Abstract This paper contrasts the domestic and foreign policies and legacies of the presidencies of George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush. The author points out the wealth and influence of the Bush family.
From the Paper George Herbert Walker Bush, the forty-first president of the United States, served a single term in office. His son George W Bush, the forty-third president of the United States, in contrast, is currently in his second term."
Tags: George W. Bush, George H.W. Bush, presidency
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.
Abstract This paper details the basic characteristics and ideologies of conservatism, according to views and opinions of theoreticians. From an economical perspective, conservatism pledges for a minimal implication of the state in national economic process or towards income equality. The writer of this paper contends and explains why President Bush's administration basically follows a conservative ideology. One example would be the military privatization policies, that are aimed at increasing the strength of the military arsenal through private investments, while at the same time increasing the power of certain lobby groups and major supporters of the administration. On the flip-side, this paper discusses various policies of the Bush administration that are viewed as liberal and non-conservative, such as: The Medicare Modernization Act, Social Security Reform and the No Child Left Behind Program, which do not have the individualistic characteristics one would expect from a neoconservative government. This paper also delves into the impact of the Patriot Act, which seems to be endangering some of the fundamental liberties of the American individual.
From the Paper "It seems thoroughly strange to note, however, that many of the Bush policies could rather be classified as liberal or, at least, as not belonging to the conservative ideology. For once, the large federal spending, especially during the first term, is a classic measure that liberal governments use to stimulate growth and production. As a measure of governmental spending, it is by all cases an implication of the state in the economic processes, something which, as we have seen, is certainly not conservative. In turn, large governmental spending levels increase budgetary deficit, as was the case during Bush's first term. On the other hand, some social policies, including here the Medicare Modernization Act and the Social Security Reform, but also the No Child Left Behind program, certainly do not have the individualistic characteristics we would expect from a neoconservative government."
Tags: president, george, w., bush, political, policy, adminstration, liberal
Abstract This paper closely examines former First Ladies Eleanor Roosevelt and Barbara Bush. The similar backgrounds and passions of these two women are revealed through this in-depth comparison.
From the Paper "Eleanor Roosevelt and Barbara Bush were two extraordinary former first ladies who helped to shape today's American society. Both of these women played active roles while they were First Ladies of the United States. Although these two women lived in different time periods and concentrated their abilities in different areas, both were influential in their own unique ways. A liberal Democrat, Eleanor Roosevelt was very active during her years in the political spotlight. While in the White House, Eleanor Roosevelt had many issues that were important to her, including concern for young people, the poor, the unemployed, and racial equality. She was also involved in the women's movement. After her years in the White House, Eleanor Roosevelt dedicated her time to humanitarian causes. A Republican, Barbara Bush was also active during her years in the political spotlight. Barbara Bush devoted her time to issues such as literacy and volunteerism. Before and during their times in the White House, these two women had many similarities as well as many differences, both lifestyle-wise and political-wise. Both were profoundly unique women who used their talents to take them far."
Discusses the recent drug enforcement policies adopted by the Bush administration and the strategies adopted by the US government to fight against drugs.
1,140 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, 2002, $ 39.95
Abstract This paper examines how President George W. Bush has lived up to his election vow that he would reduce the use of illegal drugs in the country.
From the Paper "Though, the strategies adopted by Mr. Bush for the reduction of the consumption of drugs have been proved to be effective and bring some positive results in the future but they are not the complete cure to the problem of drugs that is prevailing not only in the United States but in almost all parts of the world. There are no panaceas for the world's drug problems, but legalizing drugs, unblock the court system, and allocating the resources being wasted on the drug controlling for any other productive purposes."
Abstract It is the purpose of this paper to demonstrate that President Bush should have pressed on to remove Hussein from power and to establish a democratic state in Iraq.
Abstract This paper explains Clinton Rossiter's definition of conservative and looks at how it is applied to President George W. Bush particularly with regard to favoring corporations and the rich and religious views. The confusion over the meanings of the word conservatism is also analyzed.
From the Paper "Early in his book Conservatism in America Clinton Rossiter writes conservatism is one of the most confusing words in the glossary of political thought and oratory In spite of its ambiguities he defines it in four ways as temperamental ..."
Tags: Conservatism, Rossiter, Politics, President Bush
Abstract This paper describes the public relations approach of the Bush administration. The author points out its attempt to restore credibility and legitimacy to the American image with respect to the war in Iraq. The paper evaluates this media approach.
