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Introduction The problem of sovereignty is closely associated with the study of international relations and politics. In particular, the globalization process makes the issue even more critical as far as transnational organized crime is concerned. Considering organized crime beyond the state system inevitably leads to the discussion of the sovereignty...
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...
Introduction The death penalty as a form of punishment is still in use in many jurisdictions. Consequently, two highly opposed perspectives exist on this topic, and both have served as a foundation for debates across a wide range of platforms. These perspectives are about whether the death penalty is ethical...
Introduction The concept of a coup has fascinated social scientists for centuries. A coup is a sudden, often violent, overthrow of an existing government, usually by a small group of people in power. With the social sciences being so intertwined with political science, coups are often studied to understand a...
Introduction The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one of modern history’s most protracted skirmishes with a significant impact on the Middle East’s political stability. The conflict’s background is defined by the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, which marked the beginning of the disagreements between the parties regarding the partitioning of Palestine and the claim...
Introduction Loitering is defined as the act of lingering in a public location for a lengthy period for no apparent reason. The loitering laws in Florida, 856.021, makes it illegal for anybody to linger or roam in a location, at a time, or in a manner not typical of law-abiding...
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...
Duignan, B. (2021). Voter suppression. Britannica. Web. This article is devoted to voter suppression in US history and politics. In this work, the author reveals the manifestations, causes, and ways to deal with this problem since the end of Reconstruction and up to the present. Particular attention is paid to...
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,...
Introduction The variation among combatants and civilians was first established in the St. Petersburg Proclamation, which asserted that the valid primary goal that jurisdictions should aspire for during combat is to decimate the adversary’s armed units. Based on this principle of distinction, the Geneva Convention developed a clause that restricts...
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...
There are many disturbing news concerning the imminent planetary devastation of our world. Looking at the rate the planate is losing its resources, sooner than later, humanity will either have to find alternatives for resource crisis or they will go extinct. Many theories in support of the end of the...
A Summary of The President’s Task Force on 21st-Century Policing In 2014, President Obama formed the President’s Task Force on 21st-century policing. The task force was assigned to identify and recommend the most appropriate policing practices that can enhance public trust and reduce crime. The President was prompted to act...
Introduction Even though the events of the 1890s seem to be distant, the effects of the depression affected the United States drastically. After the majority of the prices were stabilized, the economy came back and allowed the government to profit from the expansion of its activities. The new political regimes...
Introduction Social identity theory is recognized as one of the major theories in social studies. Especially in the last several decades, interest in it has grown considerably. From the theory’s origins in the 1960s to the present, the theory has undergone evident development. The seminal works in this field have...
Introduction In many ways, The Rainier Valley represents one of the most diversified Seattle neighborhoods. Overall, it hosts sixty culturally and ethnically diverse population groups, ranging from African, Asian, and Latin American refugees and immigrants to American-born ethnic minorities (The Electronic Hallway, 2005). They speak more than twenty different languages...
Carried out on 2 March 2002, Operation Anaconda (OA) was the largest and most significant combat operation in Afghanistan within the War on Terrorism concept. It was initiated after the 11 September 2001 attacks on the Pentagon and the World Trade Center as a response to the acts of terrorism...
In Wehle’s How to Read the Constitution and Why, the author provides both a practical and metaphorical approach to interpreting the most important legal document of the United States. Notably, the scholar is not concerned with speaking about modern politics or the latest comments made by the representatives of the...
Introduction Effective management is a major factor in the success of any organization. The Army is not an exception in this matter. Soldiers have to perfectly do their job because national security depends on their performance. Moreover, the lives of soldiers, their units, and their families depend on how they...
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...
International companies and agencies that operate globally have significant resources to solve global issues. Such definitions as inter-governmental organizations (IGOs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and multinational corporations (MNCs) are met in different reports and official documents. Cooperation between these boards contributes to solving global problems associated with universal human challenges. Turhan...
Introduction Public opinion has been of particular importance for many years. It contributed to the overthrow of rulers, the change of social trends, and the formation of new phenomena. One of these phenomena was the emergence of a culture of cancellation, which has become widespread in the last few years....
This paper addresses the topic of democratic and authoritarian political systems, comparing the United States and China. The article seeks to answer the question: does a democratic system guarantee people’s will and serve their needs more than an authoritarian government? Previous academic research has defined democracy and argued its essential...
