Daniel Drezner’ Theories of International Politics

Daniel Drezner explores the concept of realism in his book, ‘Theories of International Politics and Zombies’. Realism has a diverse range of interpretations in the modern society. Some of the theoretical concepts in the field realism include artistic realism, legal realism and defensive realism are. Realism involves examination of the...

Breaking of Public Service Rules: Causes and Consequences

Introduction Public policies dictate various ethical codes of conduct that public servants should follow in a bid to maintain delivery of services in ethically acceptable means. Common misunderstanding of ethical principles that govern the workplace usually causes ethical issues. This situation makes public employees vulnerable to breaking of public service...

Korean Conflict: North vs South Korea War (1950-1953)

Introduction The Korean Conflict was a domestic and armed war that took place in the Korean Peninsula. The conflict was between North and South Korea. It got to its peak between 1950 and 1953. The conflict emanated from the partitioning of Korea after WWII. As a result, industrialist and socialist...

The Role of Air Defense Artillery in the Vietnam War

Introduction History of America shows that over many decades, the country has been involved in various military conflicts and operations. For example, it is known that in the 1950s, the United States became involved in the war in Korea (Kwon, 2020). One of the main reasons for the introduction of...

Political Ideologies of Liberalism and Conservatism: A Comparison

Political ideologies are numerous and exceptionally diverse in their nuanced approach toward the ideas of governance, ethics, and principles. However, out of the multitude of the existing perspectives on the development and further coordination of social order, two particular theories have become so prominent that they have gained the dominant...

Accountability and Corruption in the Public Sector

Introduction Governments act in their citizens’ interests by promoting beneficial projects, policies, and services. Those in leadership positions act on behalf of the electorate to transform their lives and experiences. Unfortunately, corruption and economic abuses are common malpractices whereby some powerful individuals to pursue their selfish interest at the expense...

“The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism” by Max Weber

Basic Knowledge Max Weber, a German sociologist, gives his ethical views on the protestant religion and its contribution to capitalism. In his argument, he demonstrates various communication skills that advanced the theoretical knowledge of rhetoric and philosophy of communication. Firstly, Weber consistently gathers his facts before staging them in his...

Social Structure in the Brave New World

Pleasurable diversions have the capability to create a society where people are distracted to the point where they can hardly notice that they are living in servitude. This is the essence of Aldous Huxley’s novel, which was published in 1931 (Huxley, 2004). At this time, he did not perceive the...

Why Celebrities Should Avoid Political Topics

Celebrity is a somewhat novel concept that has emerged after the focus of public lives moved away from the government. It may be partially attributed to television, which enabled people to see famous people up close and changed the course of politics. However, even then, the interactions of media stars...

Compare and Contrast the Watergate and the Iran-Contra Scandals

Introduction Historically, several scandals have occurred in the United States of America government. Naturally, some of these incidences are peculiar, hence they call for a high level of attention globally. The two most common types of acts that most Americans have continued to remember are Watergate’s impeccable misconduct and the...

Stateless Nations: Catalonia and Scotland

Despite enormous technological and intellectual progress and the rapid pace of globalization, the 21st century still witnesses political, cultural, religious and territorial disputes, conflicts and even wars over unsettled issues of nationalism and ethnicity throughout the whole world. The struggle of stateless nations, i.e. “geographically concentrated populations sharing common identities...

The Weapons of Mass Destruction

Weapons of Mass Destruction The 2003 Iraq War added vigor to the discussions and debates on weapons of mass destruction – their definition, their use, control and the threat they represent to the world at large in the future. This paper attempts to shed light on some salient key topics,...

Herbermas and the Public Sphere

Introduction Discussion Habermas has been concerned with the development and decline of public sphere right from his earliest works. The public sphere was defined by Habermas as ‘a realm of social life in which something approaching public opinion can be founded’ (Habermas, 1989, p2). In public sphere, citizens discuss without...

The Impact of Globalization on World Politics

Blurring boundaries through globalization We live in a time when the application of conventional social, economic and political terminology, to describe the realities of living in a post-industrial world, can no longer be thought of as fully adequate. Nowadays, politics is much better described in terms of economy, social and...

Quality Management in UAE Army

Table of Contents The Quality Acknowledgements I would like to express gratitude to those people who helped me and contributed to the successful completion of this assignment. Sincere thanks to the representatives of UAE Army military and Human Resource Department; besides, I would like to thank to the research center...

Doublespeak in Government Documents

Introduction Introductory strategy According to source watch, the term double speak was coined in the 1950’s and is linked to George Orwell in his novel, nineteen eighty-four. Thesis statement Double speak may be considered as using words/language calculatingly for political purposes. It is referred to a kind of language that...

Monarchism Ideology Benefiting the Public Good

The ideology of monarchism refers to the advocacy for monarchical rule. A monarchist is a person that supports the form of government in which one person is the head of the state who sits on a throne and occupies the central ruling position over a country. Being one of the...

Iron Triangle Model: Influence on U.S. Military Spending

The ‘iron triangle’ model is used to describe the specific complex relationships among Congress, the bureaucracy, and interest groups that can influence the policy-making process. Referring to this model, it is possible to state that interest groups are inclined to affect Congress and bureaucracy to achieve definite goals, and this...