From the Paper "In October of ... , the White House embarked on a public relations campaign that represented a new approach in trying to bolster public support in the U. S. for the Iraq War. Absent any discovery of Weapons of Mass Destruction WMDs, White House public relations have focused on a media approach that is an attempt to sidestep the White House press corps. The new public relations approach focuses on local media including newspapers, speeches and local television broadcasts. The new public relations approach was implemented due ..."
Tags: local media, President Bush, military, Condoleezza Rice, Dick Cheney, Bill Clinton, press
Abstract In this paper, the claims made by the Bush Administration to justify war with Iraq are evaluated. The paper finds that the evidence does not support the claims, which are found to be either lies or self-deception and concludes that the war was not justified.
Abstract This paper analyzes a 2003 article regarding the Bush tax cuts and argues that the cuts are in accordance with the principles of John Maynard Keynes. The paper discusses the theory that tax cuts can result in federal deficits that can lead to increased interest rates.
From the Paper "Monetary and fiscal policy are the two primary mechanisms used to stimulate and slow the economy. Monetary policy uses the availability of money-interest rates for example-to control how much money is available for investment and spending in the market. Fiscal policy on the other hand uses taxation and government spending to accelerate or decelerate the economy. While there can be many different goals for controlling capitalist economies, the overriding goal is to keep a balance between inflation-rising prices-and deflation. Inflation is sometimes described ..."
Abstract This paper explains that 'Bush Doctrine', implemented in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks, has given a decisive new direction to the U.S. foreign policy, which was previously based on the principles of containment and deterrence. The author points out that this new foreign policy principles of pre-emption and unilateralism immediately were put to test by the U.S. administration by its war with Iraq. The paper relates that the results of this change in policy have been mixed and it is still too early to tell whether the Bush Doctrine would prove to be a long-term, lasting and successful change in U.S. foreign policy or the country would have to revert back to the time-tested and less controversial principles of containment, deterrence and multilateralism.
Table of Contents
Policy of Containment: Origin and History
The 'Bush Doctrine': its Roots and Implementation
The Defense Planning Guidance Draft of 1992
Neo-Cons' Letter to President Clinton (1998)
George W. Bush & His Foreign Policy 'Tutors'
Terrorists Provide the Opportunity
From Containment to Preemption
Formal Pronouncement of the Bush Doctrine: The US National Security Strategy
Preemption
Unilateralism
US Hegemony
Actively Promoting Democracy, and Liberty around the World
Pros and Cons of the New Bush Doctrine
Cons
Tarnished US Image
Invitation to Isolation and Enmity
Unethical Doctrine
Invites Abuse and Sets a Precedent for Others
Democracy Cannot be Exported
Pros
Threat of Terrorism needs New Strategy
Pre-emption by US: not the First Time
Is the Bush Doctrine Succeeding?
Conclusion
From the Paper "The doctrine of preemptive war invites abuse because it offers no criteria by which to judge whether a threat justifies a preemptive strike. The U.S. invasion of Iraq is an appropriate example of such a 'preemptive' war in which there was arguably no imminent threat of an attack except in the sole judgment of the Bush administration. It also sets a dangerous precedent for others to follow in order to settle their regional differences. There are a number of current political disputes around the world in which the stronger adversary could invoke the 'preemptive' doctrine to attack its weaker neighbor. For example, China could attack Taiwan over the question of Taiwan's independence; India could attack Pakistan over the Kashmir dispute, and Russia is already threatening to attack Georgia over the alleged cross-border terrorist activities of Chechen guerillas."
Abstract The paper examines President George W. Bush's domestic policy of Social Security with regard to conflicting opinions on his mainstay approach towards Social Security. Entities presenting for and against opinions are then analyzed. The policy is assessed in light of scholarly opinions comprising of a thorough evaluations of what it entails, its chronological tabulation along with its significance to Bush's government. Further, the steps Bush has taken for the promulgation of his plan and the tactics he has adopted to garner support for the same are discussed. The entities responsible for implementing those policies are then identified. Finally the White House perception on the policy of Bush's policy of Social Security is then scrutinized.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Section I: Bush Administration
Section II: Arguments For and Arguments Against
Section III: Findings
Conclusion
From the Paper "On August 2001, the commission came up with its interim plan outlining the state of current program. This report bred considerable controversy mainly on the Social Security Trust Fund and the overall undertakings of the plan. The commission however, submitted the final recommendations to the President in December 2001. It comprised of three separate reform proposals that were based on personal retirement accounts; each individual was required to pay benefits as high as the current program at a lower long term cost. This also aimed at providing workers with the opportunity to build assets and wealth in their personal accounts which they would control and own."
