Essays and Research Papers on State & Local Politics

A 25 page paper discussing the origins of inclusionary housing policy and zoning, and its application in California's largest cities. California cities appear to be taking the affordable housing issue much more seriously now than in the past. Though it would be desirable to have additional housing ready now, the market remains strong ...

This 8 page paper discusses various issues about unemployment, including what contributes to it, how the government responds to it, and suggestions for alleviating it. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses Calvinism as it relates to the above. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper takes as a given that affirmative action is a solid program that should be reinstated; the argument it pursues is how best to defend the support of affirmative action programs. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

In seven pages this expository essay examines the impact of illegal immigration on America, pointing out that despite its obvious drawbacks, there are also important benefits to consider regarding this issue as well. Four sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 5 page overview of one of the most recognized names from American politics. This paper reviews Thurmond’s career, focusing on his role in the 1976 presidential election. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper. The question is whether or not the government should pay for the infrastructure. The paper reports the condition of the infrastructure in the U.S. and how much it would cost to bring it up to standards. The writer reports and comments on the debate of who should pay for improvements ...

This 4 page paper discusses the problems facing older Americans with regard to housing, and suggests ways to help them. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the impact of raising the minimum wage. This paper suggests that doing so will not solve the problems of the poor, that more complex factors are at play in that equation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses two views of gun control. It provides information but does not take a stand. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page overview of Operation Tennessee Waltz. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the flooding by the Little Calumet River. Historical information is included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the Emergency Response Plan of the State of California. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the results of an online simulation of various budget choices for California. Next10.org provides an array of choices to allow the user to take the projected $27.6 billion deficit projected by 2013 to a surplus of $2.2 billion in the same year. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses the role of governmental/administrative agencies, and discusses what the courts' influences on these agencies might be. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Benjamin Franklin was a man known for his satire, as was Will Rogers. Both men found that they were appreciated for putting the political arena into a common man's perspective and, often, with their tongue in their cheek. This 5 page paper explores, briefly, the lives of these two great men, comparing and contrasting their special contributions to ...

This 3-page paper provides an analysis and overview of the state's CEMP, and compares it to FEMA's National Incident Management System (NIMS). Bibliography lists 2 sources.

In three pages this paper examines how Madison addresses this issue in “Federalist #10,” specifically how such majority tyranny can be contained, and how political freedom has been affected as a result. No additional sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 5-page paper answers the question as to whether a national tide will impact the mid-term 2010 Congressional Elections. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page research paper that a particular demographic aspect of California—population density—and how this factor affects land use and the future of California agriculture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page consideration of the benefits verses the risks of importing food. This paper emphasizes the importance of maintaining the capability of localized food production and outlines how small and large farmers alike are approaching this task. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the ways in which Cook County Illinois and Clark County Nevada are handling the foreclosure crisis. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 8 page paper traces Arizona from its preterritorial days to statehood and the creation of the constitution. A chart is included that delineates Arizona governmental branches and their responsibilities. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 8-page paper examines the emergency response plan for Dallas, TX. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of collective bargaining in the fire service. The value of arbitration is examined. Bibliography lists 1 source.