Abstract
In this paper, the writer studies the life of Condoleezza Rice. The writer examines the life of the first African American female Secretary of State, from childhood through her college years. The writer discusses her background. In this essay, the writer also looks at influences in her life.

From the Paper
"Dr. Condoleezza Rice became the first African American female Secretary of State. Prior to accepting this position, Rice had been the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs a position commonly referred to as the National Security Advisor. Rice was the first woman to serve as America's National Security Advisor and only the second to serve as Secretary of State. According to Wikipedia online, Condoleezza Rice was born in Birmingham, Alabama the only child of ... "

Tags:Condoleezza Rice, childhood, college, South, racism Birmingham, civil rights, African American, Secretary of State

Abstract
The paper describes Condoleezza Rice's early education and the parenting she received that encouraged her to constantly work hard and seek more knowledge. The paper details her higher education and subsequent career that spanned tenure at Stanford to serving as Secretary of State. The paper emphasizes her determination, willingness to learn and confidence as the keys to her success in life.

From the Paper
"Rice's story is one that begins in the racially charged town of Birmingham, Alabama, the "focal point of the Civil Rights movement" (Felix 3). While her story might have started in Birmingham, it certainly would not end there. This beginning and circumstance was not something that John and Angelena Rice would allow to deter their daughter. From the very beginning, they made sure that Rice had everything available to her that would encourage her to grow and learn. Rice was incredibly lucky in that she had two educated parents that were concerned about the education of their daughter. Her parents were both college educated and believed that she "would have to learn certain things if she was to succeed" (Edmondson 15). This learning came early, as she knew how to read and write before she ever stepped into any school. Jacqueline Edmondson writes, "when her teachers realized Condi's capabilities, they agreed to have her skip the first grade" (Edmondson 16). While this meant that she would be younger than her classmates, it also meant that she would not spend time in a class going over material with which she was already familiar. Later she even skipped the seventh grade. To ensure their daughter would not be left behind, Rice's parents bought new textbooks for Rice's classes so that the children "could study up-to-date information" (16). Her parents even enrolled her in book clubs so she would never want for anything to read."

Tags:Stanford, Secretary, of, State, determination, confidence

Abstract
This paper examines how Condoleeza Rice became the sixty-sixth US Secretary of State in January 26, 2005. Through an analysis of extracts from some of her speeches, the paper looks at how she made a good impression on many as she stressed diplomacy when dealing with global affairs. It also discusses how she had an objective of transformational diplomacy and how her policies towards terrorism included encouragement and solutions.

From the Paper
"Terrorism has also been something of great concern. Because of this, Rice speaks of solutions on how such world terror can be eradicated. In addition to this, she also gives encouragement to those who are fighting the battle against such horrible acts. Along with the encouragement and solutions, she makes note of the progress that the American military along with other foreign militaries have made on fighting such a fierce, global war. Evidence of this is shown as an article has recorded some quotes she has made regarding the war on terrorism. She made some remarks on the topic at the 88th Annual American Legion Convention in Salt Lake City. "

Tags:terrorism, policy

Abstract
This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of the George W. Bush White House. Specifically, it discusses Bush's appointment of Condoleezza Rice and her success in the George W. Bush cabinet.

From the Paper
"Elected in 2000 after eight years of Democratic leadership in the White House, George W. Bush began his first term as president in January 2001. One of his first appointments was his National Security Advisor, Condoleezza Rice. Dr. Rice was born on November 14, 1954 in Birmingham, Alabama. She graduated cum laude in political science from the University of Denver in 1974, received her Master's in 1975, and her PhD. in 1981. Before her service in Washington, she was the Provost for Stanford University for six years, and taught political science at the school, too (Editors). Rice has served admirably throughout her tenure as National Security Advisor, but has taken some criticism for her initial failure to testify at the 9/11 Senate hearings, and for the lack of intelligence on security after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Otherwise, her tenure has been quite successful. In addition, President Bush's tenure has also been successful in the White House - that is clear from his re-election in November. The American people want another four years of Bush doctrine, which includes a strong stand on wiping out terrorism around the world. Dr. Rice helped create the National Security Strategy that the White House uses as a measure of its' success around the world."

Tags:strategic, choice, colin, powell, secretary, of, state, advisor, stephen, hadley, foreign, affairs

Abstract
The paper examines Karen Findlay's "The Eyes of Condoleezza Rice", an explicitly political work of art that grapples with the morality of the war in Iraq. The paper then examines Pearl C. Hsiung's "Saint Perpetuum" that also takes on the political issue of war from an anti-war perspective, but in a far less explicitly personal manner. Finally, the paper examines Andy Warhol's "Electric Chair," that reflects upon the violence in the American penal system and may be the most frightening image of all.