Dependency Theory in International Political Economy

Dependence is a corollary to dominance. Least developed nations depend on developed countries for domestic and international policies to stimulate their growth. We witness substantial dependence on both primary and agricultural products for exports. Dependency theory explains primarily how developed and developing nations interact. The theory is perceived as an...

Israeli-Palestinian Warfare: The Gaza Conflict

ABC News (2014) explains that the Gaza Conflict is one of the many conflicts within the Israeli-Palestinian warfare. The Gaza strip has been under attack for decades. Bennett (2013) explains that the conflict in the region can be attributed to the lack of clear boundaries and political affiliations in the...

Civil Disobedience: Socrates vs. Martin Luther King

Introduction The idea of civil disobedience and its credibility has been considered by philosophers, politicians, and activists since the formation of governmental systems. The idea stems from the notion that laws should be obeyed until they are superseded by a more powerful force such as moral notions, survival, saving a...

ASEAN’s Political Influence and Regional Collaboration Strategies

Introduction A world region is defined by the interconnectedness of areas based on social, economic, political, and cultural orientation. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is one such region. The member states of the ASEAN are Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand (The ASEAN Secretariat 2013, par. 3)....

Realism in Today’s International Relations

Introduction Realism is a theory that basis its principle beliefs on self-competiveness. The human nature of self-interest and egoism and lack of international government have led to sphere of power and interest in the international relations. The theory upholds the view that world politics involves sovereign states that compete to...

The American-Cuban Trade Conundrum: Historical Context and Current Challenges

Analyze the key issue that prompted the EU to take the Helms-Burton dispute to the WTO The World Trade Organization (WTO) is a foundation that is responsible for handling issues of trade between nations, for instance, rules and regulations. This is aimed at ensuring that there is a smooth flow...

The Death Penalty: Evaluating Its Justification in Modern Society

Introduction The death penalty remains one of the most discussed topics in many countries, and the USA is no exception. This type of punishment is utilized in some states while other states have abolished the death penalty. Researchers, officials, victims, and offenders have many arguments to support or oppose capital...

Nelson Mandela’s Life and Politics

Nelson Mandela is known as a strong and purposeful fighter against racism and apartheid, the protector of the oppressed populations of South Africa. He is an honorable winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, and the first South African President, who came to power through the democratic elections (The life and...

The Concept of Democracy: Exploring Its Foundations in Political Theory

Introduction and Background The concept of democracy is familiar to most people. Developed first in ancient Greece, democracy came to flourish in the 20th century, when decolonization, economic circumstances, and the establishment of just political rules led to the popularity of democratic institutions. Today, the majority of western societies have...

The Effect Technology on International Relations

Introduction Scientific innovation and invention has raised the bar of integration and relation among countries; efficient and reliable communication and transport systems plays a vital role in international integration. Globalization has necessitated the need to have improved international relations that facilitate integration and interdependence among countries (Croucher 16). This paper...

Communism: Theory and Reality

Abstract The ideas of Communism appeared in the middle of the nineteenth century and were expressed in the works of Carl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Communism presupposes the economic equality of all members of a classless society. Marx developed a three-step algorithm of the establishment of Communism. First, revolution removes...

The U.S. System of Checks and Balances: An Overview of the Legislative, Judicial, and Executive Branches

Introduction American governance lies in the system of checks and balances as the foundational premise. It is carefully arranged between three core branches: legislative, judicial, and executive. The intricate system permits each branch to respond, alter, and effectively check the actions of the others. Such collective actions function as the...

Gun Control Debate: A Balance Between Rights and Safety

Introduction The topic of gun control in the United States has been a subject of considerable debate and controversy. Proponents of gun rights maintain that the Second Amendment of the Constitution guarantees an individual’s right to possess firearms. On the other hand, advocates of stricter gun control laws argue that...

Operation Anaconda: National Guard

The significant successes and failures of The Battle of Roberts’ Ridge military operation at Anaconda can be explained through the paradigm of the six principles of mission command, namely building cohesive teams based on mutual trust, creating a shared understanding, ensuring clear commander intent, exercising disciplined initiative, using mission orders,...

Operation Anaconda and Principles of Mission Command

Abstract Operation Anaconda was an example of ambiguity in the interpretation of success and effectiveness. This paper examines previous evaluations of the operation. It provides the analysis to understand the situation better and assess incorrect command actions to avoid them in the future. Information from official sources is used in...

Incarceration in the U.S and Ireland

In different cultures and social settings, the state of being confined to prison or intercalation is spelled out as a formal structure. In the progressive development of the various aspects elements, different approaches are deployed by the respective authorities to define prison terms and the measures put in place to...

The Morality and Politics Correlation Analysis

Introduction The polarization of American politics in recent times certainly seems to have increased. There is a growing chorus of voices warning that this optimism is just pure fantasy. Politics can no longer be held back by morals when brutality is becoming the focal point. People’s sense of good and...

How Mission Command Principles Were Applied in Operation “Anaconda”

Abstract Operation Anaconda is an example of a successful U. S. Army mission implementation in Afghanistan with structured execution and collaborative work of subordinates. Command principles, such as competence, mutual trust, shared understanding, commander’s intent, mission orders, disciplined initiative, and risk acceptance, were implemented as fundaments to address the unforeseen...

