Essays and Research Papers on Political Theory

A five page paper analyzing Niccolo Machiavelli's attitude toward the common people of Italy as evidenced in his work 'The Prince.' The paper argues that Machiavelli believed that a nation composed of relatively powerless common people was best served by a powerful and centralized government which made their decisions for them, and aggressively defended their ...

This 4 page paper examines the role of the CIA in regards to how the U.S. government develops its foreign policies. This paper provides examples of ways in which the CIA shapes policies. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 6 page report discusses the Constitution of the United States and how it has shaped political theory, meaning, and life in the U.S. The goal of any meaningful constitutional text must be not simply to structure a government, but to construct a political system, one that can guide the formation of a larger constitution, a “way of life” that is ...

This 36 page paper looks at new legislation which prompted cuts in home health care. One section includes details in terms of the history of home health care. This philosophy paper also includes a detailed look at utilitarianism and theories of self interest. The conclusion draws on the philosophical positions in discerning ...

This 5 page paper considers the liberal perspective and applies liberal theory to an understanding of healthcare and healthcare reform. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page overview of nineteenth century European history. The author asserts that a strong sense of nationalism can allow a country to overcome all odds. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page consideration of the contention that he contention that the history of supporting indigenous communities with no consideration of long-term economic viability has imperiled the health of cultures all over the world. Examples are presented from the Irish Travelers, the Torres Strait Islanders, and the Australian Aboriginals. The conclusion is made ...

A 9 page consideration of both the positives and negatives of mandatory civil and community service. This paper tracesthe history of this approach in the U.S. and contends that it has more negatives than positive impacts. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page essay that contrasts and compares the views of several philosophers across history concerning what they have said about the basis for social order and man's place with that framework. The views of Pericles, Sima Qian, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke and Freud are discussed. No bibliography is provided.

A 5 page contention that legislative change is contingent upon historical and organizational behavior and often comes in the form of leadership styles, House norms and party strength. While the governmetnal provisions we have in place to determine Congressional action are well-founded, actual legislative change is contingent to a large degree upon the personality of Congress ...

This 3 page paper defines terrorism, distinguishes between left wing and right wing acts of terrorism, and traces it through history back to the Russian Revolution, the Boston Tea Party, and the Irish Republican Army to today. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page overview of the history and contemporary importance of civil disobedience. Its influence in ending the Vietnam War is emphasized. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

The sacred nature of all living things demands that mankind re-vision the current belief to see that man is but a component of an unknowable system that has no beginning and no end. This 9 page paper argues that both systems theory and institutionalism allow for the process of the 'welfare state' within the history of American economical, moral and ...

This 3 page paper contends that history proves our nation is capable of insuring equality because we are not above implementing change to do so. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 4 page paper consists of an annotated bibliography of ten sources that explore conspiracy theories surrounding this fateful day in history. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 3 page paper provides information about the history of both parties. Various nuances of each party are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper which examines the West’s efforts to democratize Iraq, and argues that ethnic and religious divisions, frequent insurgencies, lack of civil society, and a long history of anti-democratic (anti-Western) sentiments will make attempts at democracy fall short. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper examines these concepts and more as it compares and contrasts the views of Putnam and Bellah. Has social capital eroded or has history taken a normal course where individualism still stands? Various concepts are defined and discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper argues that direct democracy is impractical and looks at the concept historically. Ancient history is disused as well as how classic authors viewed the concept. Athenian democracy is compared to the representative democracy that exists today. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page overview of the World Trade Organization. The author outlines the history of the organization and traces its accomplishments as well as its criticisms. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page overview of the life and philosophies of Thomas Paine. While modern history remembers him as a critical contributor to American and French independence, Thomas Paine left this world with a dubious reputation. His political contributions, however, are today considered invaluable both in regard to their inspiring the American Revolution and ...

This 3 page paper argues that the current economic structure of our country has arisen largely as a result of slave labor in our earlier history. The author contends blacks should receive reparations for this injustice. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page review of the 1968 article by author Nelson W. Polsby. This article traces the history of the U.S. House of Representatives from its initial formation in the mid 1700s to the mid 1900s and supports the authors contention that within these two centuries the House of Representatives has become progressively more institutionalized. ...

This 4 page paper looks at various philosophical points of view and evaluates Fukuyama's end of history debate. An overview of different ideologies--liberalism, conservatism and Marxism--are explored. The paper contends that liberalism is dominant in the world. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper reviews key documents from history that ultimately are reflected in the US Constitution. These Documents include the Magna Carta, the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Federalist Papers, and the Articles of Confederation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.