Essays and Research Papers on Political Theory

This 5 page report discusses the concept of truly “multi-party” system and whether or not it could succeed in the United States. With as many Americans claiming to be completely disenchanted with the nations politics and with so many proving it by their refusal to vote. it would certainly appear that an enormous number of people want and need ...

An 8 page examination of the premises of democracy as seen through the eyes of the ancient philosophers and the sixteenth century Italian leader. Notes the opinions of these great thinkers on aspects the basic concept of whether one man should rule over another and the necessity of government and how that necessity relates ...

Democracy is commonly defined as a political process and associated with the mechanism of electoral rule, however, it is ineffably intertwined with the processes of government, economics and cultural mandates. This 5 page paper argues that all three of these great philosophers: Mill, Rousseau and Tocqueville, would agree to the statement, 'Democracy is not a mechanical device, it is, ...

5 pages in length. The writer discusses how Plato possessed a decidedly authoritarian view of government, believing that the most perfect system of administration is one that had total and complete rule over the land, effectively eschewing democracy. Bibliography lists 1 source.

3 pages in length. Of all the provocative topics pertaining to political administration and policy-making, perhaps none is as incendiary as the long-standing debate over which model represents the most appropriate approach for government to take. Examining both the bureaucratic and classic models provides a wholly opposing look at the direction from which ...

This 5 page paper examines Mill's theory of untilitarianism and if it conflicts with his theory of liberal government. This paper cites examples from his work and offers an analysis as to why these two theories do not actually conflict. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper examines several issues with regard to democracy in the United States, and argues that the current government is not democratic. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the difficulties the government has experienced in various industries in trying to regulate technology that is in high demand by the public. Using numerous examples other industries the author contends that governmental attempts at regulating the cell phone industry will be difficult even if definitive and quantitative risks regarding cancer are ...

A 6 page research paper that analyzes Plato's Crito, regarding the death of Socrates, and Henry David Thoreau's Civil Disobedience, in order to defend the concept that, while both Socrates and Thoreau criticized their governments, they both still supported democracy. No additional sources cited.

This 7 page paper defines federalism in terms of the difference between the United States government and the Canadian then looks at the recent political controversies arising from the specific style of federalism (known as 'executive federalism) in Canada. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines the difference between "civic" and "ethnic" democracies (or nationalism). The writer discusses the dangers of the democratization process and how "civic" democracy leads to peaceful governments, while "ethnic" does not. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper plus outline on federalism and the structure of the US federal government. The writer argues that the changes that have occurred in federalism in the US have aided in its original purpose. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses various reasons why the democratic form of government is very difficult to create and sustain. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page overview of the political face of Western Europe. Uses Great Britain and Germany as examples of democratic countries which incorporate an interesting blend of socialism into their politics and economics. Notes that there are tremendous differences even within Western Europe as to the role of the government in human welfare ...

A 6 page paper that presents the concept of self-reliance as supported by both Emerson and Thoreau. Both of these writers present arguments for self-reliance as a means of separation from governmental constraints. While Thoreau gives a very consistent consideration of the need for separation from government, Emerson tempers his presentation of self-reliance with ...

7 pages in length. The concept of political revolution has existed as a discontented rumbling since the day man decided to govern himself. Since that time, the inherent conflict of maintaining a balance between political authority and the people upon which it is imposed has challenged even the most democratic governments. John ...

A 5 page paper discussing the problems of extreme liberalism. Far-left liberalism negatively affects those subjected to it. It grows government and stunts business, and prevents individuals from prospering as much as they could without governmental interference. The old saying that we need both liberalism and conservatism holds much wisdom, however. Unyielding conservatism is no ...

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of neoliberalism in Canada. The manner in which neoliberalism has contributed to the growth of government and economic inequality is emphasized. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page essay addressing the question of whether our Federal Reserve chairman is a supply-side economist or an Keyesian, whether he favors the tax cuts proposed by George W. Bush, whether he if for free trade or protectionism, laissez-faire or tight government regulation, economic growth or wealth redistribution. The question of how Greenspan views ...

An 8 page paper that discusses the propositions of Putnam and Polanyi. Both believed that politics and economics are embedded in the culture. Putnam specifically suggested that community association was responsible for having an effective democratic government. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page outline of the classical liberalist approach to protecting individual rights through the establishment of government. This paper points out both the similarities and differences in these men’s philosophies, asserting that they were unified in their desire to not only abolish feudalism but to establish a system which worked in protecting the ...

Several authors are noted, including Tocqueville and Emerson, on the subject of individuality. This 5 page paper provides examples to show just how American society today limits the rights of individuals. The school systems in the country are attacked as being an arm of the government's propaganda machine. Bibliography lists 3 sources .

A 3 page review of three of the founding principles upon which our country is based. This paper traces the decay of one of those principles, the principle of citizen participation in government. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 12 page paper delves into this form of government and explores the Netherlands. Some country information is contained in the discussion. History is relied upon in order to come up with an answer to the question posed by this insightful paper. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

John Locke is purported to be the inspiration for federalism which is the basis for the American form of government. This 5 page paper explores the meaning of federalism and then applies what is known to the supreme court case of Quill Corp. v. North Dakota. Finally, it compares the federalism found in the U. S. Constitution ...