Essays and Research Papers on Political Science Issues

This 11 page report discusses the Korean War and three specific political theories of balance -- power, realism, and geopolitical. The war itself is describes as are each of the political theories of balance. For more than four decades, historians and political scientists have been involved in a number of disputes regarding the Korean war, unable ...

David Harvey deals with modernity in terms of the post-modern world in his book, The Condition Of Postmodernity. Ferdinand Tonnies, the sociologist, bases his exploration of the modern world in terms of the urbanization or 'community' versus 'technology' in his explanation of Gemeinschaft And Gesellschaft. The movie, Metropolis, is interesting in it's portrayal of the 'future' inasmuch as it ...

This 10 page paper considers the revolution in military affairs. The use of new technology in warfare is controversial and is used at all levels. This paper considers the ways in which it is used and the associated advantages and disadvantages. The use of technology in the Gulf sand in Kosovo are considered along with ...

This 5 page report discusses the experiences of Haitians that have immigrated to the United States. The struggles faced by immigrants has always been one requiring a great deal of personal determination in the midst of hardship, whether it was the Irish and Italians at the start of the 20th century or the Central Americans and Haitians in the last decades ...

This five-page-paper presents a discussion on the meaning of freedom and liberty as depicted by Gordon Woods, " Radicalism of the American Revolution," and the federalist paper by James Madison. It opens with a description of each paper and the underlying meaning of the authors words when it cam e to the concept of freedom and liberty. It moves ...

This 8 page report discusses the title question and the various frameworks of international treaties. Certainly all such agreements require some measure of compromise to harmonize the diverse legal structures of member nations. International agreements often incorporate clauses that delegate implementation authority to domestic agencies and bypass national legislatures. A balance between accountability and executive discretion must be found and both independent ...

A 7 page paper which discusses various aspects of the abortion pill RU-486. The paper presents a first person speech, coming from a proposed future president, which argues that Congress and the Senate must approve the use of RU-486. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 15 page paper that argues the point that the policies and practices adopted by the Polk Administration in regard to the Mexican-American War were morally unethical and have resulted in strained relations between the countries of the United States and Mexico that can still be felt today. Discussed are the tactics employed by ...

This 6 page paper looks at the effect that national identity has had on devolution in Scotland. The formation of a parliament is Scotland has been the breakthrough which many nationalists had hoped for, yet it may be in this that the continued cry for a separate national identify stops. The paper looks at the ...

This 5 page paper focuses on The Prince by Nicolo Machiavelli and discusses leadership qualities. Contemporary examples are provided. No additional sources cited.

10 pages. Presents an argument in favor of an Internet sales tax. Includes one graph. Discussion includes options on how to base the sales tax rate, who should collect it and what some repercussions might be. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

3 pages. Describes how a bill moves through Congress, the path it takes and how it is handled at each point along the way. Also describes the role of the people in electing members of Congress. This is a great, easily understood explanation of the workings of both the House and the ...

This 5 page paper considers a comparative view of two public areas, the USS Constitution and The Boston Public Garden. This paper provides an overview of the basic structures and an immediate view of those using the area.

This 6 page report discusses the positive aspects of and an argument for the privatization of the Social Security system of the United States. Issues such as personal investment control, better financial return, and the success of privatization of social security programs in other nations are discussed. The writer strongly supports privatization and notes the political and economic benefits of the ...

A 5 page background of the Elian Gonzalez case, the six year old Cuban refugee whose mother died on the boat journey to political asylum in the U.S. Elian has become an object of contention as to whether he should be allowed to remain in the U.S. or returned to Cuba. Presents the argument ...

This 5 page paper explores the change in attitude to emanate after the cold war. Some information about the cold war is provided as well as details on relatively recent UN missions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the way in which democracy operates in America. The way the voice of the people is represented and possible alternatives of a more democratic electoral system are also discussed. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 7 page report discusses a number of the issues that exist in the context of gultureal relations between the United States and Brazil. Culture is an intrinsic part of the life and awareness -- conscious and unconscious -- of individuals, communities, and nations. Therefore, if two nations can experience and better understand one another’s cultural realities, it provides a smoother path ...

This 5 page report briefly discusses the numerous issues associated with campaign financing in the 2000 presidential campaign. Both Vice President Al Gore and Governor George W. Bush can be expected to spend record amounts on their efforts to win the November election. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5 page report discusses Machiavelli’s “The Prince” and illustrates the ways in which a leader follows the precepts of what Machiavelli believes to be a good and political life as a leader. The theory of human behavior and politics that Machiavelli presents, which even if not acceptable by the prevailing morality of the time or even of the modern world, ...

This 12 page paper supports the argument that the United States should continue to trade with China and grant the nation MFN status. Both sides of the argument are provided. Politician's views are duly noted. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the relationship between the media and terrorism and how terrorists are affected by reporting. The way in which terrorists use media for their own advantage is discussed. Several well known events are highlighted, including Waco and the bombing in Oklahoma City. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper contends that geoeconomics has replaced geostrategy, at least ideologically. The cold war is seen as a precursor to the modern world order where indeed geoeconomics is at the forefront. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

8 pages in length. The writer discusses how pertinent an influence public opinion is on the approval rating of public officials, addressing such issues as the media and opinion polls. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page discussion of communism. Contrasts the predominant political views of the United States with those of Karl Marx in the 'Communist Manifesto'. Presents the view that the premises of communism were set up to ensure the good of the people. Notes that while those premises have inarguably changed over time to become ...