Foundation of Army Leadership Elements

Introduction Any military branch that operates with the premise of servicing the country they are to protect refers to the legal and ethical premises of the nation which built the force. However, the premises are to be tough, communicated, ensured, and facilitated. This is why leadership is an effective tool...

Capital Punishment in Cases of Guy Paul Morin and Ted Bundy

Introduction There is an extended number of complicated and controversial social issues that will probably never be solved completely. The question of the necessity and morality of capital punishment is among such topics. It is well-known that many countries and American states introduced, abolished, and reintroduced the death penalty because...

Mission Command Principles in Operation Anaconda

Introduction Operation Anaconda is a military operation carried out by the US Army in Eastern Afghanistan in 2002. This military operation was aimed at destroying the remaining militants of al Qaeda and the Taliban in the Shahikot Valley. Operation Anaconda is an example of using mission command principles to conduct...

Fears in Joseph McCarthy’s “Enemies From Within”

Senator John McCarthy’s speech “Enemies from Within” can be described as an embodiment of America’s anti-communist sentiment during the Cold War. In the speech, his views and definitions of communism are apparent. This paper argues that to some extent his fears were justifiable, even though the true extent of the...

Beliefs of the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans

At the start of the new country, the noble political leaders, including Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson, understood that the political parties would eventually paralyze the government and polarize the United States citizens. The Democratic-Republican Party, which is currently known as the Democratic Party, evolved during the presidential term of...

Should Capital Punishment Be Abolished?

Introduction Achievement of justice goes hand in hand with the type of punishment that one receives, depending on the crimes committed. In addition, in common life scenarios, the majority of individuals use punishment as a deterring tool or a mechanism of making sure individuals never repeat mistakes they have committed....

Capitalism vs. Socialism: Comparing and Contrasting

Debates around the economic model of the social structure have not stopped since the XIX century when Karl Marx introduced his leftist paradigm. On the one hand, some individuals believe that capitalism is the form that guarantees freedom and progress that they value the most. On the other hand, some...

Government-Funded Welfare Program

The task of gaining economic and financial success is typically quite complicated, especially for people belonging to the lower class tier, due to the multiple risks with which most business endeavors swarm. Moreover, the process of gaining financial well-being may become quite intricate even for those that are not planning...

Division of Labor in the Context of Capitalism

Introduction One of the main tasks of economic systems is maximizing output per unit of input. Resources include money, time, human labor, technology, and natural supplies. Division of work ensures that each employee specializes in a specific task, allowing them to master their skill and learn how to be effective...

The Arguments: Vague, Ambiguity and Generality

Reliable arguments are crucial in law since they help to achieve the desired outcome. However, it does not necessarily mean that every argument is good, as some people may use vagueness, ambiguity, and generality to twist the conversation in their favor. For instance, in law, the definition of ambiguity means...

Truman’s Most Difficult Decision

Introduction Truman was President for eight years and managed to make many significant decisions during his time. He was responsible for leading the country through the post-war era and rebuilding the economy. Truman made both popular and controversial decisions, and the most publicly supported choice was the most difficult to...

Balance Between Effective Law Enforcement and Personal Liberty

The achievement of the balance between law enforcement procedures and personal liberty when guaranteeing security is a social and legal priority. The problem is that people can inadequately assess the area of their personal liberty, as well as police officers and other representatives of law enforcement agencies can sometimes violate...

Advantages and Disadvantages of Federalism

Federalism is a system that presupposes the division of political power between state and federal governments. Like any other political system, it has both advantages and disadvantages. In some instances, there is a thin line between what is considered a benefit of the system and what is considered a drawback...

Marxism and Jucheism in North Korea

Introduction In the principles of Marxism, North Korea should be a society that should not have classes like the bourgeois and proletariat which are characteristic of a capitalist system. Marxism holds the socioeconomic ideology that everyone in a Marxist society should enjoy the benefits of labor (Kim 6). Patient modification...

Impact of International Trade on Emerging Economies

Introduction The impact of international trade on emerging economies is discussed globally by modern economists. Emerging economies are the countries that are developing at rapid rates and have the foundations of a market economy. They have the potential to be developed markets, but they lack internal private capital and it...

Concepts of Authoritarianism, Totalitarianism, Democracy

Authoritarianism and Totalitarianism The form of the political power exercised in a state can be used to determine the ideology behind such power. In that regard, the analysis of the legal framework of Singapore and the events of 2009 leads to the conclusion that the form of power is authoritarian....

America as the Sole Superpower

Introduction As the name suggests, a superpower is a nation that demonstrates a great capacity to dominate other nations or regions in the international order. This term was highly applicable in pre cold war times especially during the first and second world wars. After the cold war, the Soviets lost...

If I Had My Own Island to Run

Local Government If I had my own island to run, I would definitely make a few changes. First of all, I would unite all the small communities of the island into one city-like structure, with a local government to administer it. An island does not have the same territorial characteristics...

Legal System in the Republic of Ireland

The more society develops, the more its members outline new rules and regulations. The link between the law and civilization implies that the number of laws created by people is positively correlated with their social needs. The development of law systems within different societies, dispersed over different continents, resulted in...

Should English Be Official or the Law?

