Essays and Research Papers on U.S. International Relations

This 10 page paper discusses the violence in Haiti and what can be done about it, with specific reference to the airport, seaports, police department and Department of Homeland Security. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page paper examines the politics/ administration dichotomy--the thinking that the people who make the policy and those who carry it out are entirely separate from one another, and that this separation is both desirable and necessary—and applies it to the current war in Iraq. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 12 page paper examines Unifil. Problems are highlighted. The UN is discussed inclusive of funding issues. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

This 1 page paper examines U.S. foreign policy. Did it contribute to the terror attacks? Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper looks at the effects of 9/11. Causes are examined as well. U.S. policy is discussed as a contributing factor. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 8 page research paper that analyzes the remarks of Robert McNamara from an ethical perspective. The writer argues that the explanation for how leadership can go "terribly wrong" may be located not in errors in military tactics but rather in the ethical foundations that rationalize those tactics. This examination of leadership ethics draws ...

A 3 page paper which argues that the war in Iraq is unjust. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page discussion of the impact of globalization on developing countries. The author explores both the positive views of globalization and the negative views. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5 page paper argues that American jobs deserve to be protected. NAFTA is discussed along with the problem of illegal aliens. Various industries are discussed but the steel industry is highlighted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper examines IR theories and compares liberalism and realism. Realism is supported and several theorists are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the Vietnam War with the use of primary and secondary sources. Escalation is the focus of the inquiry. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 13 page paper discusses various aspects of Mexican immigration situation, its impact on the U.S., the American response and effectiveness of its policies. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 6 page research paper that discusses the fact that terrorism has had multiple effects on international relations. It has brought nations together to form international cooperation strategies, but this issue has also caused the United States to rationalize actions that have served to alienate much of the world. This examination of international relations as ...

This 3 page paper uses Thoreau's comments in Chapter 6 of "Walden" to discuss the war in Iraq. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 11 page overview of the factors that are important in maintaining our status as a world power. The author suggests that we must correct the growing separation between rich and poor, reestablish respect for our government, and strive to become one united America verses a country that is separated by concepts such as ...

6 pages in length. Trade agreements are implemented in order to enhance a given country's social and economic components in relation to the importing and exporting of goods and services to other nations. As straightforward as this concept may be, most – if not all – trade agreements are fraught with serious problems ...

This 10 page paper discusses trade between the United States and India. The essay begins with some background comments about India's place in world trade and when the country increased trade efforts. The writer reports different efforts made by officials of the two countries to increase trade by reducing certain barriers. In fact, trade has ...

A 5 page contention that we are justified in our role in Iraq. That justification, however, does not excuse from expanding our involvement outside the military realm and placing more emphasis on diplomacy, economic policy, foreign aid, public diplomacy, and other aspects of international affairs that are necessary to resolve the Iraqi situation. Bibliography ...

An 8 page discussion of the impacts the increased contact between cultures that has occurred because of NAFTA is having on Mexican economy and culture. The author discusses the relative value verses detriment of these impacts. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 8 page research paper that discusses this question. The writer examines opinion, both pro and con, and concludes that while there is evidence of Arab countries moving incrementally toward democracy, it is unrealistic to expect these nations to undergo radical change. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 7 page paper supports a thesis that suggests containment began not in 1945 but in 1917. Foreign policy as well as domestic life between 1945 and 1965 is discussed. Containment is defined and discussed in depth. Relevant documents are evaluated. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page discussion of how Buddhism can be used as an address for the violence that characterizes today's world. This paper reviews Buddhism's basic premises and offers examples of Buddhist leaders that have prevented or resisted conflict. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the situation of intelligence gaps and suggests a global approach to averting terrorism. The FBI is highlighted. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10 page paper makes various suggestions in business plan format. Goals are included. Ideas are discussed in terms of how to turn things around, inclusive of but not limited to UN intervention. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper analyzes the article "State Repression and the Tyrannical Peace" by Christian Davenport. Bibliography lists 1 source.