Essays and Research Papers on Political Science Issues

This 7 page paper examines the New Imperialism in terms of its causes, events, and consequences. This paper presents arguments regarding the New Imperialism from Lenin, Hayes, Ferry amd Kipling among others. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 12 page overview of the impact of our current world fight against terrorism as it applies to world economy. This paper reviews the impacts this fight has had on American economy in comparison with other regions of the world. The contention is presented that despite the criticism our current war on terrorism has elicited ...

An 8 page paper which examines how these groups, promote their respective causes, lobbying efforts, and considers whether or not these groups ever compete with each other and discusses if any of the groups represent their interests at the expense of the general public. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 12 page overview of the implications of the report released in July 2004 by the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks. This paper reviews the reports recommendation that a National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) and director be created to consolidate the fragmented approach that is currently in place in regard to counterterrorism efforts. Bibliography lists 9 ...

This 4 page paper looks at Machiavelli's work The Prince to evaluate the role of Italian Princes. Several quotes are included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 15 page paper which examines the black identity and representation of the 1939 film with the nationalism sentiments expressed in the 1991 text. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page overview of the varying viewpoints surrounding violence in video games. There are groups that oppose this violence and those that support the right of video producers and those that play these games to free expression. What results is special interest groups, each of which clamors for the attention of our ...

A 4 page tutorial look at how one would convince an anarchist that anarchy was harmful and that rules are necessary to protect people. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper examines Ghana's relationship with the United Nations. Much about UN programs is discussed as well as Ghana's state of affairs. A great deal of specific data about Ghana is relayed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper examines the work of Ivo Daalder and Michael O'Hanlon who interpret the events in Kosovo from a political perspective. The thesis of this essay is that NATO's Kosovo strategy was only marginally effective for a plethora of reasons which are explained within the text of this paper. Bibliography lists ...

A paper which considers the extent to which privatisation in the UK has succeeded in Thatcher's aim of "rolling back the state", with specific reference to BR and the Post Office, and also looks at the problems inherent in regulating privatised industries. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page outline addressing Social Security reform and recommending that the United States follow the Singapore example. Singapore has the highest personal savings rate in the world, thanks in large part to its Provident Fund. Singapore citizens contribute mandatory savings funds to three accounts, one of which they control. US politicians ...

A 4 page discussion of the manner in which California voting districts are configured. The author contends that although the incumbent representatives of the various districts may seem extreme under some interpretations, that is to be expected given the voting base of their particular district. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page research paper that discusses a Section 218 State agreement under the auspices of the Social Security Act as these requirements apply to the State of New Jersey. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines whether or not human rights can truly serve as a means of legitimizing the modern state, referencing the work of Jurgen Habermas. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page summary of the article “Dictatorship, Democracy, and Development by Mancur Olsen. No additional sources cited.

A 7 page examination of Affirmative Action. The author defines Affirmative Action and explores some of its results. The intent of Affirmative Action, of course, is to level the playing field in terms of women and minorities. It has been at least partially successful in making this accomplishment. Some, however, contend that ...

A 10 page research paper that investigates the topic of spatial analysis specifically in regards to the uses of this technology in determining spatial patterns of insurgent threat incidents. The research suggests that spatial analysis has the ability to predict change in insurgent activity over time and that this technology can be used as a ...

A 4 page "memo" written to a Senator encouraging her support of prescriptive authority for pharmacists. The author outlines the advantages this authority would have in terms of improving health care. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page overview of the underlying causes of these two conflicts. Speculations are presented as to why U.S. students could be largely unaware of these conflicts even in the presence of significant media coverage and observations made as to the long term implications of the conflicts.

This 3 page paper looks at different groups (Jews, Muslims, Christians) and their reaction to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Reaction from around the world is also discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7-page paper examines Sydnor's American Revolutionaries in the Making: Political Practices in Washington’s Virginia, examines the theories behind democracy and aristoracy, and discusses if Virginia's political systems from the 18th and 19th centuries would work in today's political system.

This 3 page paper examines the history and requirements of this organization. A bit about the rigors of training is included. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the election that occurred in 2000 between Bush and Gore. What happened in Florida, and why fewer black votes were counted, is examined. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which analyses Todorov's "New World Disorder" with specific reference to the American invasion of Iraq and PNAC's strategic policies for American world domination. Bibliography lists 3 sources.