Currently, many American scholars and policy-makers briskly debate the question of whether English should be declared the official or even national language of the United States. To some extent, this controversy is connected with the fact that the number of Spanish-speaking people in the country has dramatically increased over recent...

Nationalism: Definition, Examples, and History

Introduction Nationalism is the expression of the identity of the nation. Nationalism could be understood only through the understanding of two different terms – nation and state. This paper presents what is nationalism, what is the difference between state and nation, and how the different interests of nation and state...

Counselor Competence in Brunei Darussalam

Counseling is one of the most powerful tools with a long-term impact on both behavior change and psychological nourishment of an individual and the effectiveness of organizations. Counseling basically is talking and sharing with an individual in order to let him or she explore various options at his or her...

Austria’s Entry into European Union Analysis

Late 1980s were more eventful in the economic and political setting of Europe. With the weakening of the Cold war, European Community was undergoing transformation and new power and trade relations were emerging. An integration drive was initiated by European Community, including those neutral countries that had a prosperous existence...

The Concepts of Utopia and Dystopia

Introduction The concepts of utopia and dystopia characterize political and economic system of a state and its ideology. Utopia means “an ideal state where all is ordered for the best for humanity as a whole and where the evils of society, such as poverty and misery, have been eliminated” (The...

A Nation Divided. Postcolonialism in “Captain America: Civil War”

Introduction Films and other artifacts of cultures reflect the peculiarities of the human society and its primary concerns. Humanity has to address various issues, including but not confined to environmental challenges and global terrorism. Captain America: Civil War also provides a certain remedy to solve the current problems, and filmmakers...

Nuclear Politics in the Modern World

Introduction Nuclear politics encompasses an essential aspect of a state’s approach to using nuclear weapons in case of war. The nature of nuclear weapons implies large-scale destruction, meaning that one must thoroughly consider all decisions regarding the use them. The article by Jervis titled “Why Nuclear Superiority Doesn’t Matter” presents...

XY Country: Creating My Ideal State

XY is a developing country located in North America. Despite attaining independence more than five decades ago, this country has been experiencing years of war, including economic and political crises, which have hindered its progress. One of the barriers to development in this economy is the prevailing dictatorship. As a...

“The Public Realm and the Common Good” by Kunstler

Introduction The journalist James Howard Kunstler is a supporter of the new urbanism, which promotes various civic amenities, such as walkable neighborhoods and a new sense of community feeling. More than that, this movement actively resists urban sprawl, which is considered to have a negative impact on the environment in...

American Foreign Policy Exporting Democracy

Introduction American foreign policy refers to the guidelines that determine the country’s interactions with other nations. It embodies the actions that the federal government takes in a bid to promote the country’s national interests, safety, and welfare (Holsti 13). Over the years, it has been used as the scale for...

“Development and Social Change” by P. McMichael

Nowadays, it became a commonplace practice, on the part of many political scientists, to discuss the notion of linearly projected social, cultural, economic and scientific progress, which is now being closely associated with the concept of Globalization, as utterly controversial. In its turn, this can be explained by the fact...

Politicians and Their Speaking Skills

When judging politicians, so much importance is placed on public speaking skills for various reasons. To begin with, politicians are public figures, and this means that whenever they speak, they usually address large numbers of people. To appeal to such huge numbers, they must have good public speaking skills. Good...

Universal Human Rights and Their Influence on Political Ideologies

The main elements of critique leveled by Communitarian and Marxist perspectives against the Universalist conceptualization of human rights Universalism which refers to the concept of a universal theory of human rights states that “each and every human being holds basic rights”, by virtue of being humans which is an inherent...

EU Foreign Policy: Soft Power vs. Hard Power

Introduction After European involvement in major military wars during the 20th century, the region’s foreign policy approaches changed significantly. An important feature in this change is the establishment of the European Union, which brought together 27 member states with the aim of developing an economic and social system. It sought...

Leadership Styles in Government Institutions

Introduction The competitiveness and effectiveness of an organization is influenced by the kind of leadership put in place. In government institutions, the issue of management has not been taken seriously over the past few decades. This is has been the case because many civil servants and leaders have failed to...

Pakistan-US Relations Post-Cold War

Introduction Relations between Pakistan and the United States have been tumultuous since the 1950s, a trend that continued after the Cold War ended in 1991. During the Cold War, one US strategy was to make alliances with different countries to counter the expansion of Soviet communism and influence. The United...

Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations: Key Principles and Immunities

The Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations was adopted in 1961 and has become since then one of the most important international documents regulating international relations and diplomacy; as of today, most countries in the world have signed the Convention. The most important idea of the treaty is that diplomats possess...

Robert F. Kennedy: Biography, Contributions, and Assassination

Robert Francis Kennedy, also widely known under the initials of RFK, was a lawyer and politician, one of the nine children born into the family or Joseph and Rose Kennedy. He was the Attorney General in the administration of his brother, President John F. Kennedy. After the unfortunate assassination of...

Analyzing the Current Status of the American Dream: Insights from B. King

The American Dream is the most significant concept: after all, it is difficult to neglect the wishes and hopes of an entire nation. As the situation in the country changes, and the realities of the American life conflict with its Dream, some are quick to announce that the latter has...

