Essays and Research Papers on Political Theory

This 6 page paper focuses on the architectural analogy as used by the two theorists. Examples from each theorist are provided. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the "American Taliban," John Walker Lindh and his motivation for joining the Taliban, and the case against him. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper considers Huntington's theory and takes as its thesis that the September 11 attack is not a good example of Huntington's thinking. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page exploration of the question of whether or not a revision of the NLRA would result in a resuscitation of private unionism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the work of Clausewitz through the eyes of Harry Summers. The Tet Offensive is used as an example. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 9 page examination of the problems inherent in effecting a unified world effort against terrorism. This paper emphasizes that the first obstacle that must be overcome is defining terrorism to the satisfaction of the world entities that are looked at to regulate it. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 13 page examination of the problems inherent in effecting a unified world effort against terrorism. This paper emphasizes that the first obstacle that must be overcome is defining terrorism to the satisfaction of the world entities that are looked at to regulate it. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

This 8 page paper analyzes terrorism, including its typology, ideology and strategy, and gives examples of terrorism throughout history, including the Jacobins and the Reign of Terror, Carlo Pisacane and the Narodnaya. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 9 page discussion of the need for a national identification system. This paper reviews the controversy surrounding the identification system and emphasizes that somehow privacy rights of individuals must be balanced with the very definite need for improved national security. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses what John Locke’s reaction might be to today’s society; would he support capital punishment or not? The paper argues that he might at first, but further study of today’s society could lead him to reverse his support. Bibliography lists 1 source

A 3 page discussion of how to prepare developing countries to deal with the impacts of global warming. This paper contends that those most responsible for the pollution contributing to global warming provide aid to those countries in need. The point is made, however, that foreign aid is only one potential approach. ...

A 4 page discussion of the varying foci that represent world preparation for terrorism. Each nation has developed its own approach in this task but all of these approaches share certain similarities. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper explores definitions and ideas about nationalism. Germany and Italy are used as examples. It is argued that nationalism is helpful in unification. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper on patriotism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper lists the classic tests for a just war then discusses those tests in regard to several international issues. An emphasis is made that issues must be evaluated within context and that the stamping out of evil and the promotion of good is of paramount concern. The problem that consistently ...

A 3 page review of the changes that have occurred since the Age of Reaction and the time of Edmund Burke and Joseph de Maistre. This paper responds to the question of whether conservatism is a philosophy of its own or simply an opposition to liberalism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines whether or not ideologies are still alive in the United States. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 6 page discussion of the changes that have occurred since 9-11 in the U.S. and Spain in regard to terrorism. The contention is presented that the most eminent threat of terrorism that we are facing in the U.S. results more from our own counterterrorism activities than it does from the terrorists themselves. ...

This 3 page paper examines this American organization. Historical information is provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page assessment of Dan Brown's novel as it applies to American politics. This paper provides an overview of the plot and details how it parallels to many issues currently being confronted in the U.S. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page review of the 4 sources.theories of Fareed Zakaria and Heinz Klug. This paper relies on examples from around the world but places a particular emphasis on South Africa. Bibliography lists

This 8 page paper discusses the practice of racial profiling as it relates to minorities, and concludes that racial profiling is actually a form of racial discrimination. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page review of the premises underlying democracy. This paper emphasizes the features of deliberative democracy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page paper reviews Glenn Tinder’s book Political Thinking: The Perennial Questions, considering the contents, the main messages and whether this is a stimulating and engaging book on political thought. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 3 page paper examines several theories of international relations, including constructivism and neorealism, and how they relate to one another. Bibliography lists 5 sources.