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Ronald Reagan And The Strategic Defensive Initiative ( SDI), 2002.
Examines President Reagan's commitment to the SDI.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, $ 63.95
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Examines President Reagan's commitment to the SDI. His personal involvement with the Star Wars notion. His personal and political beliefs. Speeches he gave that dealt with the need for SDI. Use of the term "evil empire." Positioning of SDI as the primary strategic response of the U.S. Reagan's simple view of good and bad.
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"Ronald Reagan's decision to announce the Strategic Defensive Initiative (SDI) on March 23, 1983 had its roots in Reagan's personality, beliefs, and management style. But the event has been shrouded in protective myths that, while they allowed for the effects of the President's personality and decision-making process, primarily served propaganda needs and the particular strategies of those who told the stories. Critical interpretations of the development of the idea and its presentation have covered a broad range of possibilities as well--from the influence of the movies on the President to the pro-Reagan claims that his concern over the abolition of all nuclear weapons was the true source of his interest in the SDI. By all accounts, however, Reagan was extraordinarily detached from the decision-making process in his own administrations, both as ..."
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The Strategic Defense Initiative, 2002.
An overview of the origins and objectives of the Strategic Defense Initiative.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 115.95
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This paper will discuss the Strategic Defense Initiative, and all of the facets of history that tie it to the nuclear arms race, which it was supposed to defend against. By understanding the many political, economic, and nuclear powered reasons why the defense of the United States was needed, the objective of the Strategic Defense Initiative can be explained. With all of the objections, and the positive qualities about the defense system at hand, we can see why it was created, and under what circumstances this was made. With the pieces of the international nuclear threat as a foundation to the creation of the program, as well as the idea of world war in the threat of Russian capabilities, it is not hard to see why this initiative was created to stop air born missiles from satellites armed with powerful lasers.
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The Strategic Defense Initiative, 2008.
An analysis of the failings of the strategic defense initiative and the promises for absolute security in the U.S.
2,749 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 82.95
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This paper discusses the mythical proportions of the strategic defense initiative (SDI). It discusses the promises of technology and absolute security and how the SDI failed on both counts. The paper analyzes why the mythical promise of the SDI allowed the U.S. to believe that threats to its own security could be surmounted and controlled and then describes the problems with this promise.
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"In other words, Reagan's dream of an absolutely defended nation endures because the value of the SDI and its successors has almost nothing to do with their ability to deliver on their respective promises of security. It is enough that they can lay claim to those promises, that they can presume to provide the myth of security via technology. Without understanding the feasibility of such a system or the science (or lack thereof) behind it, the U.S. has allowed the SDI to persist for more than twenty years because it fulfills a need in the hearts of the people and its leaders. It allows us to believe that sometime soon, maybe this year or the next, we will be able to create a foolproof technological wonder that will absolutely protect the nation and its citizens from threat of attack or danger of death or destruction. As threats to the United States and its interests seem to crop up on a daily basis, it is no wonder that many in the government, military, and in the nation have embraced tightly the vision of an absolutely protected nation safeguarded under a missile shield."
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The Strategic Defense Initiative, 2008.
This paper explores the USA's controversial Strategic Defense Initiative, also known as "Star Wars".
2,058 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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The paper looks at the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) and outlines its emergence, its re-emergence under the administration of George W. Bush, and why it proved so controversial. The paper utilizes a sociological perspective, assessing what fears and preoccupations in American society have allowed the costly and untested SDI to remain a viable policy option. The paper concludes that paranoia about America's place in the world relative to the Soviet Union and a sense that the United States is always under threat of imminent attack, have made the SDI seem like a worthy policy consideration for the United States of America. The paper includes an annotated bibliography.
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"To begin with, Ronald Reagan's advocacy of the "Star Wars" program in 1983 was rooted in an almost-religious faith in technology and in the hope it offered; in short, he wished to replace the politics of fear with a new politics that would encourage the nation's citizens to place their trust in the ability of (military) technology to protect them from any nuclear holocaust. Obviously, military types (the ones who would be overseeing something as enormous as the SDI) loved it because "Star Wars" gave them pre-eminence in the grand scheme of things; further, politicians in Washington were drawn to the SDI (and remain so today) because it afforded a vision of an America impervious to the dangers of the world and invulnerable to events happening elsewhere - and also invulnerable to the pressures contingent with having to be accountable to others beyond their borders for foreign policy decisions."
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Ronald Reagan Presidential Analysis, 2008.
An analysis of Ronald Reagan's time in the White House.
1,395 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 46.95
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This paper reviews the presidency of Ronald Reagan, including his rise to power in the mid 1970s and the legacy left behind by his term in office. The author notes in his paper how Reagan is remembered by all, regardless of their affiliation, for his charismatic leadership.
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Reagan, Ronald - Presidential Overview
Primary political platform.
State of the nation prior to presidency.
What Carter, Nixon and Ford lacked.
