Abstract This paper describes the Clinton's presidency as being scattered with many successes and failures, none really outshining or overshadowing any of the others. This paper demonstrate that he pursued his social and economic reform agenda and extended his goals to the international stage to influence foreign policy and international politics. The author feels that his presidency will be marked by three major issues: His tarnished reputation as chief of state because of the constant scandals surrounding his presidency, the weakening of the presidency because of his impeachment despite his role as chief judge, and his revival of the Democratic Party as political party chief.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chief of State
Chief Executive
Commander-in-Chief
Chief Diplomat
Chief Legislator
Chief Judge
Chief Economic Planner
Political Party Chief
Conclusion
From the Paper "Clinton was often attacked during his 1992 campaign for his lack of inexperience in foreign affairs, but during his presidency, he promoted peace negotiations in the Middle East, some of which did end in important agreements and reached a peace agreement in Yugoslavia. He also reestablished diplomatic relations with Vietnam in 1995. Clinton believed that the role of economics would supplant politics as the main factor in international relations. Specifically, he aimed to fuel political change through international trade agreements in countries such as Russia, Korea, Vietnam and China, the last of which he was able to establish normal trade relations with by 2000."
Abstract This paper explores Bill Clinton's life, presenting both a biographical sketch and further examining his personal leadership qualities. The author describes Clinton's early life, his family and education. Then the paper discusses Clinton's entry into politics. This includes his first gubernatorial election and defeat, and his re-election four years later.The author acknowledges Clinton's perseverance and persistence, and his capacity to learn from his mistakes. The paper also discusses Clinton's negative character traits citing his involvement in a number of sex scandals. The author concludes that despite Clinton's indiscretions, he was among the most popular US president's of the 20th century.
Outline:
Early Life
Education
Entering Politics: Baptism of Fire
Perseverance in Defeat
Political Leadership at the State Level
Risk Taking
"It's the Economy, Stupid"
Positioning Himself as the New Democrat
Brilliant Intellect
Great Communicator/ Listener
The Negatives
Conclusion
From the Paper "During his first term as governor, Clinton made efforts to improve Arkansas's economy, which was among the poorest in the country. He focused on improving the state highways as they were in a bad shape but had to raise taxes for meeting the cost, which proved unpopular. Some of his other initiatives such restriction on tree-cutting in national forests were opposed by the lumber and paper-making companies, while bankers were annoyed with his proposal to withhold state funds from banks that did not lend enough money for small businesses. Most of all, his opponents exploited the government's settling of Cuban refugees in Arkansas, by evoking the fear that they would take away jobs from the local workers. All of these factors contributed to Clinton's defeat in his bid for re-election for the governorship in 1980 against the Republican Party candidate (Ibid.)"
Abstract This paper takes a brief look at the main characters in the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal and the roles they played in it by discussing the background of the scandal and how it developed. It also discusses how different people (including the public and the major parties) viewed the affair and the effect it had on the office of the United States Presidency.
Introduction
Main Characters in the Affair
How the Scandal Developed
The Public Opinion
Republicans vs. Democrats
Morality Issue
Impact on the Office of Presidency
Conclusion
From the Paper "Defeated the incumbent republican President George Bush in 1992 with a catchy "it's the economy, stupid" slogan; re-elected in 1996. Third youngest US president in history. Major achievement: reversed the trend of rising budget deficits by cutting government spending that stimulated the economy. Faced a hostile Congress during most of his tenure. His affairs with women proved to be his Achilles? heel. In the Lewinsky scandal, he at first emphatically denied having a sexual relationship with Lewinsky, but later admitted to ?inappropriate intimate contact.? He was impeached by the House in 1998 for not being truthful and for obstructing justice in the Lewinsky case but the Articles of Impeachment were defeated by the Senate in 1999 and he remained President till the end of his term. (Dumas, 2003)"
Abstract This paper discusses former president William Jefferson Clinton, and describes how his character traits affected his presidency. The paper describes both Clinton's weaknesses and strengths as a leader and shows how Clinton's personal life was not relevant to his presidential successes. The paper enumerates many of Clinton's achievements and explains how Clinton's leadership skills helped him reach them. The author discusses the Monica Lewinsky affair and contends that it had no bearing on Clinton's ability to be president or his leadership abilities.
