Essays and Research Papers on Political Science Issues

This 6 page report discusses the fact that in the modern realm of celebrity adulation, the political operatives who work to define a candidate’s image and then molds his or her appeal are generally far more interested in the image that sells among voters rather than anything that can be truly viewed as “substantive.” Far too often, a politician’s ...

This 5 page paper provides a discussion on the system of checks and balances with a focus on the presidency. Examples of how the system works, as well as abuses, are provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer discusses George W. Bush's site as it relates to content appeal and persuasiveness. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper examines the theories of Kant, Marx, Hegel and Mitrany and finds similarities in their ideas. Concepts related to world peace and international relations are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

6 pages in length. Based on Bruce J. Schulman's book, this is a summarization as well as critique and evaluation on the arguments, evidence and conclusions in the book. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 35 page paper discussing the cost and management problems that have plagued the department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for several years, particularly as they relate to the possibility of privatization. One aspect of the possible privatization of HUD is that all involved need to turn their attention away from themselves and look instead in the ...

A 9 page literature review examining a blend of political scientists' research and more casual observations regarding how the media influences voter behavior on election day. Most work has been centered on the television medium, with far less attention given to radio and newspapers. What is absolutely certain is that the media do have an impact, though ...

This 5 page report discusses one of Machiavelli’s concepts as it applies to the conflict between the elites and the general populace of a society and how it creates a situation of opposition that can only result in one of three consequences in being ruled -- by a single man, through liberty, or anarchy. That opinion is then contrasted ...

5 pages in length. The writer discusses the reasons for Johnson's impeachment, the trial and the ultimate result. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the fact that the United States is always a target for international criticism. Despite criticism, regardless of what atrocity or what abuse that takes place throughout the world, the question is always asked “why doesn’t the United States do something!?” The United States has had to face the reality that it is the only true ...

Who will Win and Why?; This 6 page paper considers the election for president in the United States and predicts who will win by looking at a range of criteria, emphasis is placed on public perception as a result of media coverage. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing when outside forces should intervene. Nations are indeed sovereign entities, and they need to be regarded as such. When it becomes obvious that they are actively abusing the rights of their own citizens, however, then outside forces need to intervene. The decision may not be politically popular, but it is morally ...

A 13 page paper discussing The Persian Gulf War, or Operation Desert Storm. This war was one of the shortest US military operations in history, and also the least destructive in terms of lives lost. Many within the effort believed that the US should have not discontinued the war when it did, but the US was ...

This 10 page paper is based on a paper provided by the student in which Rob Koegel, Michael Lerner and William Ryan all put forward ideas about society,. This paper picks out some of those ideas and discusses them with reference the current social structure of the western world and the idea of social justice. ...

A 15 page paper examining the issue of outsourcing of public library services. Libraries have always outsourced specific duties, but now entire operations are being outsourced in some areas. In library services outsourcing, it appears to be more important for the government body to oversee as much of the transition process and subsequent operations as possible. ...

An 8 page discussion of the events leading up to and following the 1989 Cuban economic crisis and the associated U.S. role in this crisis. Emphasizes that the U.S. reaction to the Cuban economic crisis, consisting mostly of economic sanctions, has ranged from apathy to outright attack. While this reaction could be expected ...

This 10 page paper considers the impact of the city of Chicago's residency policy, which requires that officers live within the city limits of Chicago. This paper assesses the impacts of the policy on both officers and their families, and the implications for the community policing model. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 8 page paper explores a variety of theories inclusive of mercantilism, liberalism and Marxism and then goes on to explore trade agreements. NAFTA is used as an example and actual trade statistics are provided in the form of charts and graphs. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

10 pages in length. The race for U. S. Senate in Florida is heating up and is currently neck and neck between two candidates, Democrat Bill Nelson and Republican Bill McCollum. By looking at their weaknesses and strengths, their past work and their major issues, this paper will give the student a look at how each candidate adds ...

This six-page-paper presents a discussion on the use of Executive Privilege. The examples of Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton and Thomas Jefferson are all discussed. Bibliography lists five sources.

This 10 page paper looks at two works by authors who support totally different points of view. Free to Choose by Milton and Rose Friedman and Michael Parenti's Democracy for the Few are compared and contrasted. Concepts found in the works, such as social security and taxation are discussed in depth. No additional sources cited.

6 pages in length. Possibly one of the most potentially devastating tactics used in election campaigns today is that of negative campaigning against opponents. But did you know it started with the Declaration of Independence? This paper also uncovers the real reason behind negative campaigning: To deliberately cause voters to NOT go to the polls. This surprising ...

A 10 page contention that while the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis composed the first real threat to North American territory since the bombing of Pearl Harbor in World War II, the reaction of the two countries most threatened by this crisis was considerably different. The U.S. reaction was swift yet perhaps somewhat premature. ...

This 10 page report discusses the 2000 campaign for the presidency, focusing on George W. Bush and the ways that his style and messages have changed over the course of the political race. Both Vice President Al Gore and Governor George W. Bush made every effort to make their issues and their concerns appeal to as many people as possible. ...

A 5 page paper. This essay provides data regarding the appropriations made to the military since 1990 and the increases recently approved. The writer then presents an argument in support of increasing the budget for defense spending. Bibliography lists 5 sources.