Essays and Research Papers on Presidential Studies

This 5 page paper examines the elections of 1920, 1940 and 1960 along with the international pressures that surrounded them. Specifics of the campaigns are relayed in this informative overview. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper examines elections between 1920 and 2000. The significance of choosing a president from a particular state is discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper examines these three elections and contends that the candidates themselves were underdogs at first, but then went on to be very popular. Other themes are explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 6 page discussion of the manner in which the media has dealt with the Bush administration's failure to produce weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. Comparing the media's handling of the initial Persian Gulf War with the current war in Iraq, the author contends that the media dislikes George W. Bush and is ...

This 4-page paper describes the personality of Democratic presumptive nominee (2004 election) John Kerry, where his personality would fit in on Barber's scale, and the implications of this for a Kerry presidency. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at this topic by examining not only theory but actual presidencies. Several examples are provided and an emphasis is placed on George W. Bush. Various presidents are discussed in terms of other success in legislative functions. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at nominations to the federal judiciary. Political aspects are highlighted. Examples are provided. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3-page paper focuses on the relationship between Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings, and questions if the relationship was of forced sex or love. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 18 page research paper that examines the question of whether or not Senator Richard B. Russell of Georgia, as Lyndon Johnson's mentor while LBJ was in the Senate had a significant influence over Johnson's handling of the Vietnam War. The writer argues that, in some ways, Russell was quite influential. However, examination of ...

This 5 page paper examines Ronald Reagan and Richard Nixon's presidencies. Their policies are compared and contrasted. Their legacies are explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines the Corrupt Bargain of 1824. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper explores the many conspiracy theories associated with the assasination of this past-president. This paper gives a summary of the most popular theories and provides detailed analysis of their strengths and weaknesses. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the life of America’s 43rd President, including his birthplace, education, schooling, family, early political life, his election and presidency, his future plans and whether he was a good choice. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page review of the Oliver Stone movie starring Anthony Hopkins, Joan Allen, Powers Boothe, James Woods and J.T. Walsh. The reviewer contends that, as unfortunately the case in this movie, Nixon is most often remembered for his weaknesses more so than for his accomplishments. Never-the-less, while it is the more questionable ...

This 10 page paper examines images of America, and vision, form the point of view of William Jefferson Clinton. Several of his speeches are examined as well as his life, to come to his position on what America is, or should be. His ideas are discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 4 sources. ...

A 3 page paper discussing the other side of FDR’s presidency. FDR’s administration was no more successful in ending the Great Depression than Herbert Hoover’s administration had been. It was World War II that put an end to the Depression, rather than any specific actions of FDR. His zeal to see the ...

A 5 page analysis of James McPherson’s work “Abraham Lincoln and the Second American Revolution.” No additional sources cited.

A 4 page paper discussing the economic effects of four past presidential administrations. Several of our 20th century presidents have had lasting and significant influence over the current economic structure and position of the country. Four of those are Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton, all of whom this ...

This 4 page paper looks at the role of the first lady throughout the time period. Each and every first lady to serve between F.D.R. and the sitting president Bush is examined. How their roles differ, but stay the same, is discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 17 page paper examines how presidential administrations have treated war over the decades. Various presidents are discussed in depth including President G. W. Bush, W.J. Clinton, F.D. Roosevelt and L.B. Johnson. The role of Congress is discussed. Many ideas pertinent to politics and the way in which presidents behave in times of ...

4 pages in length. William Howard Taft may have been credited with the early approach to progressive ideology, however, his predecessor Theodore Roosevelt was not happy with the way Taft was dragging his feet to enact change. Woodrow Wilson, on the other hand, reneged on his 1917 campaign promise to maintain peace within ...

This 3 page paper looks at this 2002 publication by Maryanne Borrelli. Gender as it plays out in politics is discussed. The book is used as a springboard for discussion. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 30-page paper analyzes economic trends under three U.S. presidents: George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. Topics discussed include unemployment, stock market, earnings and interest rates. Also discussed are racial disparities in terms of unemployment and wages. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5-page paper discusses adult and children behavior, focusing mainly on how children learn by mimicing adults. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3-page paper compares and contrasts the two presidencies of George H.W. Bush (1988-1992) and his son, George W. Bush (2000-?). Issues discussed include the economy, Gulf Wars and public perception of both men. Bibliography lists 2 sources.