There are many elements of ILP including: executive participation and engagement; agency-wide collaboration; tasking and supervision; gathering, planning, and execution; advanced analytics; knowledge, education, and development; end-user feedback; process review. Effective information exchange mechanisms underpin all of these criteria. Knowing every one of these factors gives the required planning, administrative,...
“The white man’s burden” was an example of a justified imperialism argument to liberate the countries that lagged in economic, social, and political development in the 19th century. This freedom would involve the whites colonizing other territories to further the interests of their homeland and at the same time, civilize...
Six Pillars of United States Policing In light of current events that have revealed rifts between local police and community relationship, an executive order was signed to establish a task force on 21st century policing. President Obama charged the task by determining best practices and giving recommendations on how police...
The Significance of Theory For some, international conflict is inevitable due to its innate human nature. Realists believe war is a part of a never-ending cycle of violent confrontations between the states. Liberal thinkers tend to assume that the causes of war are connected to the institutions. They argue continued...
Historians have widely discussed the concept of empire, yet no one can assert if imperialism is a good or bad type of governance. Scholars explore the history of empires to answer this question. For example, the article by Pennock, Holland, Green, and Wagner gives specific reasons why empires can be...
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...
Within the scope of their professional activities, law enforcement officials constantly handle violent crimes, accidents, thefts, burglaries, mass riots, and critical incidents. Moreover, police officers are frequently exposed to distressing conditions and circumstances immediately dangerous to their life and health. Therefore, the process of hiring law enforcement officers entails requirements...
Introduction The United States government is an organized and logical system that ensures a fair distribution of power for decision-making. It consists of such branches as legislative, executive, and legal, which have different functions and prevent the usurpation of power by representatives of another branch. In this way, the Constitution’s...
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....
Introduction The purpose of their present research is to assess the impact of Hurricane Katrina on the public trust levels towards government officials. The research applies the trust concept to and measured in dwellers of several counties within Mississippi and Louisiana. The authors assume that the level of trust is...
Introduction Integration processes are characteristic of modern times, which define the development of international relations and the entire international community. It is not an exaggeration to say that today the European Union (EU) is the most stable and developed political and economic union. The geographical location of Spain has always...
Introduction The aim of correctional facilities is not only to punish offenders but also to help them change their attitudes and encourage them for a better life without crimes and violence. At the end of their sentence, criminals reenter the community. However, releasing offenders is a challenging task because it...
The American Constitution provision several provisions that allow people to exercise their liberties and live freely in the country, such as the Bill of Rights. These principles have become the foundation of the ethical and security issues many citizens have to experience in their respective societies. People in different regions...
The Land Registry Office at Swansea was indeed one of the underperforming government agencies about a decade ago. However, the organisational restructuring process that has taken place over the few years has not just transformed the Land Registry. The improvement measures have also seen the department grow by leaps and...
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,...
Humanity and human society cannot be regarded as indivisible unity, since even Earth is divided, though, artificially, into the hemispheres by equator. Thus, there are two hemispheres: Northern and Southern. This division may be of great use for those who deal with international relations and global politics as the division...
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...
Police organization is based on strict rules and delegation of authority, a span of control, and stipulated duties. The organization is important for the police department because it allows it to delegate and separate functions and maintain strict control of overall activities. For the police department, the establishment, evaluation, and...
They believe in the notion that capital punishment is a cruel act and it does not allow the rule of law to implement execution, which is what most Europeans perceive. Often people put the onus on the shoulders of ‘Capital punishment’ to execute innocent individuals. However, what they don’t realize...
Introduction The late 19th century and early 20th century are known for the emergence of various ideologies regarding the organization of industry and manager theory. These were intertwined with the raging political climate and revolutions which sought to redefine social norms, which were influenced mainly by industry standards and workers’...
Introduction The success of any military operation depends on the commanders’ ability to develop an executable plan and implement it successfully. Operational art and design are instrumental in describing how exactly (ways) the military force can utilize the available “capabilities (means) to achieve military objectives (ends)” and mitigate possible risks...
On February 9, 1950, Senator Joseph R. McCarthy delivered the famous speech – “Enemies from Within” in Wheeling, West Virginia. The speech was a direct attack on President Truman’s foreign policy, which McCarthy claimed was treasonous because it allowed communist sympathizers to run the State Department. As such, McCarthy warned...
The present paper summarizes the contents of “Our Wall” by Charles Bowden on the impact of the wall between the United States and Mexico. Bowden opens his essay with a historical anecdote about Patrick Murphy who bombed the Mexican border town of Naco located in ten miles south of Bisbee,...
