Political Science papers

This paper analyzes the rationale for and against mayoral control of the public schools.

This in-depth paper analyzes the significance in assessing and rating a particular country's assets and liabilities as well as its overall impact on the global economy.

This paper analyzes the manner in which environmental factors impact on the economic development of the United States and Japan.

This paper identifies current problems of governance that are in conflict with the intent of the U.S. Constitution.

This paper discusses the historical and present balance of power among the three branches of the U.S. federal government.

A paper examining the services available for non-English speaking people in the Central Valley region of California.

This paper discusses extensively the history and problems of U.S. foreign policy or public diplomacy.

This extensive paper analyzes terrorism and argues against the approach of the Bush administration.

This paper analyzes the contradictions that exist between democracy and the practice of Islam.

This paper extensively reviews the Supreme Court, two of its Chief Justice--- Earl Warren and William H. Rehnquist--- and some of the cases relating to their tenure.

This paper discusses the social issue of poverty in the United States and the efficacy of the social security system in handling this situation.

This paper focuses on the primary goals of the food pyramid which was first introduced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1992.

This paper examines the serious challenges that have been confronted by America's efforts to promote democracy in Iran.

This in-depth paper examines the much debated and controversial issue regarding the use of hormones within the cattle industry.

This well-researched paper focuses on the associated environmental concerns, which have become increasingly dominant throughout the airline industry.

An examination of Machiavelli's theory of government as advocated in his books, "The Prince" and "The Discourses".

This paper discusses the Ninth Article of the Bill of Rights, commonly known as the seventh amendment, which grants citizens a right to jury trial in civil cases according to common law procedures.

This paper discusses the use of computers and hacking by terrorists.

This paper analyzes the social, cultural, economical and political problems that arose in Russia, after the fall of the Soviet Union.

A look at welfare reform measures and why they fail to benefit the poor.

An overview of the life and ideas of this ancient Greek philosopher.

This paper analyzes the workings of the Temporary Aid for Needy Families program, also known as TANF, which is a federal program of financial assistance for low-income families.

Examines the controversy over whether it is ever okay to inflict torture in order to gain information for the purposes of providing for public safety.

An essay arguing that President Bush's "No Child Left Behind" education plan is ineffective and short-sighted.

This paper discusses sociologist Amitai Etzioni's concept of power within an organization.

An examination of the rights of both employers and employees, according to federal guidelines and laws.

This paper examines various attempts by the U.S. government to interfere with the basic civil rights of the American people.

This paper focuses on the much debated and controversial issue of gay marriages in America.

This well-researched paper analyzes the issue of adverse possession and its impact while also focusing on the 5th Amendment and its stipulation regarding ownership of property.

This paper examines the topic of immigration, while focusing primarily on the difficulties encountered by the elderly that immigrate to America.

This paper discusses the writings of philosophers from the Age of Enlightenment especially Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Immanuel Kant.

An evaluation of funding for Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

This paper examines the issue of discrimination in the workplace.

This paper argues against book censorship in the public school system.

Discusses issues pertaining to immigration and welfare services in the United States.

This well-researched paper analyzes the impact and influence of the oil industry which currently supplies 90% of the world's energy needs.

This paper examines the life and political career of Lyndon B. Johnson, whose presidency fundamentally changed American politics forever.

This paper discusses the life and theories of psychoanalyst Erich Fromm.

This in-depth paper analyzes whether or not there has been a marked difference in America's foreign policy since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

This paper analyzes how the historic views and opinions of Italian philosopher Niccolo Machiavelli and Chinese author Sun Tsu are both relevant and necessary in today's business world.

This paper focuses on three of the largest international organizations in the world, the United Nations (UN), the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the North American Free Trade Association (NAFTA).

This paper focuses on the Armenian refugees that came to the U.S. in the 19th century, primarily to escape religious prosecution, while also discussing if and how they adapted to America's culture.

This paper analyzes the nature of home ownership in America, which has drastically changed over the years.

This paper defines the term terrorism, while also discussing how it has reshaped the conduct of war, primarily post-WWII.

This in-depth paper examines the culture and history of eastern Islam, also known as Orientalism.

This paper examines the U.S. foreign policies of 'containment' and the 'Bush Doctrine'.

An overview of Marxist history and ideology.

An overview of Chalmers Johnson's book on the consequences of America's foreign policy.

Shows how George W. Bush's political agenda can be compared to Orwell's ideas in his novel, "1984".

This paper analyzes various aspects of President Bush's administration in order to assess and determine whether or not it can be fully encompassed as belonging to the conservative ideology.

A discussion on the true definition of terrorism with reference to the war in Afghanistan.

Examines the policy of protectionism in the U.S. farm industry.

This paper examines the numerous aspects surrounding the political career of a congressman, much of which the public is generally unaware of.

This paper refutes the Presidency of George W. Bush based on his unsatisfactory performance regarding the war in Iraq, the faith-based initiative and the 'No Child Left Behind Act'.