Marx’s vs. Lenin’s Imperialism Theories

Introduction The term ‘imperialism’ is often used by different scholars and theorists in varying perspectives to refer to a number of ideologies. In most cases, the concept is defined as a measure of expanding the power and influence of a given nation. The process is achieved through colonisation. It entails...

Oxfam International: Stakeholder Role and Strategic Goals

Introduction Oxfam is an international charity firm that comprises of the most recognizable entities providing solutions to the increasing poverty in the globe. The organization operates in roughly ninety-four countries worldwide. According to Berry and Gabay (2009), it constitutes several other smaller organizations that provide donations to support specific projects....

Ideology of Liberalism vs Conservatism: Essay Example

Liberal vs Conservative: Introduction The American society is traditionally divided into people who support either liberal or conservative course, although the major part still supports the mixture of values (Samara 354). This division started as early as the 18th century. After gaining independence from Great Britain, the country was left...

Economic Interdependence Theory: Implications for the Future of Global Trade

Key Aspects of Economic Interdependence The modern world is a complex mechanism, as it consists of numerous actors engaged in the division of labor and resource exchange. Even the countries with high political and economic influence have always experienced a need to trade. This matter can be explained by the...

Analyzing Winston Churchill’s Iron Curtain Speech: Historical and Political Impact

The famous Fulton Speech made by Winston Churchill in 1946 was a resonant and well-prepared action. Although it was officially entitled “The Sinews of Peace,” it is mostly known as “The Iron Curtain Speech.” Its role cannot be underestimated, as it triggered waves of criticism and questions about the threat,...

The Culture War by Morris Fiorina: U.S. Unity vs. Polarization

Introduction The Culture War is a chef-d’oeuvre book by Morris P. Fiorina. The book takes the reader through the political structure and organisation of the American politics with the main argument being that the United States is not polarised. The book is subdivided into 10 chapters with each exploring a...

Impact of Neoliberalism on Ontario’s Government Policies and Governance

Introduction The transition towards neoliberal thinking in policymaking has become a tendency characterizing most local governments throughout the world during the past three decades. Canada could not but fall within the mentioned trend and witness a series of reforms that have a robust impact not only on the decision-making mechanism...

Protectionist Policy Benefits and Efficiency

These policies safeguard domestic jobs, hence the survival of employees and domestic industries in the protected sectors. When the cost of acquiring imports is raised, local industries are accorded the opportunity to compete if their goods are reasonably priced. This is because customers will be discouraged by the exorbitant prices...

Socialism and European Workers in the 19th Century

Introduction Socialism was a new ideology introduced in Europe in the 19th century. It was considered a modern political ideology after conservatism and liberalism, which were dominant in various European societies. Even though liberalism and conservatism were still the main ideologies in Europe, socialism was able to find its way...

Challenges and Solutions for Refugees in Host Countries

Challenges Faced by Refugees in Host Countries The state of refugees differs due to the country’s policies on refugees. However, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees has stepped up to ensure that refugees receive proper care. They safeguard the rights and the well-being of refugees. They ensure that everyone...

Pros and Cons of Death Penalty: Into the Abyss Documentary vs. Time of Death Essay

Pros of the Death Penalty in the U.S. One of the benefits of the death penalty in the United States is its deterrent impact. According to Rigby and Seguin (2021), the dread of suffering the death penalty might deter people from committing significant crimes, hence improving public safety. Furthermore, Jones...

Democracy Challenges in Nigeria: Corruption and Leadership

Introduction Nigeria’s path to democracy is filled with many difficulties resulting from its past. The country is torn between hostile groups that draw the government’s attention (Iredia, 2023). Despite gaining independence in the twentieth century, Nigeria struggles to follow its constitution. Corruption within the government runs deep, affecting every politician...

Mass Surveillance: Why and How the Government Is Controlling

Introduction Mass surveillance is not a novel idea in society, as governments and individuals have sought ways to gain an advantage through information since ancient times. Social control was always an alluring prospect for authoritarian regimes, which secured their rule by preventing uprisings before they could begin. Data was collected...

Power and Authority Concerning Government and Politics

Introduction Having power and having authority can be discussed as interrelated but different concepts in relation to governmental and political dynamics. The aspect of having power is associated with the capacity to influence and control others’ behaviors and certain events. Authority, on the other hand, is the recognized right to...

Change over Time Essay: United States Foreign Policy

This essay will focus on the key changes in US foreign policy from the 1890s to the 1950s. In general, during this period, the US experienced drastic economic and technological development, making it the undisputed hegemonic power in the international arena. Due to its geographical location, the US was not...

Power Acquisition: Bias Mobilization and Shaping Consciousness

Power is an essential construct, and most of individuals and organizations are striving to gain it. There are several ways of acquiring the power, however, most of these means necessitate strong competitiveness and readiness for high stakes. This is especially relevant for organizations that are striving in a very competitive...

The Canadian Armed Forces: Impact of Military History

Introduction Exploring Canada’s historical accounts of the military contributes to comprehending the foundations of moral and ethical behavior. Research indicates a significant evolutionary scale concerning the international triggers and causes of war. In this paper, using military history, I will trace its influence on the formation of essential principles that...