From the Paper "For Bill Clinton, more than any other president in recent memory (possibly excepting the current President Bush), character not only helps establish a leadership style, but rather defines it. For Bill Clinton, his character weaknesses also defined, more clearly than perhaps had been done before, exactly what the American people thought might constitute leadership in their president, and what that leadership must accomplish and what it could do without."
Tags: president, presidency, leadership, clinton, william, jefferson, bill, clinton
Abstract In this article, the writer looks at how Hillary Clinton's speech regarding abortion as a tragedy, is intended to be an emotional appeal to the people. The writer notes that she uses Roe v. Wade as a benchmark in time, perhaps to give the speech legitimacy by associating it with that successful court case. The writer further points out that in her opening paragraph, Clinton sets the tone for the rest of her speech. This paper identifies some of the areas in which Clinton seeks to influence the thinking of her audience through emotions rather than facts.
From the Paper "From its very opening, Hillary Clinton's speech is intended to be an emotional appeal to the people. She uses Roe v. Wade as a benchmark in time, perhaps to give the speech legitimacy by associating it with that successful court case. In her opening paragraph, Clinton sets the tone for the rest of her speech. She refers to the Roe v. Wade decision as being a "landmark decision that struck a blow for freedom and equality for women". Clinton speaks of people on "the front line," of Roe v. Wade as being "in jeopardy." She also equates Roe v. Wade with "quality healthcare". All of these words and phrases are intended to elicit the listener's emotions. Many such words and phrases populate Hilary Clinton's speech."
Abstract Prevailing political theories do not completely capture the opportunities and obstacles facing Hillary Rodham Clinton, for no woman in American politics has ever been a powerful and influential First Lady, a prominent senator from a major state, and an acknowledged front-runner for the Presidency. In addition to this unique combination of accomplishments, no woman in American politics has ever been demonized by political opponents like Mrs. Clinton has, for she has been relentlessly slandered by conservatives as a dangerous radical and has been accused of criminal conduct ranging from Whitewater fraud to the murder of Vince Foster. This paper presents a political profile of Hillary Rodham Clinton and examines what opportunities and obstacles lay ahead for her in her political life.
Abstract The paper discusses how the news of a possible candidacy from Hillary Clinton in the presidential elections has created a media frenzy, polarizing the public opinion into supporters and opponents. The paper further discusses Clinton's possible opponent, Condaleeza Rice. The paper concludes that, while Dr. Rice could boast coordinating the American foreign policy in the 2004-2008 period, Hillary Clinton will encourage people to vote for her with slogans emphasizing her care for the American public. The writer proposes that her status as New York senator will help her in this sense.
From the Paper "Hillary Clinton is following in the great procession of female politicians who have made history, like Indira Gandhi, Margaret Thatcher or Angela Merkel more recently. Starting as a successful lawyer and passing through the First Lady of the Untied States, she is now a political figure on her own and with significant chances of being taken into consideration for the highest position in US."
Abstract This paper looks at Bill Clinton's political career and considers what significance it holds regarding the role of elites in American politics. The paper argues that Clinton's rise shows that there are indeed limits on elite domination of American society.
From the Paper "In principle we say that everyone is equal. In practice there is little doubt that elite groups wield enormous influence over American public life. Many critics would say that they effectively dominate public life and policy. As an example of both the influence and limitations of elites we may consider the experience of former president Bill Clinton. As the President of the United States Bill Clinton wielded the constitutional and informal power of the presidency. However to understand how..."
Abstract This paper examines the Bush Administration's invasion and occupation of Iraq from the perspectives of Bill Clinton and Mohandas Gandhi indicating that neither of them would have initiated a preemptive war under such unjustified circumstances. The paper further discusses that Gandhi's advocacy of non-violence would have precluded him from even considering military action, while President Clinton's energetic advocacy of diplomacy and negotiation in the Middle East confirmed that he considered the use of military force to be a last resort, justified only by an immediate threat to American national security.
