Essays and Research Papers on State & Local Politics

This 4 page paper reviews this agency plan to keep communications intact even during times of catastrophe. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8-page paper discusses the importance of communications and a communication plan when it comes to emergency management preparedness and response. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page overview of the problems associated with the rising tide of Haitian immigrants experienced in Dade County during the last decade of the twentieth century. The county is characterized by a number of internal problems which can be attributed to its cultural and racial makeup as well as to its extreme economic ...

In ten pages this paper presents a detailed analysis of the history, implementation, compliance, reforms, and other related issues associated with the federal law Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Eleven sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 21 page paper looks at a scenario where a local government is considering the introduction an IT strategy to encourage more citizen participation in local government. The paper is written in 4 parts. The first part fop the paper looks at three potential methods of enquiry that could be used to assess the proposed ...

A 6 page research paper investigating the book written as a follow-up report to the urban re-development project in Sacramento. A contrast is made between specific elements in the original plan vs. the follow-up report vs. residents' letters to the editor. Bibliography is included.

A 5 page perspective on a local smoking ban. Written from the perspective of a non-smoker, this paper presents the evidence that makes it clear that the ban is in the best interest of both non-smokers and smokers. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper describes the California governor's role in budgeting and education. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. The following critique of the concept of financing education in the state of Illinois takes into consideration the lens of equity and adequacy. Whether or not the concept will work and whether it can be passed considering the current political issues that might cause it to fail are taken into consideration. Bibliography lists 2 ...

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of local government. The history of local government structures is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper examining the constitutional and judicial structures of Texas and Wisconsin. In both states, it is the state legislature that carries the greatest overt power of the three branches of government. Governors fill managerial roles that require much public relations work. A primary role of the governor today is ...

A 3 page overview of California government. This paper delineates the various divisions and the responsibilities of each. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. Autocratic dictatorships were not what the country's founders had envisioned for America's people; creating a government that was for the people and by the people would promote both individual and political strength. The decision-making process was to be a combined effort of government officials and the people who elected ...

This 25 page paper argues that FEMA should not supply disaster relief funding to help in the rebuilding of New Orleans and that supplying such funding is unconstitutional and beyond the guidelines of the agency. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 4-page paper compares certain aspects of government between Illionis and Texas. Topics discussed include the constitutions of both states, the executive, judicial and legislative branches and political culture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper that reviews Klobuchar's book and describes the political elements that impacted the creation of the Metrodome in Minneapolis during the early 1980s. The writer demonstrates Klobuchar's concerns for public policy actions and public perceptions based upon the influences of wealthy business owners and politicians. It is argued that public policy is ...

6 pages comparing distributive, redistributive, and regulatory policy at the state government level. Specific examples of each are given including gun permit issues, public transportation, and welfare. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages. There are some distinct differences in the political structures of the state of Texas and Illinois as regards to state governments. Part of this is due to the demographics and population; for instance, Texas has a larger land mass and smaller density in population and at the same time is comprised of different ethnic groups in different ...

5 pages. There are some distinct differences in the political structures of the state of Texas and other states as regards to state governments. Part of this is due to the demographics and population; for instance, Texas has a larger land mass and smaller density in population than most states and at the same time is more than ...

This 20 page paper argues that it is the responsibility of the states, not the federal government, to provide funding as a response to natural disasters; it considers the situation in New Orleans in particular. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the measures taken by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) in planning for population growth over the next 20 years. This paper defines the central view of the association in terms of population growth and the fact that assessments have suggested that San Diego will ...

11 pages in length. Law - from conception to implementation - requires a long, complex process that is often sidetracked by any number of obstacles. To traverse the intricate weave of internal avenues a bill must travel in order to become a law is to appreciate the tremendous effort involved with establishing the ...

A 12 page paper that is comprised of five sections. The paper discuses the different types of structures for local governments. The writer discusses planning, zoning, variance and other issues, local leadership and governance is discussed as is environmental policy. Relations between state and local governments is also discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper giving examples of distributive, redistributive, and regulatory policy in state government. Specific issues examined include the possibility of privatizing health care, the tightening of a state budget, and government-mandated policy in higher education. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page observations of the many problems that can unfold in the face of natural disasters. This paper emphasizes that preplanning and coordination between all of the potential emergency relief players is a key element in emergency management. Bibliography lists 1 source.