The Concept of Policies as Solutions

Introduction In Deborah Stone’s The Art of Political Decision-Making, the concept of policies as solutions highlights five primary factors, which are incentives, rules, persuasion, rights, and powers. Essentially, all of these components illustrate how varied approaches formulate or give shape to policies that address ongoing issues (Stone, 2012). Incentives encompass...

Governmental Organizations: Value for Money Audits and Performance Audits

Introduction In recent years, there has been a growing demand on the part of society for the audit of state organizations and departments, including the assessment of the effectiveness of state bodies and the misuse of budgetary funds. It is necessary to find balanced accounting and auditing methods to meet...

Discussion: What Is Federalism?

Federation is one of the most widespread forms of government among the most developed countries worldwide. For example, life is built according to the principles of the federation in the United States, Canada, and a number of European states: from Germany to Switzerland. However, despite this unifying element, reality in...

Justification of the Death Penalty

The subject of the death penalty continues to draw debates on whether it is justifiable or not. The death penalty is a form of capital punishment that involves the deliberate killing of people as a form of punishment for committing offenses that justify execution (Banner, 2022). The death penalty has...

The Debate on Capital Punishment: Should It Be Abolished?

Introduction Capital punishment remains one of the most controversial topics in the United States. According to Palmer, there are many reasons why death sentence was introduced as the best way of addressing some form of crime. However, there are those who are strongly against capital punishment. In this research paper,...

Communism and Fascism Ideologies of the 20th Century

Communism and fascism became the two defining ideologies of the last century. People became adherents of one direction or another and were ready to defend it. Hitler’s ambitions, deeply affected by the ideas of the importance of war, led to catastrophic consequences for all mankind. The currents of the two...

Deductive and Inductive Arguments: Granting Abortion Rights

The current debate around Roe v. Wade and the policy of granting abortion rights shows the use of deductive and inductive reasoning. Argumentation often indicates the logic of reason and the strengths and weaknesses of the deductive and inductive methods. For example, a popular pro-choice deductive argument is “my body,...

Annotated Bibliography Assignment: Position on Death Sentence

“From Death Row to Freedom: 185 Americans since 1972 Have Avoided Executions Because They’ve Been Shown to Be Innocent.” Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints. This source offers data on prisoners in the U.S. who have been put on death row despite the lack of credible evidence proving their guilt. The...

Seven Principles of Mission Command of Operation Anaconda

Introduction War is an impossible phenomenon that continues to exist and arise even in modern developed societies. It is characterized by violent rivalries between peoples or powers, motivated by numerous political, ideological, or economic factors. Every commander is responsible for his subordinates and the course of military operations; therefore, he...

Compliance Management System in Customs Administrations

Summary In modern conditions, international trade is the driving force of the economic development of any state. Its level contributes to the growth of living standards in developed and developing countries and is the basis of stability and security (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, 2020). Customs Administration is an...

Fundamentals of Army Leadership

Effective leadership is an integral part of managing any system to establish operational processes and optimize the performance of subordinates. Leadership is especially relevant to uniformed services, where discipline, a hierarchy of authority, and rigid, strict management are key factors. Consequently, military leadership is one of the most relevant areas...

Kamala Harris Leadership in Politics

Introduction: Background Information about the Leader Kamala Harris conquers many peaks in the rank of the first woman, the first woman of color, and the first woman of Indian descent. One such achievement is the post of vice president, which she took in January 2021. This representative of the Democratic...

Corruption as a Problem in Public Administration

Introduction Corruption in public administration is one of the many problems that lead to inequalities and injustice in modern society. There exist numerous definitions that attempt to present the concepts of this term. For example, Cordis and Milyo (2016) admit that “it may be defined as the misuse of public...

Nuclear Weapons and Their Strategic Importance

Introduction Since the Cold War, nuclear weapons gradually lost their importance in political, social, and national security discussions. The multi-decade nuclear arms race was over, and there is no longer a continuous threat of a nuclear war breaking out. To some extent, atomic weapons lost their symbolic value, but remain...

Bargaining Theory: A Better Explanation of Why Wars Happen

Although wars are rare occurrences even under the best conditions, they are triggered by the various factors which prevent competing states from negotiating successfully and settling the outstanding issues. International politics is a considerably small and anarchical environment where bargaining, compromises, and arrangements are the primary mode of political interaction....

General Data Protection Regulation

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) may be defined as the international set of well-defined and strict rules of data protection. According to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union and the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, “everyone has the right to the protection of personal...

The American Federal System

Every country has a particular type of government that determines how power is distributed among different levels of government. The US is characterized by a type of government called federalism. This essay will review the features of the American federal system, as well as the difference of federalism from unitary...

Public Versus Private Organizations

There is always a great distinction between public and private organizations. The management system, structure, culture, motivation, and employee attitudes bring out the difference that exists between public and private organizations. Psychology and economic scholars such as Maslow came up with theories that highlight the difference between private and public...

Ideal State Concept: Government and Economic Structure

Introduction In this paper, I will describe the ideal country and determine its political and economic structure, social problems and their solutions, national defense system, as well as its participation in international relations. The country in which I am elected president is rich in sources medium-sized state with a multinational...

