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The paper analyzes the gender roles of Greek and Roman culture through the construct of feminism within religious and governmental functions for women. The paper explains that although Greek and Roman cultures were essentially equal in their limitations on the autonomy of women, the Greeks provided a foundation for a greater sense of liberties for women through the festival of Thesmophoria. The paper discusses how in the case of the Romans, the lesser role of women created only ceremonial affectations toward the basis of feminism within a religious construct, but did not provide a practical way for women to empower themselves or be separate and equal participants in government.

Tags:rome, greece, roles

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The appropriate role of government in the economy is an issue that has been long debated. Several hundred years into the debate, no solid answer exists. Throughout the 20th century alone, several different forms of governance have been attempted, and while some have been more successful than others, the prevailing mixed economy (limited laissez faire) used in most developed countries seems to offer a reasonably decent solution. The key to this form of economy, it seems, is flexibility; with the government more active at some times than others. Good leaders know where the strengths of capitalism lay and what its limitations are. The proper role of government, in this broad sense, is to maximize the benefits of capitalism by staying out of the economy, but exerting some influence in areas where capitalism is deficient.

Tags:role, government, economy

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This essay discusses the shape and nature of a potential utopian society by examining briefly three concepts hotly debated by philosophers and political scientists. These topics are personal property, social classes, and the distribution of wealth. The paper concludes by saying that the best society closest to utopia will be the one in which the government plays the least significant role.

From the Paper
"The Shape of Utopia Philosophers have examined and proposed ideal societies for thousands of years, with written examples as old as Plato's Republic. Despite this preponderance of theory, the practical realization of the utopian ideal has remained fleetingly out of reach. To presume to have the ability to imagine a utopia, where so many others have failed, might betray one's own arrogance. Nonetheless, the promise of a finer world is too enticing to ignore. In "Civil Disobedience" Henry David Thoreau wrote, "There will never be a really free and enlightened state, until the State comes to recognize the individual as a higher and independent power, from which all its own power and authority are derived, and treats him accordingly" (Thoreau 31). It is with this statement in mind that we shall visit the possibility of a utopian society. "

Tags:utopia, government, civil

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This paper examines the role of the federal government (Congress and the Federal Courts) as it relates to the Watergate scandal. The first section of the paper examines the role of the judicial arm of government while the second section examines the role of the legislative branch of government. The final section discusses government process and practices in relation to the Watergate affair.

From the Paper
"Writing for the Washington Post, staff writers Stern and Johnson reported that President Richard Milhous Nixon had just accepted the resignations of four of his closest aides, fired his counsel John W. Dean III and appointed Defense Secretary Elliott L. Richardson to take over responsibility for uncovering the whole truth about the Watergate scandal. Of this scandal the writers report 'On Nov. ... Mr. Nixon won his great victory and by the time of his second inauguration..."

Tags:Watergate, Congress, Federal courts, federal government

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This paper first provides a brief overview of Milton Friedman's and Arthur Okun's views on the economic role of government and then addresses their differences. One of the main topics of the paper, however, is the way in which the scholars actually agree, which is only apparent after scratching below the surface a bit.

From the Paper
"Milton Friedman and Arthur Okun are considered by many to be on opposite ends of the spectrum when it comes to ideas about how to redistribute income from the rich to the poor. Friedman is by most definitions a conservative in this context, while Okun is usually placed in the liberal camp."

Tags:bucket, capitalism, conservative, freedom, government, leaky, liberal, policy, poverty, redistribution, tax

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This paper argues that government support for the arts can have a negative impact on artists, audiences and market sectors. It discusses the problem of the government considering artistic merit based on the artist's ideology. The author also mentions the role of the National Endowment for the Arts.

From the Paper
"Should governments control public funding in order to shape the arts world addressing diverse audiences and determining not only what art events are offered but also who should attend. Opinion on this issue is divided ..."

Tags:Arts, Government support, National Endowment for the Arts

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This paper examines how gender roles of women vary greatly between cultures. Specifically, it looks at two that stand out the most - gender roles of women in the country of Afghanistan of Taliban culture, and the working class woman of the western culture, namely the United States. It analyzes how these roles are constantly evolving and adapting based on individual circumstances, ongoing global conflicts, and cultural adaptation.

From the Paper
"By comparison American women do not have the limitations set forth by an evil dictating government or a society that views them as lesser individuals. However, that is not to say that women in the United States haven't had it rough through the course of history. Even our society has viewed women as lesser and not as great as man. One of the more prominent examples of this, is the American woman's right to vote. This right did not come into written law until the 1920s, led by skilled organizers by the names of Carrie Chapman Catt and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Stanton once said, "Resolved, that it is the duty of the women of this country to secure to themselves their sacred right to the elective franchise." (Krasner-Khait, 2004, 6p,) In addition to the right to vote, many African-American women in the United States were slaves and led a rough abusive life. "

Tags:taliban, government, west, islam, equality

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The role of the federal government in determining policies and practices in the nation's school is traced. The author contends that the federal agency's role is limited, and may involve little more than seeing that applications for funding are properly submitted, compliance or audit issues resolved and money disbursed in timely fashion.

From the Paper
"Critics of federal involvement in public schools say that state and local authorities understand better what kind of standards and practices their school districts need. Some also believe that national standards or testing will inevitably lead to a national curriculum, the contents of which may be fiercely opposed by some local school boards. Finally, critics say that increased federal involvement adds another expensive bureaucratic layer to the educational system. In the United States education is supposed to be a responsibility of the sub-national governments. However, the federal government intervenes often to define curricula and standards, to grant research money, to regulate, to allocate scholarships, and so forth. This problem is, of course, not limited to the United States."

Tags:control, public, schools, local, districts, governments, textbook, selection, teacher, certification, equitable, school, funding

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This three-page undergraduate paper looks into the problem of urban and rural poverty and examines Federal Government's role in its elimination. While some argue that Federal Government should not interfere in the process, it would be unwise to deny Government a part in seeking an effective solution, since poverty relief on a national scale can be achieved with due help from the Government.

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This paper examines how Mills explores the idea that liberty is in fact, truly realized only in a nation where a representative government is elected. A representative government can be defined in fact, as a democratic government, one that is elected for the people by the people. The writer explains how Mills defines government in many ways, in an attempt to identify the role of government in keeping order and maintaining progress in a democratic society, yet also in a manner that supports the cause of "liberty and justice for all."

From the Paper
"Mills reconciles or brings together liberty and democracy by demonstrating how the two exist in and of themselves yet also together. A democratic government, for example, is in essence one that promotes the liberty of it's community members and people. Mills goes on to discuss the importance of political institutions as mechanisms with which to foster in members of the community that have "desirable qualities, moral and intellectual". A government that fosters such desirable traits will operate in the most efficient manner."

Tags:justice, democracy, politics