important election in the history of the Nation. This is true in regard to a number of issues, the most obvious of which are the environment, gun control, the rights of ...

8 pages in length. The immigration and assimilation of Asians, Latinos, and African Americans has a history of controversy. Each group has been the subject of harrassment and exteme prejudice. One of the most blatant forms of harassment was the internment of Japanese during World War II. Unlide Latinos and Asians, Africans did not come ...

5 pages. What are the bioethical issues of Anthrax? This paper explains why the world is in a panic about Anthrax as a weapon of bioterrorism. The history of bioterrorism did not start with Anthrax, however; surprisingly enough bioterrorism was being used as early as the 6th century B.C. This interesting ...

A 22 page paper. Every time the presidential election is close, there is a movement to eliminate the Electoral College. The 2000 presidential election brought another wave of criticism and calls to abolish this election process. Would that be a good idea? Would plurality elections, one person, one vote, be more democratic? This essay explains ...

A 7 page paper discussing the current state of international affairs in Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan is an old culture but a relatively young nation. Gaining independence first in the early years of the 20th century, it was a member of the Soviet Union for the duration of that nation’s history. Azerbaijan has struggled ...

This is an 8 page paper that looks at the Social Security system; it's history, benefits and problems. Many believe that there will not be funds available to continue providing benefits beyond the first quarter of the next century. This paper looks at some of the reasons this has come about and delineates strategies as ...

This 10 page research paper examines the federally-established program known as WIC (Women, Infants and Children). Specifically discussed is the agency's history, current available information on program eligibility and benefits, its goal and program objectives, standards and criteria, services, and some suggestions on how the WIC program could be more effective. Bibliography lists 7 ...