Capitalism and Socialism, Democracy

Democracy is a political or social unit that gives power to the citizens in which they observe it through a free and fair electoral system. When the citizens do not exercise democracy themselves, then the elected representatives carry it out. This kind of system is illustrated by having recognized equality...

Lord Admiral Horatio Nelson

Introduction Western civilization involves the progressive revolution of the western culture. The western culture covers such aspects as societal norms, religious beliefs, and political ideologies. Every society has its heritage of societal norms which keep changing with time. In addition, religious and political issues also change with time so that...

George Washington and Toussaint Louverture

Introduction Both George Washington and Toussaint Louverture have made history for leading their people against dominion by unpopular powers. As commander of the Continental Army, George Washington led his men into attacking and defeating British armies during the American Revolutionary war of 1775 to 1783. Toussaint Louverture on the other...

Politics in Iraq: Background and Major Issues

A brief history of the modern Iraqi State Iraqi state is located on the western part of the Asian continent. The kingdom of Iraq was incepted way back in 1932. The country was invaded in 2003 with the forceful occupation of the British and American troops following the claims made...

Ronald Reagan: USA President

Introduction Ronald Reagan, the 40th president of the United States, followed a unique path to his life in the White House. From a radio sports announcer and a famous actor, he turned to politics and was elected the governor of California State in 1966. He was born in Tampico Illinois...

Policy: Evaluation and Integration

Integrating a policy is a multi-dimensional aspect. In that regard, policies of executive departments can be especially difficult in terms of integration.Taking the example of the National Strategy released by the current administration in the White House, it can be stated that broad points might put some difficulties in terms...

Recovery Efforts During 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina

Abstract It is a prerequisite of any government in place to always be prepared for any disaster of whatever nature whether natural or humanly initiated; it is never known the day, hour or minute when tragedy may befall a nation. A small time disaster is wake up call for major...

Types of Public Policy Approaches

Tell Your Story Concept Policy analysis approach by Bardach is generally defined as “determining which of various alternative policies will most achieve a given set of goals in light of the relations between the policies and the goals” (Bardach, 2005). Anyway, the analysis of the political processes may be divided...

Are Citizens Responsible for the Actions of Their Government?

The government and its citizens have always been interdependent. The actions of both of these parties influence the life of the country and society. The question of who is responsible when something goes wrong has always been controversial because no one wants to bear responsibility for negative consequences, this is...

Marx’s Criticism of Capitalism and Sociological Theory

Introduction Sociology involves the study of how groups of people behave towards each other (Bratton, Denham &Deutschmann 2009, P.14) A theory is a set of frameworks or concepts that, if taken together, attempt to show how a given occurrence happens the way it does. Sociological theory determines actions of human...

Arguments for and Againts the Idea of State Sovereignty

The problem of sovereignty is reduced, in the real world, to the control of specific acts of particular sovereignty. It is not one problem but many problems; for there is no one abuse of sovereignty, there are only abuses, various in form and often markedly different in degree. A quest...

Comparison of NAFTA and European Union

European Union In the aftermath of World War II, the next four years of devastation and destruction witnessed the death of millions. Consequently, a relatively small group of different European countries join together for the purpose of planning for the future to avoid such destructive events. The result was the...

Comparing Fascism and Communism Ideologies: Key Differences and Similarities

In rejecting comparisons between communism and fascism, one historian wrote, “to say that communism is as worse because it made more victims, or that term is shocking and obscene.” What are the similarities along these lines? If they were so similar, then why could not their adherents co-exist? In other...

Public Administration Definition and Theories

The central purpose of creating the paper is to inform readers about the existing perspectives on public administration and theories associated with the given concept. In contemporary society, the importance of this element cannot be doubted because of the critical role public services play in the life of citizens regardless...

Troop Leading Procedures and Orders Process

Troop-leading procedures are essential for building defense and creating strong force protection. Therefore, the relationships between the orders process and the troop-leading procedures have to be clearly established and firmly institutionalized. The specified relationships are founded on the premise of an increase in defense quality and, therefore, are based on...

Exploring Socialism as a Viable Alternative to Capitalism in the US Context

Introduction The United States has always defined itself by its ideological values and political beliefs which have become the centerpiece of citizens’ lives. The country has emerged as a Democratic counterbalance to authoritarian rule. Eventually, Democracy intertwined with capitalist economics became the global status quo. However, recent social trends have...

Social and Legal Equality in 18th-Century France: Sieyès’ Vision

Introduction The question of social and legal equality has always belonged to the most important debates. In 18th-century France, this question was raised rather acutely since the divergence between freedoms entitled to people belonging to different social layers was striking. A prominent clergyman and writer, Sieyès, wrote a pamphlet in...

France After 1789 and in the 21st Century

Introduction There have been different periods in France’s history, all of which have made an impact on the country’s development. The most crucial changes have been social, economic, and political. Politics has always been considered the foundation of a state’s development or organization. This paper aims to compare the political...

Minimum Legal Drinking Age in the U.S.: A Contested Issue

Introduction The minimum legal drinking age in the United States remains a highly contested issue. Currently, young adults below the age of 21 years are legally prohibited from purchasing alcohol in America. In most cases, the discourse concerning the allowable drinking period often links one’s ability to access alcohol at...