The Crisis Bringing Reagan to Power
The Iranian Hostage Crisis.
Distress Followers Would Face
Economic burden and budget deficit.
Welfare reforms.
Reagan's Personal Goals & Achievements
Reaganomics.
Help cut taxes and increase American pride and honor.
End Cold War.
Ronald Reagan the Legacy
Personal perspectives on Reagan
Conclusions
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"The crisis situation resulting in Ronald Reagan's rise to power was the Iranian Hostage event. In 1979 the ruler or Shah of Iran was overthrown by fundamentalist Muslims, younger citizens, college-age students that stormed the US embassy in Tehran and took US hostages, holding them for 444 days (Cannon, 2001; Sharpe & Pemberton, 1998; Henry & Ritter, 1992). This whole event occurred at the end of Jimmy Carter's first term in office, and became a very serious issue in the following election. Ultimately, Ronald Reagan won a very big victory because of this. Ronald did run a couple of times however for President before coming to office. His first loss was in 1976 when he ran against Ford; however, this time Reagan had a strong defense platform, and a campaign he focused on the return of "America to greatness" which helped build his power, reputation and campaign (Young, 2004, p. 18)."
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President Ronald Wilson Reagan.
This paper discusses the life of President Ronald Wilson Reagan, including Alzheimer's Disease.
850 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper explains that Ronald Wilson Reagan, born in 1911 in a small Illinois town, became a radio announcer for the Chicago Cubs baseball team, and then had a lengthy career in film and television because of his strong, clear voice and athletic physique. The author points out that Reagan wanted to be known as a president who favored tax cuts and a smaller government, while building up the military and standing up against communism. The paper states that Reagan is best known for his plea to end communist aggression in Europe, which eventually led to the breakup of the Soviet Union in 1990.
Table of Contents
Ronald Reagan, a Person to be Remembered
Background
Reagan's Humble Background
Early Life and Career
Political Career
Governor of California
President of the U.S.
Later Life
After the Presidency
Alzheimer's Disease
Death
Conclusion
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"After his two terms as President, Reagan retired to his ranch in California to live out his golden years. In 1992, he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and this sad time in his life may end up being his greatest legacy. The world became familiar with this debilitating disease as it progressed in the former President. People began to truly understand how this disease affects the mind of sufferers, and watched as a vital and healthy man degenerated into a life of isolation and withdrawal."
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Ronald Reagan, 2002.
A biography of the life and career of Ronald Reagan.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper addresses the life of Ronald Reagan. His life before politics and life after politics was as astonishing as his life as a president of the United States. Ronald Reagan was the first president to be reelected to a second term since Dwight D. Eisenhower. His life story from the days in Illinois to his life now is different than most people.
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Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) in a Unipolar World, 2000.
This paper analyzes the reasons for the slow changes in military policies.
1,105 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 38.95
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In the post cold war era, the role of nuclear weapons and the policy of deterrence has changed, yet the military policy lags behind it. This paper analyzes the reasons for the slow changes in military policies.
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"The strategic defense initiative, SDI, a US government program responsible for the research and development of a multi-pronged missile defense system was announced by President Reagan in 1983, and has since been the source of intense controversy. The initial intent of the SDI program was to shield the US against missile attacks from the Soviet Union, but with the collapse of the latter in the early 90s, it had lost its reason for existence. Since then however, President Bush Sr. and the incumbent President George W. Bush have pushed hard for rapid development of its descendant, the National Missile Defense program, citing the ?rogue state threat?, even at the expense of jeopardizing existing agreements including the ABM treaty of 1972 and START II."
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Ronald Reagan, 2003.
An analysis of the policies and success of Ronald Reagan in implementing a conservative agenda.
2,534 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper examines how the underlying achievement of Ronald Reagan's 1980 election campaign was that Reagan united the varying sections of the conservative movement and became a figurehead who appeared the heroic embodiment of American conservatism. It looks at some of his conservative reforms such as defense agenda as well as changes to legislation and public thought.
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"Reagan succeeded in implementing his conservative defence agenda during his first term as his administration 'spent unprecedented sums for a massive defence build up' that included the 'placement of intermediate-range nuclear missiles in Europe to counter Soviet deployments of similar missiles.' Reagan also succeeded in pressing ahead with the controversial 'Strategic Defense Initiative' (SDI) research programme that would 'explore advanced technologies, such as lasers and high-energy projectiles' to 'defend against intercontinental ballistic missiles,' despite the extraordinary sums of money involved."
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Ronald Reagan, 2006.
An analysis of the life and career of Ronald Reagan.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses how the fortieth President of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan, displayed many outstanding leadership qualities throughout his long and eventful life. He first gained national fame and personal success as a movie actor in Hollywood, before becoming involved in southern California politics. His charisma, polished speaking skills, and conservative positions on social and national defense issues won him the California governorship in 1966, which made him a major figure in the Republican Party and future contender for the White House. Historians are in general agreement that Reagan pursued the governorship of California and the presidency of the United States because of the powerful influence Nancy Reagan had on him.