Abstract This paper, written before the Lewinsky scandal, argues that President Clinton is an ineffective, negligent leader with little leadership ability.
From the Paper "When Bill Clinton was sworn into office in 1993, the American people were looking forward to a new, refreshing era in U.S. politics. After the Republican reigns of George Bush and Ronald Reagan, people thought that Clinton would be the antidote to trickle down voodoo economics and the thousand points of light that had benefited the upper class in American society but that failed the working class people, the environment, and the economy. Therefore, at the beginning of his administration, President Bill Clinton and his vice president Al Gore were perceived to be American heroes who were going to save the environment, reform healthcare, and generally make life better for middle and lower class Americans. But the promises that Clinton made have never materialized. His image as a hero has fallen into that of a confused, dysfunctional, and totally ineffective leader."
Tags:clinton, United, States, America, Whitewater, Medicare
Looks at the environmental legislative achievements of the Clinton administration and the diminishing success of these achievements since the Republican takeover of Congress.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 10 sources, 2002, $ 97.95
Abstract This eleven-page undergraduate academic paper examines the Clinton administration's environmental legislative achievements in his second term in office, and analyzes how the Republican takeover of Congress after the 1994 mid-term elections changed the administration's achievement levels.
Abstract This essay argues that the Clinton administration has mishandled its management of foreign policy. It has sacrificed American national interest and power for the sake of domestic political interests. The administration has failed to articulate a coherent American interest. This failure has led to a weak foreign policy.
A comparison of the scandals which entangled Nixon's and Clinton's presidencies, with an analysis of why Nixon was forced to resign while Clinton left office with a high rating of public approval.
Abstract The paper compares the presidential scandals of Richard Nixon and Bill Clinton. First the paper reviews the Watergate scandal, and explains that this was just the tip of the iceberg, analyzing the machinations behind the break-in and reasons for it and its subsequent cover-up, and finding extensive criminal wrongdoing to be at the heart of the matter. Next, the paper focuses on President Clinton's sexual escapades, and analyzes why the press played up the story yet Clinton survived the impeachment process. Following this, the paper reviews various analyses of presidential personality and public perception, comparing the two Presidents, and focusing finally on the Meyer's Briggs Type Indicator of personality to show that Clinton was an Artisan while Nixon was a Guardian. The American public will, the paper informs us, love an Artisan despite his flaws, but respect a Guardian only in the absence of visible flaws. In conclusion, the paper finds that it is both the public perception of the respective Presidents' personalities, and the presence or absence of criminal wrongdoing, which caused Clinton's name to be praised while Nixon's is derided.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Nixon and Watergate
Clinton and Travel Gate etc.
Presidential Personalities
Conclusion
Footnotes
Bibliography
From the Paper "History tells us that most likely, Nixon did not know in advance about the break-in and that his press secretary dismissed it as a "third-rate burglary." President Nixon lied when he assured the nation that "The White House has had no involvement in this particular incident". By the time of the press conference, he knew that several present and former White House employees were linked to the Watergate burglars. Nixon already had begun to cover those links by the time he asserted the White House's lack of involvement."
Abstract This paper discusses how Clinton's impeachment trial and Davis's recall share the dubious honor of being considered two of the most embarrassing moments in America's political history. It discusses the two incidents and how they reflect the worst side of American democracy.
From the Paper "That Davis is being recalled by an overly zealous Californian democracy says a great deal about how the contemporary political process is, to a great extent, working on behalf of the people. Having given a less than acceptable performance since put into office, Davis is being forcibly asked to step down and allow another political contender to clean up the mess he made. While this alternative is not unusual in and of itself, the complete circus that has transpired since announcement of the recall is what has turned the event into a who's who and made California a laughingstock. Clinton and his morally questionable behavior, on the other hand, was solely responsible for reflecting poorly upon one of the world's super powers."
Abstract This paper examines the impeachment process in the United States. It outlines the basis, conditions and process of impeachment. Then it examines various impeachments and threats to impeach including Presidents Johnson, Nixon and most recently, Clinton.
