Essays and Research Papers on U.S. International Relations

A 5 page paper that recommends a balancing of domestic and foreign policy through tax reform and trade policy changes. The paper is based on Joseph Nye's "Bound to Lead," and articles by Robert Reich and Paul Kennedy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper on the issue of diplomacy and foreign policy within the Untied States. The past is addressed and the information provided is based on notions and thoughts produced by George Kennan's book titled 'American Diplomacy.' Being discussed are the policy makers of the past, the wars that required this country's involvement, and ...

In 5 pages, the writer discusses "The Ugly American" by William J. Lederer and Eugene Burdick. The paper is essentially a critical analysis examining the authors' main points and significance. The book itself focuses upon a personal relationship between two men that mirrors the relationship between their countries : the United States and Sarkhan, ...

A 10 page paper discussing policies of containment of communism relating to South Vietnam. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing how the 1940’s involved the PPD and te desire to create an economy for Puerto Rico that would enable them to become less dependent upon the United States. Puerto Rico went through various stages, some of which are discussed, between te 1940’s and present times. Also addressed is the issue involving the ...

This 14 page report discusses a hypothetical situation in which the U.S. National Security Council presents its very serious concerns about the political, economic and, social stability of the Peoples’ Republic of China in terms of its relationship with the United States. At the core of the current situation, the fact remains that both nations ...

11 pages in length. This paper examines the impact of globalization on distribution of wealth concerning OPEC. Based on the liberalist perspective, answers the question on whether or not globalization can be sustained. The distribution of wealth globally means passing over national boundaries and taking in the financial outcome of countries both domestic ...

A 5 page paper which discusses whether the League of Nations has been weakened by the absence of the United States, and whether the UN has been damaged by the presence of the United States. The argument presented states that the United States has harmed both of these organizations it has helped to implement, in the name of self ...

When WWII ended America was filled with loyal and idealogical citizens. That ideology sustained us throughout the cold war and now that it is over stands at the ready in case it is needed again. This five page paper outlines and discusses the ideals and beliefs that were held by Americans just prior to the cold ...

This 6 page report discusses terrorism and whether or not it serves as an unbeatable strategy in modern international relations. The author of the report believes it does and explains that there is a new kind of terrorist who view destruction as an end in itself. Where old terrorism sought to change the world -- however misguided -- the new ...

This 11 page report discusses The Kingdom of Jordan’s economy from the perspective of a CEO of a large American company. Regardless of the concerns proffered by certain economic analyses, it is clear that Jordan and many of its neighboring nations are well on the way to the implementation of the necessary structural adjustment to promote true and encompassing economic ...

This five-page-paper presents a discussion on foreign policy. It opens with a description of what foreign policy is and who makes them. It then moves into a discussion on the effect globalization is going to have on the future of foreign policy development. Bibliography lists five sources.

A 5 page research paper that focuses primarily on Richard Nixon's autobiographical 'Memoirs' to consider what the impact of the Nixon administration was on international relations. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 11 page report discusses the Korean War and three specific political theories of balance -- power, realism, and geopolitical. The war itself is describes as are each of the political theories of balance. For more than four decades, historians and political scientists have been involved in a number of disputes regarding the Korean war, unable ...

This 5 page report discusses the experiences of Haitians that have immigrated to the United States. The struggles faced by immigrants has always been one requiring a great deal of personal determination in the midst of hardship, whether it was the Irish and Italians at the start of the 20th century or the Central Americans and Haitians in the last decades ...

This 8 page report discusses the title question and the various frameworks of international treaties. Certainly all such agreements require some measure of compromise to harmonize the diverse legal structures of member nations. International agreements often incorporate clauses that delegate implementation authority to domestic agencies and bypass national legislatures. A balance between accountability and executive discretion must be found and both independent ...

A 15 page paper that argues the point that the policies and practices adopted by the Polk Administration in regard to the Mexican-American War were morally unethical and have resulted in strained relations between the countries of the United States and Mexico that can still be felt today. Discussed are the tactics employed by ...

A 5 page background of the Elian Gonzalez case, the six year old Cuban refugee whose mother died on the boat journey to political asylum in the U.S. Elian has become an object of contention as to whether he should be allowed to remain in the U.S. or returned to Cuba. Presents the argument ...

This 5 page paper explores the change in attitude to emanate after the cold war. Some information about the cold war is provided as well as details on relatively recent UN missions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page report discusses a number of the issues that exist in the context of gultureal relations between the United States and Brazil. Culture is an intrinsic part of the life and awareness -- conscious and unconscious -- of individuals, communities, and nations. Therefore, if two nations can experience and better understand one another’s cultural realities, it provides a smoother path ...

This 12 page paper supports the argument that the United States should continue to trade with China and grant the nation MFN status. Both sides of the argument are provided. Politician's views are duly noted. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the relationship between the media and terrorism and how terrorists are affected by reporting. The way in which terrorists use media for their own advantage is discussed. Several well known events are highlighted, including Waco and the bombing in Oklahoma City. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper contends that geoeconomics has replaced geostrategy, at least ideologically. The cold war is seen as a precursor to the modern world order where indeed geoeconomics is at the forefront. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

9 pages. This imaginary briefing from the Ambassador of Israel to the Prime Minister of Israel presents a solid argument for bringing the United States and Israel together in a stronger military relationship with each other. International terrorism would not hold the same appeal if there were not a great deal of bureaucratic ...

An 8 page paper that discusses the causes of the Cold War, a timeline highlighting major political and military events during the Cold War and the end of the Cold War. The writer then discusses the impact of these fifty years and the emergence of the new world order. Bibliography lists 7 sources.