Pure Democracy vs. Republic: Madison’s Perspective on Factions

As we have been discussing, throughout history, many people were not fans of pure democracy. One of the reasons for this was the idea of factions, as addressed in Madison’s Federalist No. 10. So what is the definition of a faction? The original definition provided by James Madison revolves around...

Factors Influencing the Future of the Death Penalty: Insights by LaChance

Introduction This reading essay summarizes, explains, and evaluates the main points of the reading: “What Will Doom the Death Penalty: Capital Punishment, Another Failed Government Program?” by Daniel LaChance. The main theme of this article is the call to abandon the death penalty because it has failed. This essay, therefore,...

Review of Alan Abramowitz’s “The Disappearing Center”

Introduction Alan Abramowitz is an American political scientist. He was born in 1947. He is well known for his research and literary works. Most of his studies revolve around American politics and elections. In addition, they also focus on political science and parties. Abramowitz studied BA at the University of...

Public Administration and Its Modern Activities

Abstract Today, it is necessary to state clearly the essential character of public administration’s activities. The question of the essential character of what public administration can do in relation to the public services was proposed by Denhardt and Denhardt. The discussion of the question should be referred to the concept...

Gandhi & Eleanor Roosevelt: Pioneers of Human Rights Activism

Mohandas Gandhi Gandhi’s struggle against human social injustices in the society in which he is known to have been a vocal activist started in South Africa in the late 18th century. At the time South Africa, like many other countries in Africa and elsewhere was sharply polarized along with racial...

Crisis Types Affecting People and Organizations

Crisis refers to any unplanned and sudden occurrence that causes a major disturbance, and that is characterized by three main aspects namely, threat, surprise, and short decision time (Bernstein, 2011). Crises affect both individuals and organizations. Types of crises include natural disasters, technological crises, confrontation, malevolence, organizational misdeeds, workplace violence,...

Indian Space Mission and Its Negative Aspects

The following paper will discuss the topic of ISRO to launch India’s first spacecraft to Mars. Even thought primarily it might seem as a sensation with positive factors, there are some concerns that have been voiced by people of India, as well as other countries. Some of the benefits attributed...

Jules Ferry’s Imperialism: Economic and Non-Economic Arguments

Jules Ferry was the French Minister, who contributed to the rise and importance of imperialism as an expansion strategy (Power, 2013; Fordham University, 2016). In this case, the primary goal of the paper is to understand his rationale for the urgency of the colonial expansion while considering criticism of Ferry’s...

Anarchist Ideology and Its Objectives

Compare and contrast anarchism and socialism. Where is there overlap? Where is there divergence? Anarchism entails much more than violence and immorality, as most people presume. Anarchists can be categorized into two sub-groups. In addition, anarchism overlaps with the ideologies of liberalism and socialism, which implies that anarchists share various...

The Hidden Struggles of Law Enforcement Officers

Introduction “Law Enforcement officers are ordinary people called upon to do an extraordinary job” Police officers are subject to significant amounts of tension and stress, regardless of the nature and size of the agency for which they work. Although a considerable number of law enforcement officers receive rudimentary training to...

The Role of Soft Skills in Military Operations

Abstract The field manual identifies two types of skills: hard and soft skills (Army Support to Security Cooperation, 2013, p. 103). Although hard skills such as military training are the foundation of any successful operation, depending on the nature of the mission soft skills such as sociocultural competence may determine...

Moral Test of Government: Hubert H. Humphrey’s View

“It was once said that the moral test of government is how that government treats those who are in the dawn of life, the children; those who are in the twilight of life, the elderly; and those who are in the shadows of life, the sick, the needy, and the...

Conflict Resolution Strategies in Northern Ireland and Cyprus: Comparative Analysis

Executive Summary In the current study, the author evaluated conflict management with respect to the available options for its resolution. From the onset, mediation is outlined as the preferred option in resolving conflicts and other forms of disagreements in the society. To this end, a historical perspective of this alternative...

“The Atlanta Exposition Address” by Booker T. Washington

The speech given by Booker T. Washington on September 18, 1895 in Atlanta, Georgia, became one of the most influential and meaningful speeches in the history of America (Booker T. Washington Delivers the 1895 Atlanta Compromise Speech, par. 1). Nowadays the speech is seen from many various perspectives, this is...

Theodore Roosevelt Reform Movements on Prostitution

Introduction Prostitution can be defined as the practice of offering sexual services by an individual to another person in exchange for some form of payment. In most cases, prostitution takes place between people of the opposite sex. Individuals who engage in prostitution activities are called prostitutes. Prostitution has been considered...

Leadership Theories: The Influence of Height on Leadership Success

Both great man and trait theories agree that leaders are naturally raised to ascend to authority based on the same criteria. For example, conventional Western Europeans believed that a person born in a royal family or in a military background had high chances of leading the concern community. Similar views...

International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and World Trade Organization

The rapid development of international institutions was initiated after the end of World War II. The primary objective for founding global organizations was seen in preventing military conflicts of similar scale in the future, building up channels for international communication, and establishing the foundation for worldwide cooperation. This paper aims...

Red Cross as an International Organization

Abstract The following document will look at Red Cross as an international body, its date of formation as well as the requirements that one has to have before joining. The purpose and the organization will also be discussed in this document. Structure and achievements will also be looked at in...