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...
Summary of the political action committee Political action committees are created for the purpose of raising money in a private manner in order to produce an impact on elections or impact legislation. One of the largest PACs in the USA is Honeywell International. This is an international political action committee...
Abstract Police action is a common phenomenon in the whole world. While there are some people who support this concept and the others who are opposing the same, the concept of police action is an integral part of many states. It only waits for its time to erupt. This paper...
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...
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...
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...
Introduction This conflict has resulted in three wars with the most recent arising in the year 1999. The conflict which involves the Indian government, Pakistani government, China, Kashmir separatists, Islamic extremists and militants is a complex combination of external and internal factors which cannot simply be explained by the use...
Democracy, though seemingly omnipresent in today’s world, is not a system that is easy to transition to for a nation with a totalitarian past. The members of the existing political elite in non-democratic states, in many cases, hold on to power and either decline the notion of the transit of...
Abstract The paper describes the activities of World Vision International is an international development and non-governmental organization in the context of the cooperation between globalization, individual cultures, and such organizations. The paper aims to discuss the effects of the organization’s activities on individual cultures and evaluate the effectiveness of the...
In 2008, Barack Obama ran for a second term in office. He wanted to achieve something that has eluded past presidents of his homeland, and that is to become a two-term President of the United States. To accomplish his goal he decided to produce a TV commercial that would allow...
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...
Realism: How could a war break out between the US and China? Realism is the most used theory in explaining international relations. It is believed that it provides the most influential insight into the state of war between countries worldwide (Zhang 5). Proponents of realism are cynical of the notion...
Introduction The peace treaty signed at Camp David by the Egyptian and Israel leaders aimed at restoring peace between the two nations. In the run-up to the signing of the treaty in 1979, key players like the US and the UN offered different reasons for the need to have the...
When Chad became a sovereign state in 1960, it had numerous social, political, and economic problems. The French colonial power had done little to enhance political collaboration, cross-cultural perception, and economic interdependence. The country had a small number of known resources, poor communication systems, and its population had a diverse...
Nowadays corporal punishment remains one of the most controversial issues examined in the context of public administration. Although some people believe that it should continue to exist to ensure an appropriate punishment, others strongly adhere to the opinion that the death penalty should be prohibited due to its inhumane nature....
Police corruption remains one of the leading challenges, affecting law enforcement agencies in the United States and around the world. Based on the impact of this vice, it is important for the government to initiate measures, which are feasible in dealing with it. This literature review explores the issue of...
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...
Introduction Operationalization refers to the definition of study variables to establish the measurable factors. This process establishes the concepts used in a study, as well as explains the quantitative and empirical measurement of the study variables. Also, operationalization process defines the exact variables used in the study. As such, operationalization...
The most powerful states have more opportunities to preserve their autonomy on the global arena than poorer states; moreover, powerful nations can have a significant impact on other countries, as well as impose their will on them. In spite of the fact that globalization influences all states, powerful countries are...
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...
In this first volume, the author, Alexis de Tocqueville, focuses on the origins and roots of the constitution of the United States which gives rise to the democracy enjoyed in the country. He delves extensively into the principles that our nation’s founding fathers adopted and applied in the penning of...
Background information Guided by the Kyoto Protocol, environmental and waste regulations as well as the United Kingdom government’s commitment to greenness and resource efficiency, the country adopted policies with regard to waste. In fact, in an era when there is an increased awareness of environmental issues, there is a need...
Introduction The US constitution acknowledges 50 states, which are regarded as entities independent from the federal government. Each of the states has its constitution, which is different from the others, implying that none of the states is identical to any other. However, as much as the states are different from...
Introduction Public transport is a very important factor in the development of any country. Every government should ensure that it has a well developed public transport system. This is due to the fact that public transportation helps in solving some of the challenges facing society today. For instance, it contributes...
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...
Introduction The launching of Operation Enduring Freedom by the United States military on October 7th, 2001, marked the beginning of the US-led war on terror in Afghanistan. The response came as a response to the devastating terror attack on September 11th, 2001, which the terrorist group al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for....
Introduction Government types are determined and defined by the way the state’s executive, judicial, and legislative institutions are organized. In present times, the majority of governments are democratic, which means that they “permit nation’s citizens to manage their government either directly or through elected representatives” (Faraji, 2015, p. 269). There...
