Essays and Research Papers on Presidential Studies

A 10 page paper discussing the value of honest Presidential communication with the people of the country. This President, after taking office under the very worst possible of political conditions, approached the American people with honesty and an admission of a period of indecision, but then concluded with the reminder for us that the ...

A 7 page biography of George Washington. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the presidency and life of George W. Bush. This paper is a factual account of the life and career of President Bush. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the autobiography of Theodore Roosevelt as it relates to its illumination of American history. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page biography of George Washington. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper provides a biographical view of president George W. Bush. This paper considers his political career and the influence on his current decision-making. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper that offers an overview of Teddy Roosevelt's life. Born to a wealthy family in 1858, Roosevelt himself was a sickly child and this began his quest for a better life for everyone. This paper provides an overview of the different stages in Roosevelt's life from his early political endeavors through his ...

This 10 page paper analyzes three different biographies on Abraham Lincoln. The biographies all present very different views of the man who was the 16th president of the United States, and in this way presents a very thorough and well-rounded analysis of a very complex man. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

10 pages in length. In comparatively discussing two separate biographies on Woodrow Wilson, one comes to realize that there are a significant number of characteristics and subtle nuances distinctive to each biographer. For the most part, Wilson's tenure in office is correspondingly accurate and to the point in both personal accounts, particularly with ...

A 5 page analysis of the Heckscher biography of the 28th president. This book thoroughly examines both the private and public persona of this intelligent and complex man. Heckscher's clear and insightful prose paints a portrait of a man who undoubtedly qualifies as being one of the most remarkable individuals in this nation's history. ...

A nine page paper looking at this pivotal figure in the anti-war movement of the 1960s. Using Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr.’s biography “Robert Kennedy and his Times,” the paper shows how the ethical crisis surrounding Kennedy’s strong opposition to the war in Vietnam proved a focal point in the last years of his life. No ...

A 10 page paper which discusses John F. Kennedy and the election of 1960. The paper provides a biography, a look at Kennedy's involvement in Congress and foreign affairs, and election information as it occurred in 1960. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 6 page report discusses VanDeMark’s 1991 book that tells about the decisions and actions that increased American involvement in the Vietnam war between 1964 and 1968. VanDeMark shows how Johnson’s advisors were undeniably “hawks” who were determined to increase U.S. involvement in the tiny Southeast Asian nation to “prevent” the communists from gaining any ...

A 5 page discussion of the political views of these three founding fathers. Suggests that a debate between Washington, in particular, and modern day political scientists would reveal many differences. Although admittedly our government has become considerably more complex over time, Washington would undoubtedly still hold to his viewpoints of limited government powers ...

This 5 page paper discusses psychological reasons for President Clinton's behaviors. Sexual compulsion, coercive use of power and denial of reality are the issues discussed. Also, a profile is drawn from the law enforcement system. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 8 page paper examines the presidential role in foreign affairs, particularly focusing on the impact that World War I had on the office itself. The thesis is that Woodrow Wilson's testing of limits during the war provided a breeding ground for change in the presidency. Several post war events are discussed, with an emphasis ...

This 3 page paper examines the power of both branches of government. Specific acts initiated by Congress since 9/11 are discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 15 page research paper that discusses the investigatory congressional committee head by Frank Church in the 1970s that examined intelligence agency abuses of power under the Nixon administration. This examination of the Church committee and its various reports considers to what extent the committee was influenced by the legacy of Watergate. Bibliography lists ...

This 3 page paper outlines the process of preparing the national budget. The author emphasizes that the President's power is largely limited in this process. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

9 pages analyzing ex-President George Bush's decision to enter the Persian Gulf Conflict. Focuses on his misuse of Presidential power. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses how religion effects the choosing of a president. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper examines the president's views on religion and why he incorporates religion into his speeches. Several examples are provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper which examines Abraham Lincoln’s acts against slavery. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page review of the article titled “Plan for Illegal Immigrant Workers Draws Fire From Two Sides” published in the January 8, 2004, authors Richard W. Stevenson and Steven Greenhouse detail the controversy surrounding President Bush’s plan to allow illegal immigrants temporary legal status. Judging from the uproar which erupted from Bush’s plan, ...

5 pages in length. Sex and scandal have existed synonymously throughout history, serving to extend and illuminate the study of past societies and cultures all the way back to ancient Greece. That the two work synergistically when paired – and not necessarily in a positive manner – speaks to the inherent connection between ...