This paper discusses the cynicism and perpetual repression in humanity in "Animal Farm" by George Orwell.

A critique of President George W. Bush's war in Iraq.

A discussion of the events that led to U.N. Secretary-General Boutros Boutros Ghali publishing his pathbreaking document and the events it set in motion thereafter.

This paper analyzes the philosophy of renowned historian G.W. Hegel, who is believed to have created the philosophy of history, based on his life experiences and beliefs.

An examination of the philosophy of American religious and political thought, as presented by the French writer Alexis de Tocqueville.

This paper examines the "The Chilean Miracle," which is basically Chile's ability to escape the hyperinflation and stagnation suffered by many of its Latin American neighbors.

This paper discusses Michael T. Klare's "Resource Wars", which takes the old ideas of imperialism and the liberal economy and places them in the modern world, confronted with immediate shortages and conflicts surrounding of natural resources.

This paper analyzes the issue of the U.S. trade balance and its significant impact on the exchange rate in America due to the burgeoning trade deficit and declining value of the dollar against other major world currencies.

This well-researched paper details the economies of both Spain and Portugal while focusing on the impact of the Euro on both of these countries.

A critical review of the idea, espoused by Hilton Kramer in his book "Reflections on the End of the Century", that totalitarianism is simply modernism gone bad.

This paper examines the evidence of racial and gender discrimination as experienced by the author of this paper, an African-American female residing in the state of Virginia.

Examines the activities of the National Rifle Association and the Christian Coalition.

This paper examines the available research regarding the impact to soldiers of extended military deployments which include: Divorce, mental illness, substance abuse and domestic problems.

An overview of the Women, Infants and Children Program, a program that provides nutritious foods, nutrition counseling and referrals to health and other social services to participants at no charge.

A comparison and contrast between Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince".

An examination of nationalism on the African continent.

This paper discusses Oliver North, specifically his involvement in the Iran-Contra Crisis of the 1980s.

An analysis of the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002, "McConnell v. Federal Election Commission".

This paper examines the political motives behind the claims of sexual harassment made against actor and future governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Examines justification and critical arguments about George W. Bush's reasons for invading Iraq.

This well-researched paper examines the alarming rise in traffic related accidents, injuries and fatalities in the U.S., as well as the resources available to improve the current conditions.

This paper compares the political philosophy of Thomas Hobbes, John Locke and Nicoli Machiavelli.

This paper discusses the history, problem and reformation of the Afghanistan legal system.

This paper discusses the issue of the rights of Guantanamo Bay prisoners versus national security and the effect on international relationships.

A review of Steven Gillon's book, "That's Not What We Meant to Do: Reform and its Unintended Consequences in the 20th Century."

An argument in favor of continuing the anti-imperialist tradition in the U.S.

This paper examines Josef Stalin's rise to power, while focusing on the years 1921-1932.

An overview of the Bay of Pigs invasion and the aftermath of the invasion, particularly with regard to American-Cuban relations.

This paper analyzes the U.S. Declaration of Independence from the standpoint of word choice, grammatical structure and the progression of argument, all of which affect the meaning of this document.

A creative piece on what "might be," using the Iraqi town of Fallujah as the site of a near-contemporary Utopia where art, philosophy, kindness, and responsibility are cornerstones of their new democracy.

A close analysis of the American Declaration of Independence.

Examines the theory that Argentina's economy collapsed due to the mismanagement of neoliberal reforms.

A study of the history of the Massachusetts Board of Gas and its influence on the nation's regulatory origins.

This paper discusses pressure groups, including political action committees, which play a distinct role in the United States of America.

This paper discusses the problem of corruption in Zimbabwe.

A look at the long-lasting and serious psychological damage caused by terrorism.

A brief look at Franklin D. Roosevelt's Economic Bill of Rights and how it applies to today's economy.

Examines the history of women's suffrage in the state of Wyoming.

A critical review of David Campbell's 'Writing Security: United States Foreign Policy and the Politics of Identity".

An essay looking at how the 9/11 terrorist attack on New York City and the Patriot Act have impacted free speech on college campuses.

This paper examines the history of the Czech film industry, as well as the accomplishments of prominent Czech filmmaker Milos Forman.

This paper examines the various reasons why Russia is still not a member of the European Union.

This paper examines the rich culture and history as well as the controversial politics of the Republic of Cote D'Ivoire, more commonly termed the Ivory Coast.

This paper examines the rich history, economy and culture of China as depicted in John Bryan Starr's "Understanding China: A Guide to China's Economy, History and Political Structure."

This paper examines America's ongoing battle in fighting worldwide terrorism.

This paper examines "Big Dragon China's Future: What it Means for Business, the Economy, and the Global Order" by Daniel Burstein and Arne de Keijzer who both contend that China is well on its way to becoming the world's largest economy.