Introduction Improving one’s communication skills is a key step in becoming a skilled leader. This paper will explore the importance of the Human Resources Sergeant’s role in the Army as a Profession of Arms. It will examine the concept of professionalism, the balance held by the guardians of this profession,...
Multiple substances that have a negative impact on the well-being of nations and economies are made illegal by states, although the problem of their spread remains. Drug trafficking is an illicit global enterprise that involves the cultivation, production, distribution, and sale of narcotics forbidden by law. The efficiency of the...
Nuclear weapons have been a topic of discussion in regards to their purpose, which is usually debatable between the concept of safety and trigger. On the one hand, a weapon of mass destruction gives countries a safety blanket in case a major threat occurs and is to be confronted. On...
Introduction The Watergate affair marred Nixon’s presidency, which continues to be a sad chapter in American history. Calls for Nixon’s impeachment were sparked by his involvement in the scandal and subsequent efforts to hide it. Nixon was found to have allowed a break-in at the DNC headquarters in the Watergate...
Before 2020 the English planning system was undergoing reforms aimed at streamlining the process and giving local communities more of a say in the planning of their areas. The former English planning system was criticized for being slow, bureaucratic, and ineffective in delivering the number and type of homes needed...
Creating a safe organization is essential for the well-being and success of its members. In the context of a brigade in the Army, a safe environment is crucial for performing tasks and maintaining morale. In order to ensure the well-being, success, and effective performance of its members, a brigade in...
The political life of America in the 1830s – early 1850s was largely determined by the rivalry between Whigs and Democrats. Both leading parties adhered to political and economic liberalism and considered themselves true Democrats and Republicans. Moreover, both also traced their origins to the old Republican Anti-Federalist Party, founded...
First and foremost, the article describes the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, that includes essential directions of improvement in terms of sustainable development of the planet. It was adopted by all of the United Nations’ members in September 2015 at Sustainable Development Summit in New York. The proposed...
How Evo Morales’s Background as A Poor Farmer Differed from The Background of Other Western Leaders Evo Morales’s background as a poor farmer differs substantially from the backgrounds of most Western leaders. His family was peasant farmers and from an early age, he took part in planting and harvesting crops...
Communism was a socioeconomic system characterized by the absence of private property and state control of the means of production. In a communist society, all resources and means of production are owned by the community; there is no social hierarchy or class system, and everyone is supposedly equal. Communism in...
Introduction Leadership is a term that refers to the process of motivating and directing people to achieve common goals. It can also be defined as the ability of an individual or group to influence, motivate, and direct others to achieve success (Ciulla, 2020). Army leadership is often associated with strong...
The Electoral College is made up of delegates from every state who turn out to vote for the ultimate winner of the presidential election. This system was established to prevent presidential elections from being decided solely by popular vote. The Founders believed that the average voter might not possess the...
In modern warfare, warring parties commonly employ clandestine groups to achieve various objectives. Watkins interrogates the peculiar space, in the context of international laws, regulations, and protocols governing wartime, which the personnel of these clandestine groups occupies. In the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by Russia for instance, the Russians have...
Introduction In the course of history, a large number of different forms of government have been formed, each of which has its characteristics. One of them is the republic, which is defined as “the form of government in which representatives of the citizen body rule a state” (“Republic,” n.d., para....
Introduction Borders for countries exist for multiple reasons, but the most important of all is the protection of the nation’s sovereignty. Nevertheless, the borders remain open for travel and immigration, and residents of different nations usually pass through with differing levels of freedom of entry. Migrants typically must meet specific...
Introduction The police are entrusted to enforce the law and ensure the safety of citizens. However, in the United States, policing has been marked by straining relationships with people, especially from minority communities. Police officers have killed many people under controversial circumstances. The political climate regarding policing in the country...
In everyday life, lying is the deliberate transmission of factual and emotional information in order to create in another person a belief that the transmitter himself believes to be inconsistent with the truth. People lie every day because many of them lie even about little things. Some people believe that...
Introduction The main goal of military Human Resource Management is to support the military to reach its goals. According to Careers in the Military (2022, para.1), “HRM relates to all the personnel associated things. It involves a variety of activities, including preparing human resource forecasts, recruitment, screening of prospective employees,...
The foreign policy of the European Union (EU) is, first of all, the issues of ensuring peace and security in Europe and on the planet as a whole and preventing and eliminating armed conflicts. The main elements of the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) are civilian and military capabilities,...
