Essays and Research Papers on Political Theory

5 pages in length. Liberalism, the fundamental basis upon which American political thought was conceived, expects much from its constituents while at the same time giving little to those who do not embrace its philosophy. This, in fact, is what has been brought to task time and again about the vastness of its ...

This 4 page paper traces the evolution of the way our county regards the degree to which government can intermix with religion. Is there a wall of separation? Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10 page paper explains the three major industrial relations theories. it then discusses industrial relations under the Hawke, Keating, Howard and Rudd governments, mentioning some of the major policies, such as the Workplace Relations Act and the Forward with Fairness Act. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

The Prince is Niccolo Machiavelli's most famous work, however, the Discourses on the First Ten Books of Titus Livius provides an addendum to the principles set down in The Prince that illuminate and expand on his political philosophies. This 3 page paper argues that it is Machiavelli's most basic tenet that nothing renders a republic more firm and stable than ...

A 5 page essay that offers a book review and discussion of Harris's The End of Faith, Religion, Terror and the Future of Reason, which, first of all, examines the areas of the author's argument in which, Harris is shockingly frank, but undeniably correct, before addressing the point at which Harris strays into propositions ...

20 pages in length. Political structures of New York and Massachusetts are characterized by a very strong leadership tradition, inasmuch as they are very boss-oriented. Contrarily, the midwestern political structures are significantly more democratic. The issues that ultimately caused these differences were not merely political; in fact, religion and settlement had a ...

The subject is viewed through the eyes of Edmund Burke and Karl Marx in this 6 page paper. The ideas of these men are compared and contrasted. Subjects included in the discussion are religion, morality, man's work ethic, political ideology, communism, Hegelism and acceptance versus revolution. Examples in contemporary society are given to illustrate each ...

This 11 page paper identifies the common cause underlying acts of terrorism. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 10 page paper provides an overview of three theories that can be applied to the creation of a legal system for the island nation of Tagg. This paper reflects the importance of these theories in considering the best legal process for the country. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8 page paper traces terrorism to ancient times and includes acts like the Boston Tea Party as an act of terrorism. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 8 page paper discusses the motivating factors in each of these acts. The author emphasizes that the respective governments must be prepared to use whatever means possible of deterring terrorists before they act. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page discussion of how radical Islam shares certain similarities with historical conflict between groups. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper looks to history for understanding of terrorism as it exists in today’s world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 25 page paper looks at how Max Weber’s theories regarding bureaucracy, political domination and legal legitimacy and what these may indicate for modern democracy. The paper begins by describing Weber’s relevant theories and explaining what these mean. The theories are then tested against historical development and examined for flaws before the findings are used ...

This 4 page paper examines the USA Patriot Act and the fourth amendment. After the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, Americans were ready to give up some basic rights, but now people are questioning the act. Fourth amendment rights have been threatened historically. This paper brings all of these concepts into perspective. ...

A 3 page contention that the provisions of the Patriot Act step well beyond the rights afforded by the U.S. Constitution. The author of this paper questions whether it is fair to sentence a meth producer twelve years to life when under laws written to govern such criminals six months is the typical or to find ...

This is a 5 page paper on Machiavelli and his theory of the ideal leader. Niccolo Machiavelli was born in 1469 in Florence, Italy and was one of the more distinguished thinkers to come out of the Renaissance period and his work is still often used to describe political leaders to this day. Machiavelli was ...

A 15 page discussion of the problems migrants encounter in Australia. In theory the rule of law in Australia entitles all persons, regardless of their sex, race, or socioeconomic status, are entitled to fair legal process. In reality, the rule of law is inadequate in overcoming societal prejudice and the difficulties encountered in ...

A 5 page paper discussing ancient Greek democracy. In ancient Greece the idea of democracy was met with some resistance, but gradually the people came around to the idea. The various ideas, and particulars are included to give a fairly accurate view of how it developed, how it worked, what went into the creation of ...

This 7 page paper provides a critical review of the Greek city-state of Athens as it existed in the ancient world, with a concentration on Athenian democracy. This paper attempts to assess the pros and cons of Athenian democracy, especially as they apply to the status of women and slaves. Bibliography lists 6 ...

This 4 page paper examines Machiavelli's work and its applicability to Europe and the world. Examples are provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page contention that the more things change the more they stay the same in regard to American economics. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

An 8 page address of six specific questions regarding the modern history as it began in the seventeenth century, the offense-defense theory in political sciences, dynastic v nationalistic wars, technological impacts to twentieth century warfare, the evolution of airpower between WWI and WWII and Germanys mistakes in WWI and WWII. Bibliography lists sources.

A 16 page address to eight specific questions in American history and politics. Subjects range from immigration policies, minority representation and rights, distinctions between conservatives and liberals, the media and the public’s perception of war, American mobility, and the similarities of Barack Obama’s policies and those of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Bibliography lists 3 ...

This 4 page paper discusses different issues related to the European Union and the euro. It provides a history of the EU and the euro. The essay notes the intents of the agreements. The writer also comments on the possibility of a single currency in North America. Bibliography lists 6 sources.