Essays and Research Papers on Political Science Issues

A 5 page outline of the role of the legislative and executive branches of government in foreign policy. Emphasizes that it is most often the executive branch which takes the lead in foreign policy and indeed quite frequently the President himself. This method of operation has been termed the "presidential government model of leadership" Bibliography lists 4 sources.

The institution of a constitution allows for a system of interpretation of laws to govern the people under any government, outside of a system of tyranny. This 5 page paper argues that without a constitution, any system of government is likely to revert to anarchy and chaos. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page discussion of the intent and consequent decline in effect of the Constitution and the government of the United States. Discusses the intent of the framers of the Constitution and how this intent has been undermined by special interest groups, the media, and the general tendency to accomplish one's goals outside the ...

A 5 page overview of the changes experienced by the American city over time. Discusses the structural and political organization and the interrelationship of city government with regional, state and federal government. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the past and present of the Colombian drug war. The paper discusses what the Colombian government has done to fight the battle, as well as what the Colombian government is doing presently. The involvement of other countries in this battle is also discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. Privacy rights reside at the heart of what separates (neo)conservatives and (neo)liberals on the topic of child abuse. Given the fact that one side eschews virtually every attempt at government infiltration where personal choice is concerned and the other permits the inclusion of some government involvement in order to ...

In 12 pages the author discusses democracy and the theory that democratic governments are inherently disposed against war. "The greatest impetus for world peace is the spread of democracy democracies are more peaceful than any other kind of government, and the world is growing more democratic democracies are not only slow to anger but ...

This 7 page paper considers how recruitment for the US civil service has changed. The writer looks at the influences, such as the ‘reinvention’ of government, the need for increased accountability and government social policies as well as the legal requirements. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the problems currently confronting California. Emphasizing the problems of crime and drugs the author contends that some of these problems can be addressed by the California State government and some cannot. More often than not, in the most complex issues facing the state, a solution is likely to be ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the new rules created by the Government Accounting Standards Board in 1999. The paper looks at the rules' potential effectiveness in relaying a government's financial position to the public. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of the orphanage debate. The writer posits that although few would argue against removing children from abusive homes, few would agree with the Republican plan that the government should raise children living in loving, but impoverished homes. Issues discussed are orphan surveys, historical view of orphanages, and the role ...

A 3 page essay that discusses the political philosophy of John Locke as set forth in his Second Treatise of Government (1690). The writer focuses on Locke's position that governments derive sovereignty from the consent of the governed and that this consent can be withdrawn. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page overview of the book titled 'State and Local Politics' by Robert S. Lorch. The book is breifly discussed chapter by chapter with deatils here an there. The point is made that state governments are essential to ensure that the country runs smoothly for the needs of everyone cannot be met by the ...

This 10 page report discusses the French system of government in which the Prime Minister and the President represent different political affiliations. France is not unique among European nations in terms of the attitudes engendered by cohabitation. Concerns revolving around the ability of the government to effectively cooperate within its multiple agencies and departments should be carefully examined, as should resulting international ...

This is a 10 page paper discussing Canadian administrative reforms, concerns and improvements. The Canadian federal government reforms over the past fifty years have shifted a great deal in their initiatives, structures and priorities which have deeply impacted the reforms and initiatives of the provincial and municipal governments as well. The reforms in the 1960s ...

5 pages in length. Discussion of the book "Political Leadership in Jefferson’s Virginia" by Daniel P. Jordan. This paper explains the differences of political sentiment among the different political parties. As the book goes on to explain, the people resolve themselves naturally into two components; that of the authoritarian, which favors government ...

24 pages in length. According to the Government Accounting Standards Board, their proposed Statement 35 is a revision to Statement 34. This revision will amend Statement 34 to permit public colleges and universities, in separately issued financial statements, to use the guidance for special-purpose governments engaged only in business-type activities, engaged only in governmental activities, or engaged in both governmental ...

This 6 page report discusses the relationships that exist between the federal government and American cities. Arguments against federalism claim that it infringes upon the rights of the states and therefore the rights of the citizenry. Such arguments are misplaced since a strong central government does not mean the loss of freedom and property rights ...

A 6 page paper assessing some of the issues complicating creation of a federal department that can increase security in America without limiting the individual freedom and liberty on which the country was founded. All of the federal government has been long overdue for the same kinds of structural reorganization that has been occurring ...

This 10 page report discusses the possibility that fears about massive biological and chemical attacks against the United States are actually the result of media and government-inspired paranoia. The problem has been that the U.S. military, the country’s policy-makers and politicians, as well as the media have over-emphasized a threat that many (other) experts believe has been blown way out ...

5 pages in length. Much of Texas government falls under the heading of "bureaucracy," meaning that it is comprised of various state agencies, departments, bureaus, boards and commissions, each with its own particular functions, responsibilities, budget, staffing and leadership. Some are very well known, such as the Department of Public Safety, while others ...

This is a 3 page paper discussing the pros and cons of tax increases. Increases in income, payroll and property taxes usually meet with opposition when proposed by government officials. However, in many instances an increase in taxes can in the short and long term benefit those who pay them and those who rely on ...

A 5 page essay that examines two areas. The first section examines how the writer would set up the government for a new country, i.e. what models would be followed; how would it be structured, etc. The writer focuses on the establishment of a new government for Japan after WWII. The second section relates personal ...

This is a 4 page paper assessing the Northern Ireland conflict since the implementation of the Good Friday Agreement. Since the Good Friday Agreement was implemented in Northern Ireland in 1998, the British and Irish Governments have been assessing the events and improvements which have occurred since that time. In addition to constitutional and government ...

This 6 page report discusses how in the earliest days of the fledgling United States, the leaders of the country were clear on their intention to assure that the government they formed would be one with safeguards against the forms of tyranny they had known in their native England. The rules established by the Constitution were designed to carry out the ...