Essays and Research Papers on Political Theory

This 10 page report discusses the idea of “illiberal” democracy and how in nations throughout the world, democratic elections are held and then pointed to as examples of the democratization of the country. Such systems are those which claim to be democracies but are actually a hybrid in which political liberties exist but civil liberties are limited. The rule of the ...

A 5 page research paper/essay that, first of all, summarizes an article that is designed as an argument against Marxism. Then the writer discusses what exists in Marx to refute this criticism. Bibliography lists 2 sources. khmarwng.rtf

This 6 page paper provides an overview of some central quotes by Machiavelli, Hobbes and Karl Marx, and then relates these to their political philosophies and perspectives in general. The second part of this paper integrates a view of the political perspectives of these three philosophers, as well as Aristotle. Bibliography lists 4 ...

This 6 page report discusses three of the great contributors to intellectual reasoning and political thinking of all time. Their fundamental principles and points of view are discussed along with how those views apply to democratic rule. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper examines two essays, one by Flavio Risech and another by Robert Bellah in respect to multiple identity issues, nationalism and individualism. The opposite point of view of the authors' is supported, which is that nationalism is important and one cannot have an allegiance to two countries at once. ...

This 10 page paper deals with the basic philosophies of Karl Marx, including class struggle, the exploitation and alienation of the classes, defines bourgeois and proletariat, and provides modern and historical examples for why socialism failed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

6 pages in length. Plato's contributions to the contemporary political world are both grand and far-reaching; however, the manner by which he approached his own style of leadership has been considered significantly more totalitarian than democratic in nature. Indeed, the student who examines Plato's political stance as it relates to governing the masses, ...

A 6 page paper that addresses three issues: What is international relations theory? What are international relations? Does realism have any relevance in a globalized world? An emphasis is placed on the last two questions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. Samuel P. Huntington's The Clash of Civilizations is considered to be a romantic expression by critics, encouraging readers to conjure up huge armies divided by race, language and religion, moving forward across thousands of miles of battlefields, brandishing cross and cresent banners. The truth according to these critics, however, ...

A 5 page paper which examines Aristotle's "Politics" and illustrates what Aristotle sees as the foundations for the ideal Constitution. No additional sources cited.

A 4 page paper comparing the focus, tone and themes of Marx and Engel's Manifesto of the Communist Party and Ozment's The Burgermeister's Daughter. Marx is said to have lamented the failure of the "experiment" of communism shortly before his death, but the Manifesto of the Communist Party carries no hint of any uncertainty. ...

7 pages in length. authoritarianism is not but a passing tendency; rather, it influences a good portion of the population in differing capacities. No matter the level of authoritarianism, it is typically associated with undesirable personality syndrome in whatever measure it exists. The authoritarian personality is typically associated with a number of repulsive ...

This 5 page paper considers how radical individualism may be seen as a threat to modern democracy. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 5 page paper assessing a magazine article discussing the shift in political thought between America's two primary political parties. The author maintains that the Democrats and Republicans have changed places over the past 40 years, which can in large part be supported. The reasons that the author chooses in his arguments have ...

It is highly unlikely that the author of Gawain And The Green Knight meant to represent the process of nonviolence as proposed by Martin Luther King Jr. This 5 page paper asserts that the tale does, however, allow a representation of the six steps of nonviolence that King proposed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A seven page paper on the previous and current reforms in the British House of Lords, and the possible establishment of a Supreme Court in the United Kingdom. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper contrasts the ideas of these three political theorist looking at the similarities in the apparently simplistic ideas of Schumpeter and how they relate to Dahl and Tocqueville. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A five page paper which considers the social and cultural influences which affect political theorists and help to define their ideas. Bibliography lists 4 sources

This 7 page paper supports the thesis as stated by its title. Definitions of leadership are explored and different types of leadership are discussed. Many examples of charismatic leadership are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page essay that discusses the main themes in Giddens' book on the effects of globalization. The writer argues that Giddens' argument is persuasive and correct. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper provides a hypothetical situation where George W. Bush asks Machiavelli for advice. The advice comes in the form of a letter to the president. War is discussed along with other aspects of effective leadership. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A five page paper which looks at the way that Marx's concept of alienation is integrated into his social and economic philosophy in the Communist Manifesto. Bibliography lists 1 source

A five page paper which looks at the Data Protection Act in terms of its potential flaws, and suggest areas where it may require further interpretation or reform. Bibliography lists 7 sources

This 7 page paper focuses on E.F. Schumacher and his ideas about society. His concept of Buddhist Economics is explored and compared with Marxism. Other ideas from different authors are touched on and integrated in a discussion that turns towards the idea of a sustainable society as a solution for economic and spiritual problems. ...

5 pages. Author and talk show host Bill O'Reilly gives excerpts from some of his best interviews in his book The No Spin Zone. O'Reilly is known for his hard-hitting interviews and interesting guests. This paper explains what 'the no spin zone' is and why O'Reilly has become such an award-winning talk show ...