Essays and Research Papers on Government

A 4 page review of four articles appearing in the New York Times between March 5 and April 7, 2003. Taken together, these articles indicate that North Korea’s interest in developing nuclear weapons may be very real, and for purposes of weapons rather than for gaining aid from other countries. Bibliography lists 4 ...

A 3 page research paper that examines the theories of neorealism and neoliberalism and then relates neorealism to the situation in North Korea with nuclear armament. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page overview of the novel by Erich Maria Remarque. The author reviews the historical stage and notes how Communism was an element of ever-increasing importance on that stage. No additional sources are listed.

This 3 page paper looks at the North American Free Trade Agreement after ten years of experience. It is suggested that the treaty has been a success. Future implications are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper analyzes this famous work and uses the current drug war as an example of the reduction of freedom in society. Some quotes from the original work are included. No additional sources cited.

A 4 page research paper that examines the plan for Middle East proposed by President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair that is referred to as "Roadmap to Peace." The writer discusses the plan's major steps and timetable, as well as likely objections that may come from Israelis and Palestinians. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 2.5 page paper discusses how the events and policies of the 1960s led to the Nixon Administration. The country was in turmoil – Vietnam, protests, riots, violence, liberal policies. Then, Nixon offered the people traditional values and order. This essay discusses these issues. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8 page paper discusses George Kennan and his containment policy which sparked off the Cold War between the US and the USSR. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 9 page paper that begins with a table illustrating the three measures of economic growth from 1950 to the mid-1990s. Issues and topics discussed include taxes as a proportion of GDP, both at the federal level and at the state and local level. The essay includes data that reflect a growing economy each time ...

This 3 page paper examines the way in which leaders were viewed by their contemporaries. George Washington, Jean-Paul Marat and Toussaint are discussed. No bibliography.

A 3 page paper that explains the origins of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), which was replaced by the World Trade Organization (WTO). GATT came from the original Bretton Woods system established after World War II. The writer comments on the success of GATT and WTO. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is an 8 page paper comparing two articles which discuss the “Medicare + Choice” program. Two articles pertaining to the “Medicare + Choice” program which was introduced in the Balance Budget Act (BBA) of 1997 assess the intentions, effectiveness and future prospects of the controversial program originally considered as risk-contracting. “As Good as it ...

This 3 page paper takes a look at globalization and how McDonald's has played a role in some of its detrimental effects. This essay looks at both sides of the issue. No sources.

This 9 page paper looks at the Bill of Rights with the exclusion of Amendments number 3,7 and 9. The other amendments are fully explored. The language of each amendment is quoted. Examples are provided and several cases are referenced. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

14 pages in length. Analyzing the pros and cons of any war requires one to understand the fundamental nature of coexistence upon a planet where far too many people believe it to be their inherent human rights to oppress and intimidate others. The situation with Iraq has most certainly been building in intensity ...

A 6 page paper which examines the political ethics and morals in Joe Klein’s novel “Primary Colors” and Edwin O’Connor’s novel “The Last Hurrah.” No additional sources cited.

A 10 page essay that consists of two 5 page papers that address separate topics pertaining to the EU foreign policy. The first essay discusses the significance of political and economic concerns in regards to EU foreign policy and the second discusses the effect of the end of the cold war. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 14 page paper. The United Nations invented the concept and practice of peacekeeping as a response to the political realities of the Cold War. The Charter does not specifically cover peacekeeping operations, therefore, the UN Security Council adopted principles for these kinds of activities, one of which is not to use force except for ...

This 4 page paper looks at the year 1919 when the U.S. had the opportunity to join the League of Nations. The pro and con arguments are considered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 14 page paper examines the possibilities of e-voting, its likelihood and the problems that it would create. Among some major problems is access, discrimination and security. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper gives an indepth review of Melvyn Leffler's book, The Specter of Communism. Quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 20-page paper discusses how public sector organizations are attempting to use private sector tools to better reach the public. The paper also discusses the effectiveness of such tools. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

6 pages in length. Many military improvements have been made over time in order to augment the strength – in both man and machine – to overtake the enemy in wartime. Examining the period between 1776 and 1918, one might readily argue how no greater impact was made to military prowess than with ...

A 10 page research paper that compares and contrasts the office of the US president and that of the British prime minister. This analysis of US presidential government as compared to Great Britain's parliamentary system reveals these differences, particularly in regards to the current US president, George W. Bush and the current British prime minister, ...

A 10 page discussion of the problem facing the U.S. in regard to how to deal with North Korea’s quest for unconventional weapons. While many contend that North Korea is acting within her rights as a sovereign country, the very real possibility exists that she intends to turn these weapons against the U.S. ...