Essays and Research Papers on Political Science Issues

A 5 page overview of U.S. foreign policy as it has been applied to South Korea since the end of the Korean War. The author clarifies that much of this policy was implemented in response not just to South Korean concerns but to North Korean and Soviet Union concerns. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper looks at September 11, 2001 as well as terrorism in the Middle East. An explanation of types of terrorism in the Middle East as well as a look at media regarding the 911 attacks is provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper providing some biographical information on former president Bill Clinton and highlights of his administration. The paper discusses NAFTA, welfare reform and economic prosperity throughout the 1990s. The Clinton presidency was marred by personal indiscretion that caused Clinton to be only the second president ever to be impeached. He ...

This 3 page paper discusses the reasons pursuing a master's degree in public administration. The writer comments on the changes in public administration, the new demands of the public and some of the many skills the public administrator must have. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10 page paper examines the Democrats in recent years and how the Party can change to win in 2008. Many issues are explored and recommendations are made. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page book review that analyzes and summarizes Bob Altemeyer's The Authoritarian Specter (1996), which is a scholarly, highly-researched and very disturbing book that should be required reading for every American--or North American. Altemeyer's research--which is empirical in nature and detailed extensively in the text-- suggests that there is a tendency in human nature ...

A 3 page persuasive paper which discusses why the United States should continue to support Israel through money, military, and diplomacy. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page paper examines the tobacco tax in Connecticut as well as the surrounding states. Specific information is provided. The way in which the tax may have affected the budgetary problems is discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

5 pages in length. Exploring two ethical theories – categorical imperativism and ethical egoism – helps one to gain a significantly better understanding as to why the Bush Administration should immediately transfer all detainees captured in the "War on Terror" to civilian detention centers and afford them with all of the due process rights ...

A 5 page paper assessing the question, "Is a democracy more likely to flourish as a large or as a small republic?" Using the views of James Madison and John Stuart Mill, the paper concludes that the concept of "the greater good" is applicable to societies of any size, but it appears to be ...

11 pages in length. Given the unique responsibilities intrinsic to military leadership, it stands to reason how the notion of organizational culture – while still sharing common denominators in many areas of the business environment – means far more in the leadership sense due to sizeable aspect of national security. Bibliography lists 7 ...

A 6 page review of the developments that have occurred between World War I and today in regard to medical evacuation. Prompt treatment of our wounded troops has been facilitated by improvements in technology. The helicopter, in particular, has been of importance in this evolution. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper evaluates this topic with the use of Machiavelli's The Prince and Martin Luther King's Letter from a Birmingham Jail. Who is wiser? The paper supports King's ideas as more reasonable. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

4 pages in length. The extent to which a comprehensive approach toward the ever-present threat of terrorist activity is necessary is both grand and far-reaching; that the UN Security Council's actions against terrorism have proven legally questionable, however, speaks to the application of Resolution 1441 to justify 'all necessary means' and the notion of ...

This 7-page paper discusses the form a new Iraqi government should take; the importance of a solid middle class; terrorism; the role of foreign countries in rebuilding Iraq; and a recommendation that the US find an exit strategy immediately. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing some of the biometric security applications available to organizations. Ranging from avoiding time clock fraud to identifying terror suspects among war zone detainees, most current biometric applications rely on fingerprints to confirm individuals' identities. Some companies already have personal applications in place in Asia and expect to see ...

This 7-page paper discusses the future of NATO in terms of both the realism and liberalism theories of international relations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses the benefits and attributes of public-private partnerships. The three examples of such partnerships presented are inner city development, real estate development and jobs creation. The topic is tied to Miami-Dade County and the attempts to build PPPs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page comparison of the military strategy put into play by Caesar, Claudius and General George C. Marshall. incorporated architecture and infrastructural improvements as a critical component in their military strategies. A complimentary Roman Numeral outline is included. Bibliography lists sources.

A 6 page paper which examines the political views of Catherine the Great before and during her reign as Empress of Russia. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 20 page review of the economic problems that have confronted the Middle East since the mid-twentieth century. Concentrating on Jordan, United Arab Emirates, and Oman, the author analyzes the importance of trade agreements and economic diversification. Numerous statistics are provided. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 9 page paper reviewing the congressional testimony of Barbara Bovbjerg of the Government Accounting Office (GAO) in 2001 regarding Social Security's future, followed by review of Singapore's approach to the same problem. The paper recommends at least partial privatization of Social Security, using Singapore as a model. Bibliography lists 4 sources. ...

This 5 page paper begins with comments related to the need for an anti-ballistic missile program. The essay then outlines President George W. Bush's anti-ballistic missile defense program, including future capacities and technology. The writer also comments on the difference between the current program, President Reagan's SDI and President Bush's global protection program. Bibliography lists ...

This 8-page paper reviews Michael Klare's book "Resource Wars," a work which discusses what the author sees as the upcoming wars that will break out as resources grow scarce. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 20 page contention that our military actions in Iraq have been justified by the threat that Saddam Hussein presented not just to his own country but to the world. This paper substantiates just cause. Bibliography lists 15 sources.