Essays and Research Papers on Political Theory

This 4 page paper argues that citizenship and capitalism cannot co-exist. The definition of citizenship is explored in depth. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4 page paper considers behavioralism in political science and its’ contribution to political science. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 3 page paper evaluates the views of Marx and Tocqueville. Premises in each of the theories are discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.

3 pages in length. Reinventing the 'old' concept of institutionalism might be looked upon as trying to reconstruct the wheel: its design warrants no improvement. With such tremendous thinkers as Kant, Durkheim and Weber – among others – espousing the fundamental properties of institutionalism more than two centuries ago, one must wonder if ...

A 4 page outline of the differences which exist between a republic and a true democracy. The author calls the reader’s attention to the fact that, despite common perception, what is actually in play in the U.S. is a representative democracy, a system once more commonly termed a republic. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper examines these three types of economic systems. Examples are provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper examines Machiavelli's The Prince and evaluates whether or not his interests are selfish or altruistic. The paper supports the latter assumption. No additional sources cited.

This 4 page paper provides support for the war against terrorism with the use of the "just war" hypothesis. The theory is explored in depth and an argument is made in support of President Bush's decisions. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 4 page paper evaluates various theorists and their ideas about leadership, inclusive of Machiavelli. Positions are explored. Trust is viewed as an important factor. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper may be used as a section in a larger paper, or as a short paper by itself. It provides an overview of effective leadership and discerns the difference between good and effective leaders. Many examples are provided and the concepts are defined. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of this book and includes a discussion on its premises. American conformity is discussed in depth. No additional sources cited.

This 20 page paper compares and contrasts the political systems of these two very different nations. Culture is seen as relevant in the creation of the systems. History is provided for each of the nations and a comparison is made. The observations of Fukuyama, Putnam and Tocqueville are duly noted. Bibliography lists ...

This 7 page paper delves into the pages of this book and evaluates the former New York City mayor's ideas about management and leadership. Quotes from the book are included. No additional sources cited.

This 30 page paper gives an indepth overview of the issues facing the Southeast Asian people in the area of small arms proliferation. Seven of the prevalent relief agencies are profiled. Three case studies offered, seven peer reviewed articles analzyed, and an evaluation of strenths and weaknesses of the various programs.

This 3 page paper uses the events of September 11th as a springboard for discussion in respect to global stratification. Dependency theory is compared to the functionalist model. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6-page paper is a critical review of Deborah Stone's book "Policy Paradox: The Art of Political Decision-Making." In this paper, the Medicare Drug Act is compared to Stone's policy making/political theories.

This 10 page paper discusses the similarities between the United States and the United Kingdom legislative branches of government. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page overview of the manner in which ethnicity expresses itself in nationalistic expression across the world. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 8 page paper presents an overview of this political philosophy. Aspects of conservatism and liberalism are discussed as well as the views of the Republican and Democratic parties. A discussion on the legalization of drugs is included. International politics is discussed as well. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page overview of the differences which existed between these political approaches. The author provides a general overview of absolutism verses totalitarianism then provides a more in-depth view of the two systems in France and the former USSR. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 6 page paper compares and contrasts both volumes of Alex de Tocqueville's Democracy in America. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper which examines the significance and relevance of the ideas of Antonio Gramsci. Bibliography lists 4 sources

A 6 page paper which examines to what extent realism is successful at explaining the incidence of international terrorism. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 12 page paper examines the United States government in practice and how the structure affects the making of policy. Several sections shed light on different subjects. Topics include group norms, experience and expertise of the actors, the position of the branch, and the perspectives of the institution as a whole. Specific ...

A 6 page paper assessing the statement that the United States does not fit either the Participatory, the Liberal-Representative or the Pluralist models of democracy. The paper discusses each to conclude that America’s democracy is closest to the pluralist model, in which there are more than one or two types of ultimate reality. ...