Tags: government, commision, controversy, White, House
Abstract Bob Woodward's "Bush at War" depicts a confident, charismatic President Bush who knows what he wants and uses the resources of his cabinet to discover the best method for achieving his goal. This is not to say that he won't listen to his advisors, but his focus is on making reality conform to his vision rather than vice versa. The paper examines how some of Bush's advisors, such as George Tenet, Donald Rumsfeld and Dick Cheney, are depicted in the book as taking a hard-line stance on America's war against the Taliban in Afghanistan, while others, such as Condoleeza Rice and Colin Powell, voiced concerns about the U.S. war effort. Bush listened to both sides and, although he decided to invade Afghanistan in the wake of September 11, the plan was affected by the input of those who had concerns about the war. The paper shows that ultimately, Woodward paints the picture of an administration firmly controlled by the president, but also shows that the vibrant and sometimes heated debates within the administration do ultimately affect policy.
From the Paper "The precipitating event, of course, for the invasion of Afghanistan was the September 11, 2001, attacks on America. Following a string of evidence which had mounted from previous attacks on American targets, including the previous attempt at bombing the World Trade Center, the administration decided that the terrorist force known as Al-Qaeda was responsible for the attacks and that much of the financial backing and overarching organizational structure of Al-Qaeda lay in the hands of Osama bin Laden. Since, bin Laden was known to be in Afghanistan, and since Afghanistan's ruling Islamic fundamentalist government, the Taliban, controlled the country and was known to support terrorists, the U.S. decided invasion was necessary to strike back at the terrorists in the heart of their organization."
Tags: 911, Dick, Cheney, Al-Qaeda, World, Trade, Center
Abstract This paper explains that Keynesian economics would not be so optimistic regarding Bush's dividend tax cut proposal primarily because of their assumption that investment spending is driven more by expectations of future profits that are difficult to forecast. The author believes that the Bush tax plan essentially agrees with Keynes regarding the important role of consumer demand in stimulating the economy. The paper points out that Keynes and Bush radically differ on which category of consumers should receive the benefits of the tax cut: Bush is clearly placing more money in the hands of the wealthy.
From the Paper "Keynes disagreed with supply-side methods for promoting vast degrees of income inequality. Instead, shifting income from high savers to high spenders, Keynes argued, would increase investment since firms would have more reason to add increased production capacity. Keynesians advocate using "automatic stabilizers" to counteract alleged instability in the economy. Keynesians argue that progressive income taxes and welfare payments counter variations in aggregate demand. Progressive income taxes and Welfare transfer income from upper income households to lower income households. Since upper income households save more of their income and low-income households consume more of their income, these practices keep aggregate saving low and aggregate consumption high."
Abstract This paper explores how the Bush Administration is driven by concerns from industry, including oil and transportation, and that this might arguably impact national policy. Currently, the environmentalist movement is worried because many of the members of the Bush Administration are themselves former lobbyists for industry and fuel businesses. This paper investigates the current policies of the Bush Administration and their interests in industry- related lobbies. This paper shall be written with an emphasis on environmentalism in order to demonstrate why some organizations feel that the industries and the Bush Administration are too closely connected at this time.
Abstract This paper discusses the implications of public relations regarding the Katrina disaster for President George W. Bush and the Republican Party.
This is in light of the fact that the public approval of the president's handling of his job and personal favorability ratings have declined to low levels among American voters. The Bush administration's decisions on the War in Iraq are increasingly unpopular among voters, with low approval rates of the president's handling of the war and deep doubts about the value of the war in relation to costs. The president's ratings have sharply declined as a result of the president's handling of Hurricane Katrina. The paper concludes that voters are increasingly dissatisfied with Bush's presidency. It is therefore clear that the Bush administration will have to work long and hard to come up with new ideas for improving the president's image or face an unsuccessful second term.
Table of Contents
Abstract
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Methodology and Data Collection
Results and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Appendices
From the Paper "In recent months, much of America's attention has been focused upon the tragedies associated with Hurricane Katrina's damage to Louisiana. Among the issues associated with the aftermath has been the performance of President George W. Bush and the federal government in responding to the catastrophe. Many national polls (Silverman, 2005, CBS News, 2005) have shown significant dissatisfaction with Bush's handling of the hurricane's damage."