Background The geopolitical development of the Eurasian continent throughout history has developed according to the principle of polarity, in which ideologies, needs, and desires for territory and influence did not coincide among the most potent powers. Among these, Russia should undoubtedly be singled out as the state with the world’s...
Events during wars are unpredictable, and the success depends on a joint effort from commanders and their subordinates. An example of an operation with notable changes in plan is Anaconda, which pursued the defeat of Taliban and Al Qaeda troops in Afghanistan by the US army (Kugler, 2007). The US...
Introduction As the Democratic party’s front runner in the Presidential Election of 2016, Hillary Clinton has come closer than any other woman to become the US leader. From the earliest days of research on public opinion’s desires and expectations of the presidency, there has been an ongoing recording of documentation...
The legality of Operation Geronimo and killing the leader of the terrorist organization Al-Qaeda – Osama bin Laden in Pakistan in 2011 remains debatable in terms of liberal democracy. It can be viewed as a violation of fundamental human rights and sovereignty or justice for multiple crimes committed by the...
Introduction A just and person-centered society is based on ideological pluralism (acceptance of everyone as he/she is), the rule of law and social justice, and the priority of human capital development. In this essay, the principles that contribute to the creation of such a society and which are characteristic of...
The first thing that comes to mind when talking about police is that their role is to help people, protect them, and improve the quality of their lives. The implementation of these goals lies in the maintenance of law and public order, and crime control through the investigation and prevention...
The TED talk by Eric Li on the benefits of the Chinese political system claims that it possesses three defining characteristics: Adaptability, meritocracy, and legitimacy. He proves that the system is capable of adaptability based on how many different approaches the party had taken throughout the years, and the results...
Introduction The foreign policy of the United States towards the Middle East is a critical and sensitive subject. The ideology behind it can be summed up by a recent statement by Ambassador Jeffrey in a briefing on Syria. He stated that the United States president had laid forceful goals in...
Tammany Hall, a New York City political organization operating in the early twentieth century, was a powerful machine that included most prominent Democrats. One of the most renowned politicians and influential leaders was George Washington Plunkitt, who gave his speeches from the bootblack stand. The series of talks were written...
Introduction It is hard to overestimate the significance and efficiency of international trade agreements. Understanding how they work and what benefits provide is essential in determining the feasibility of international trade. If made reasonably, trade agreements may allow different countries and their companies to access those markets and industries that...
Governments are complex organizations with hierarchies and forms of control and management. For efficient operation, their activities should be based on practices supported by empirical evidence. Public administration is an academic discipline that constitutes the basis for effective public policies and their implementation. This paper will discuss what public administration...
There are various analytical mechanisms and tools in the military sphere. According to Scott (2017), “the strategic estimate is a tool available to commanders as they develop plans” (p. 3). One of the things that affect strategic estimates, in particular, is operational variables. Operational variables are aspects of both military...
Public policy impacts every civilian, in numerous ways: some effects are predictable and obvious and some policies catch people by surprise. Although details about public policy are readily accessible, it remains difficult to craft a clear-cut description of any public policy. The term public policy represents a set of actions...
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...
Introduction The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty or the NPT is an international treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and their technology. The treaty seeks to promote collaboration for the peaceful use of nuclear technology. The treaty also seeks to ultimately achieve complete nuclear disarmament (Blacker 34). The NPT was...
Voting is a citizen’s most fundamental activity that expresses his patriotism and desire for nation building. Citizens are required to choose the government of their own through elections. The voting department of the U.S encourages everyone to vote for a leader because it’s their country and their home. However, 30%...
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...
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....
Background information Formed way in 1958, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) is a non-profit organization that advocates focus on addressing the needs and interties Americans of middle-aged to elderly descent. The association owes its formation Ethel Percy Andrus, a retired teacher whose goal was to assist the elderly...
Introduction The mind map explores and discloses the major ways through which the government influences and fosters the state’s economy. Public management and organizational theories can also be discussed within the ways of controlling and economic influencing. These theories include scientific management, administrative management, participative management, human relations, pre-human relations,...
Introduction The conflict between Israel and Palestine can be seen as one of the characteristic attributes of politics in the Middle East. While the tones of such conflict shift continuously, switching from an overall Arab-Israeli conflict into a state of peace negotiations, the initial causes of the conflict are still...