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Edmund Morris' "Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan", 2005.
This paper is a critical analysis of Edmund Morris' "Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan", a wild revision of the biographical style combining both fiction and non-fiction.
2,085 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper explains that, in Edmund Morris' "Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan", Morris introduces himself into the narrative both as a true eyewitness and as a fictional one, who is both older and more American than the authentic Morris and lives a life oddly paralleled to Reagan's life. The author points out that, while "Dutch" clearly is not a traditional biography, it adheres to the most important aspects of the fundamental biographical style in that it provides the reader with ample information about Reagan through the most significant moments of his life. The paper relates that Morris developed this style because, despite having been paid more than $2.9 million to write an official biography, Morris found himself deterred by a calculated silence on Reagan's part, which left the author grappling to find who Reagan really was as a man.
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"Throughout the course of the book, Morris again and again refers to Reagan in physical form, noticing his "deep-chested" strength as a youth, his elegant aging as a 30-year-old actor, and his stiff comportment as a President. At times the descriptions slide into the sensual: "That hard, splendid body, those bruising arms and knees, the prickle of wet wool..." describes the young lifeguard Reagan. Later, "that quiet, palpable mass, at once majestic and unthreatening. It's not simply an aggregate of height and breadth....he [crowds] one's horizon." While these descriptions may seem to be the result of literary license, emphasizing the body rather than the man, they have the distinct effect of creating a character who is almost a paperboard cut-out. By focusing on the two-dimensional, this effect iterates the importance of Reagan's "acting" rather than his authentic "feeling"."
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Ronald Wilson Reagan, 2002.
A look at the life and career of the fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper is in the form of a biography of the fortieth president of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan. The author examines Reagan's early life in Illinois, his years at Eureka College, his radio career, his Hollywood movies, and his venture into politics in California. Citing a variety of sources, the author also discusses Reagan's personality, his political and social philosophies, and his emergence into national politics in 1966. Reagan's two terms as president are analyzed, and his ultimate political legacy is summarized at the end of the paper.
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Ronald Reagan?s Government, 2004.
This paper discusses the economic and foreign affairs policies of Ronald Reagan conservative government in the 1980s, during his term as the president of the U.S.
849 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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The paper discusses and analyzes Reagan?s reforms and policies, whether these reforms helped the country?s economic growth and political relations with other countries, and a general assessment of Reagan as a conservative president. In effect, this paper centers on Ronald Reagan as U.S. president and the positive and negative aspects that led to the rise and fall of the ?Golden Age?, or ?Conservative Revolution?, in the history of America.
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"In the history of United States, Ronald Reagan, 40th president of America, became popularly known as the leader of the ?Conservative era of American governance.? This is because during his term, he introduced reforms that radically changed the political and social landscape of the country. These radical changes, however, were not at all ?radical?; instead, Reagan proposed reforms that veered towards a conservative thrust among the nation?s domestic and international affairs. Reagan?s term between the years 1981-1989 introduced the popular economic reform termed as ?Reaganomics,? and strengthened the country?s domestic and international policies. Furthermore, Reagan had also managed to create and maintain civil foreign relations with the Union Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR), despite apparent hostilities between the two countries, particularly in the part of the United States."
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President Ronald W. Reagan, 2007.
This paper argues that Ronald Reagan epitomizes the heart of leadership.
1,295 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper states that Ronald W. Reagan (1912-2004) is now considered to be among the greatest U.S. presidents, which is not a bad achievement for a former "not so great" Hollywood actor who, at 69, was the oldest person to be elected president. The author stresses that Reagan possessed most of the qualities common in all great leaders, such as courage, confidence, vision, character, passion and great communication skills. The paper relates that these leadership qualities enabled Regan not only to lift the country out of economic depression and a serious crisis of confidence but also won the Cold War against the Soviets without firing a single shot.
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"Like other successful leaders, Reagan was a visionary. He had an unflinching belief in the superiority of democracy and capitalism over the totalitarian philosophy of Communism. Very early on in his Presidency, therefore, he had boldly predicted that "the march of freedom and democracy ... will leave Marxism-Leninism on the ash heap of history." Coupled with his grand, long-term vision of the international scene to end the Cold War on a triumphant note, he also had an equally ambitious domestic vision of reducing the intrusiveness of the government and ..."
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Ronald Reagan: 1981 Tax Cut And Leadership, 2002.
Looks at the leadership style of former U.S. President, Ronald Reagan, and the economic effects of his 1981 tax cuts.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 13 sources, $ 97.95
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This eleven-page senior paper explores the leadership qualities of the fortieth US President Ronald Reagan that allowed his drastic tax cuts to succeed. Moreover, the paper explores the immediate and belated economic effects of his tax cuts.
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