Abstract The following is an undergraduate 5-page paper describing how colonialism influenced people in the Congo. The paper discusses how colonialism plays a part in contributing to the emergence of Third World countries.
Abstract This philosophical study examines the theme of justice and the well ordered soul in Plato's Republic. By examining the basis of Truth in Plato's Republic, the paper realizes the foundation for justice within this city. Also, the objective of truth should relate to the basis of the soul, which should be guided by the principles of justice within Plato's ideology. In this manner, Plato's Republic identifies the basis of justice upon the foundation of virtue and truth within the well ordered soul in this philosopher's ideal city state.
From the Paper "In this paper, the basis of justice within The Republic relies on the various facets of knowledge and the foundation for universal truths in governing. Plato and Socrates often agree that right and wrong often changes through the passage of time, but through a reference to justice, the Republic gives virtue and truth as the basis for honoring order. Through this construct of justice and order, the soul becomes the foundation for realizing the greater good of society. The well ordered soul is the key to realizing a universal truth that is unchanging and reliable. "
Abstract This paper describes a chain of events from the establishment of the Dominican Republic that would, over the space of the next five centuries, work to shape the political, societal and economic face of this Caribbean country. It describes the continuing conflict between the powers of Spain and France and the history of instability in politics as well as in society and economy. The paper gives an overview of the economic situation, the societal culture as well as an outlook for the future. It concludes that today, when international interference has subsided, the Dominican Republic will be able to progress and develop.
From the Paper "The thought of Christopher Columbus' first voyage of discovery in the late fifteenth century leads most of us to mentally envision the coast of North America and what has since come to be known as the country of the United States. When Columbus first sailed the ocean blue in the year 1492, however, he discovered a host of other uncharted territories, among them an island made up of mountainous terrain and rolling, fertile valley situated between the Caribbean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Atlantic Ocean that he called La Isla Espanola, or Hispaniola (Weil et al PG). Preliminary interaction with the native Taino, or Arawak, Indians led Columbus to immediately claim the territory in the name of Spain and to make subsequent attempts at settlement and excavation over the next few years. Settlement was finally established in the southern region of the island, in what is now known as the city of Santo Domingo, the largest city within and capital of the independent country currently known as the Dominican Republic (Weil et al PG)."
Tags: Dominican, Republic, Spain, France, culture, politics, society, economy
Abstract The following brief discussion will explore a handful of topics relating to the Roman Republic such as: government, Roman states, laws, family life, the downfall of the republic.
Abstract This paper delves into the causes of the collapse of the third French Republic which faced the threat of war against Nazi Germany. The occupation raises questions as to the causes of the collapse which date back to the 19th century.
From the Paper "The third republic was the longest lasting regime to have ruled France since 1789. It was a mixture of chaos and stability. Governments changed every eight months, but no other regime including today's fifth republic, has lasted even half as long. Between 1870, when it was born, and 1940, when it collapsed, the third French republic changed its government with rapidity unequalled in any other major European state. Yet at the same time the pattern of French society remained more stable than in any other European state. This paradox holds the key to understanding the causes of the third French republic's collapse in 1940."
Tags: french, hitler, society, war, nazis, germany, republic, ww1, ww2
Abstract The following paper looks at the combined elements of chaotic transition and developmental diversification that have traditionally hovered over the Dominican Republic . The author explores the continuing influence and effect that have resulted from the merging of these divergent factors.
From the Paper "The same white beaches and blue waters that drew Columbus to discover the shores of the Dominican Republic some five hundred years ago continue to draw the interest and attention of modern researchers and writers. In recent years, a wealth of information has been studied and published regarding the various factors that have historically shaped the political, societal and economic cultures of this Caribbean country as well as the forces and influences that continue to affect it today."
Abstract This paper compares and discusses Plato's belief that the love of wisdom must be joined with political power if there is to be well being as espoused in his work "The Republic" that was narrated by Socrates and depicts an ideal society called Utopia. The writer analyzes the ideals of this society and attitudes towards various factors - education, happiness and well-being.
From the Paper "Plato wrote "The Republic" sometime around 360 B.C. The narrator of the book is Socrates, who was Plato's teacher and mentor. The core theme of the book is "justice" and creating a "just" society or what came to be known as a Utopia. Central to this core theme are several other key ingredients, including the love of wisdom, political power, and personal well being. Plato begins the book with a search for what justice is, and by the end of the first book, Socrates admits that he still is not sure what is "just.""
An analysis of Rafael Trujillo's exercising of military power and economic monopoly in the Dominican Republic combined with United States compliance to the proliferation of dictatorship from 1930 until 1961.
Abstract This paper first provides a brief history of U.S. relations with the Dominican Republic (1869-1930) and the establishment of the Dominican National Guard by the United States. It examines the U.S. endorsement of Trujillo and Trujillo's subsequent military rise and the election of 1930. The structure and impact of the Dominican Army is analyzed along with the Dominican economy and American investments and Trujillo's economic monopoly.