From the Paper
"Karen Findlay's "The Eyes of Condoleezza Rice" is an explicitly political work of art that grapples with one of the most divisive issues of our age: the morality of the war in Iraq. Findlay, as an artist, clearly comes out as against the war, but the actual meaning of her anti-war painting is far more subtle and nuanced in its visual impact. It shows the ability for visual art to provoke questions about an issue, rather than to merely incite debate like a verbal work of art, such as a novel, editorial, or even a film."

Tags:death, penalty, Iraq, war

Abstract
This paper examines President George Bush's appointments; including his Cabinet members, agency directors and national security advisors; to ascertain which of those is the most likely to leave the Capital first. Discussed are Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld; National Security Advisor, Condoleezza Rice; Christine Todd Whitman, head of the Environmental Protection Agency and Treasury Secretary, Paul O'Neill.

From the Paper
"Back to the future" describes one of Bush's Cabinet picks: Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, who held the same position for President Gerald Ford 25 years ago. Ford appointed Rumsfeld in 1975, not long after the U.S. exited the disastrous Vietnam War. At 43, he was the youngest defense secretary ever, though he didn't have much of a chance to leave a mark because his tenure last only 14 months because of Ford's defeat in the 1976 election (Risen 1). Now 68, Rumsfeld heads the Department of Defense in a dramatically different time. The Cold War has ended, and the Soviets no longer pose a threat. Rather than preparing for a global conflict, the American military must deal with new challenges, such as peacekeeping, low-level conflicts, terrorism, and an emerging China. Thus, while in 1975 Rumsfeld faced the mission of reviving a demoralized U.S. military, now he faces the daunting task of reshaping that monolithic organization (Risen 1).

Tags:rumsfeld, Condoleezza, Rice, whitman, o'neill, treasurey, secretary, protection, security, defense, minister

Abstract
This paper analyzes the role of presidential surrogates in shaping and influencing U.S. foreign policy, as well as in garnering public support for policy decisions. The paper defines surrogates as presidential spokespeople. In particular, the paper examines the following figures from 2003: Laura Bush, Dick Cheney, John Ashcroft, Condoleezza Rice, Donald Rumsfield and Colin Powell.

From the Paper
"The president of the United States functions as the head of government but his views, programs and policies are often articulated by members of the Executive Branch. Included in the Executive Branch are the various Cabinet members..."

Tags:presidential surrogates Bush Administration, COlin Powell, DOnald Rumsfeld

Abstract
Women have had many barriers toward the pursuit of political office worldwide in the cultures that would have set roles for women and in the balance of family considerations as well. This paper examines how the potential for women pursuing political office has grown exponentially regardless of these factors. It provides an exploration of women's political participation in the world today. It also provides an exploration of individual regions in regard to women's political participation and strategies as well as recommendations, including quotas, toward engaging women in the political processes worldwide.

Outline:
A New Wave of Women's Organizations
Invisible Barriers
Silence of Women

From the Paper
"According to the United Nations, the first country to grant women the right to vote was New Zealand in 1893. The UN continues to state that only twenty-eight women worldwide have been elected as heads of state or government in this century. Women currently would only hold 11.7 percent of the seats in the world's parliaments. The first and currently only equally distributed male and female diplomatic cabinet belonged to Sweden in 1995. The United Nations is not immune to the distortions of men and women within its ranks having only seven women serving amidst a total of 185 of the highest-ranking diplomats. Between the years 1987 and 1996, the percentage of female cabinet ministers worldwide rose from 3.4 to 6.8 percent. "

Tags:Evita, Peron, Indira, Gandhi, Margaret, Thatcher, Condoleezza, Rice

Abstract
This paper discusses the Israeli/Palestinian conflict and the role that the U.S. plays in influencing this conflict. It searches for the roots of the conflict between these two groups. It also explores the steps that have been taken to resolve the conflict, focusing on the part of the U.S. in the trying to resolve the conflict.

From the Paper
"The history that fuels this conflict is vast but it is vitally important that the history of the region is understood before we can understand what is happening in the region currently. The conflict between the two groups began at the turn of the century when Zionists immigrants began to enter Jerusalem in an attempt to establish a homeland. Zionists believe that God made promises to Abraham that the Jews, who are Abraham's descendants through Isaac, were to have Canaan (The land now known as Israel). Arabs, who are Abraham's descendants through his other son, Ishmael, were not to inherent the land.1 Palestinians were already living in the land when European Jews arrived after they arrived Palestinians and non-Jews comprised 90% of the population."

Tags:USA, Israel, Palestine, Zionist, Jewish, State, suicide, bomber, Condoleezza, Rice, Sharon, Arafat

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