From the Paper "From 1930 until 1961, a ruthless dictator named Rafael Leonidas Trujillo Molina ruled the Dominican Republic. As a result of his actions as dictator, Trujillo can be accurately described as an ambitious, corrupt, intelligent megalomaniac. In order to maintain absolute control for thirty-one years, Trujillo ran his administration with efficiency and expediency. Trujillo ascended to power in the Dominican Republic through military accomplishment in the Dominican National Guard, an army established by the United States in 1916, during Marine occupation. Throughout Trujillo's dictatorship, the United States continued as a willing participant, both diplomatically and politically. Once securely in a position of power, Trujillo used several tactics in order to maintain his status until his rule as dictator ended with his assassination in 1961. These tactics included the establishment of a single-party state, forced intellectual and educational conformity, and the regular use of a secret police. However, of all the tactics used by the dictator himself, the most effective means of control were his use of both ruthless military power and economic monopoly on the domestic population. Trujillo's methods of gaining and retaining absolute power in the Dominican Republic, coupled with United States influence during his regime, resulted in the proliferation of his dictatorship from 1930 until 1961."
Abstract This paper discusses Plato's "Republic" and the discussion between Glaucon and Socrates concerning the relationship between justice and happiness. The paper asserts Plato's viewpoint, which is that justice is a reward in itself, regardless of whether it results in personal advantage.
From the Paper "In Plato's Republic the philosophical question of justice arises between Socrates and Glaucon. Glaucon suggests three categories of justice and posits that justice is just a man made convention that humans practice because it is to their ..."
Abstract The paper shows how in Plato's "The Republic" the soul and the city are analogous entities, with corresponding virtues. The paper discusses how this relationship is elegant but problematic.
From the Paper "In Plato's immortal philosophical treatise "The Republic" a notion of the Good is advanced that defies subjectivity. Through Socrates, Plato illustrates that a rationalistic approach conjoining virtue and knowledge will yield certain objective truths about human nature and the ideal modes of human conduct. In a sense these truths apply directly to and correspond with the human soul and the human city."
Tags: plato, republic, book iv, justice, virtue, cardinal virtues, moderation
Abstract In this study of Book VIII of the 'Republic' by Plato, the writer shows that the philosopher introduces a political cycle beginning in timocracy and leading-- through oligarchy and democracy-- into tyranny. The writer contends that Plato's view of democracy is consistent with his tendency to regard entities with respect to their purest "form". The writer discusses Plato's view that in the case of democracy, pure liberty leads the city-state into anarchy and ultimately, dictatorship.
From the Paper "In Book VIII of Plato's immortal treatise 'The Republic', we find Socrates explaining the nature of the four degenerative or diseased states timocracy, oligarchy, democracy and finally tyranny. Each of these states represents a component of a cycle with one corrupted state preceding the other in succession. In this it is perhaps puzzling that Socrates anticipates that democracy will precede the formation of a tyrannical state, for these two states appear at first glance to be antithetical. In the first Timocratic state, the tricks and devices of war ... "
Abstract This paper discusses "Plato's Republic, Book VIII" and his philosophy of democracy. Through research the paper focuses on beliefs that contend that Plato was "anti-democratic", and that his ideas were the foundation of society.
From the Paper "In Plato's Republic, Book VIII, the created character, Socrates continued with his dialogue about what is just and unjust. A dialogue between two men ensues, and through the conversation there emerges a philosophy about the world, and man's place within it. The theory contends that there are five levels of a state, and each of these levels corresponds with the type of man that may be found there. The levels descend from perfection to the lowest form of being, with philosophers existing in the perfect state. Plato contends that every man has a choice to decide how he will live, and how his state will function. Every human being must make choices at every stage of society. However, once the human being transcends the perfect, or aristocratic state, the social order, as well as the man, will continue to drift down to the lowest form, according to Plato."
Abstract This paper discusses the concept of justice in Plato's "The Republic," noting that Socrates investigates the nature of the city-state and what the ideal city-state should be and that he discusses a variety of views on justice and types of justice. The paper describes how Socrates begins with justice as tradition and continues through other concepts to show how the argument develops.
From the Paper "In Plato's Republic, Socrates investigates the nature of the city-state and what the ideal city-state should be. The primary subject of The Republic is justice, examined in broad terms and with specific reference to different theories of justice. Socrates discusses a variety of views on justice and types of justice. The first conception of justice offered in The Republic is justice that underlies traditional morality, and it is Cephalus who suggests this definition. He looks back over his life and states that justice is found in speaking the truth and paying your debts."
Abstract This book discusses the similarities and differences in Books II through VII of Plato's "Republic" regarding the best combination of civic traits desirable for citizens and philosophers in the city. For example, in his description of the most admirable traits of a warrior-guardian, Socrates declared that those who on each occasion would do what is best for the city would be the best guardians. He also declared that they would also be the best citizens because good citizens devote themselves to the good of the city as a whole.
Abstract This paper is based on Plato's Republic and a conversation that Socrates has with another philosopher on leadership qualities. The role of a good leader, according to the ancient Greeks, is described, along with the necessary character traits. The author also draws attention to the qualities of weak leaders and the methods they use.
From the Paper "In Plato's Republic, Socrates discusses importance of being a good ruler and the qualities that person should have. The key trait that he brings to light is having knowledge, often saying that philosophers would make the best rulers because they have the most knowledge of anyone in the state. In the case of Creon from Sophocles' famed play Antigone, he seems to prove Socrates' point by demonstrating that ruling with an iron fist is just a way to cover up for incompetence and lack of the aforementioned knowledge."