Introduction E-Government is the usage of internet technology in the delivery of government services. It is not uncommon to come across tedious processes used by governments in the accomplishment of very simple tasks. The bureaucratic nature of government makes the whole undertaking a nightmare due to the long time taken...
Such concept as the reinvention of the government has always been a subject of thorough sociological analysis. Overall, this notion can be discussed from several perspectives such as for instance administrative and political. Traditionally, it implies some radical or even revolutionary changes in society and state machinery. However, this belief...
Since the world has become vastly more complicated, there is the likelihood of conflicts, international crimes, and other kinds of felonies that individual governments cannot adequately cope with. There is therefore a dire need for international interventions to solve these issues when they arise and prevent their occurrence in the...
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...
Introduction Since ancient times, democracy has been considered a favorable way of ruling which permits freedom and participation in state of affairs by all citizens. Still, within it conflicts of interest are neither eliminated nor stilled. They are rather transferred to a different battleground and the contenders are supplied with...
Since the second half of the 29th century, the welfare state became to play major role in life and destination of citizens. Ideally, the welfare state is responsible to maintain a system for the poor and a service system for all citrines. The welfare state also subsidizes, protects in various...
Outline This topic describes the leadership qualities of a person. It helps to understand the issues in leadership qualities, values and personalities. It investigates the power, influence, values and behaviour of a leader. And it tells about how a leader is different from others and how he influences his followers...
Abstract This research paper would investigate the impact of foreign aid on developing countries looking at their local economic infrastructure. (Henrik & Finn T, 2000). It identifies foreign aid as a key tool in the development of many countries. This paper uses mainly library research. References were made to Nepal,...
In recent decades, the process of Globalization has been changing the very theoretical premise, upon which the concept of international relations was based, throughout the course of the last three centuries. Whereas, before the advent of Globalization and the rise of neoLiberalism, only the independent states were considered legitimate actors...
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...
The state of Virginia is found in the southern part of the United States. It is also called mother of presidents because eight of the US presidents were born in Virginia. Richmond is the capital and Virginia Beach has the highest population among its cities while Fairfax County is a...
Life in the army is much more than drilling on the parade grown and firing the musket. It is a unique transformational experience that teaches an individual how to fit into a robotic system of rules and regulations with higher values instilled in him during training. A new recruit has...
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...
Introduction In 1957, then-senator John F. Kennedy won a Pulitzer Prize for Profiles in Courage. In 1990, the Kennedy family rejuvenated the idea and established the Profiles in Courage Award for selfless public service. In this expertly packaged collection, Caroline Kennedy and over a dozen well-known authors bring forth the...
Introduction Comparative politics scholars have developed numerous theories to understand the timing and success of transitions from authoritarian rule to democracy. In recent years, however, there has been a reverse trend of democratic backsliding. In some countries, populist leaders have gained power and undermined the norms of liberal democracy that...
Introduction Culture is mainly defined as the customs, beliefs, and behavior of a group of people. Indeed, cultures can be found in several countries. However, it is more common to find people of the same culture residing in the same areas and countries. One can argue that the essence of...
In the book “Forces of Labor” Beverly Silver carries out an in-depth analysis of the impact of local labor movements on the development of the modern economy and society. Using data from the automobile and textile industries, the author shows how the relocation of production leads to the geographical shift...
Hegemony is commonly defined as a method of subordinating another population by forcing consent to domination and a foreign ideology. A key concept in hegemony is the naturalization of power relations by creating an illusion that the domination is status quo. Language and culture are common means of achieving this....
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...
Introduction Power is a concept that is widely researched and discussed by various scholars. Sociologist Dennis Gilbert in the book The American Class Structure in an Age of Growing Inequality, summarizes different ideas of power and class inequality that are worth examining. This paper discusses the three perspectives of power...
Introduction It can be argued that the operations of the Army are affected by several environmental factors. These components are the diplomatic relations with other states, technological advancements, economic situation, and others. Army leaders should study anticipated changes that may affect their operational activity in the future to command efficiently...
For the majority of the 20th century, the Soviet Union in its various iterations of leadership was considered the epitome of a totalitarian state. The political system consisted of one political Communist party that retained total control of all policy and leadership, led by an authoritarian figure that commonly maintained...
Introduction As communities around the world continue to expand and modernize, it has become significant to address the increasing energy needs. The expansion and modernization of communities come together with the proliferation of aspects that are synonymous with modern-day living such as the use of appliances and gadgets that depend...
Introduction The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) was formed with only 13 members in 1971. Currently, it has a membership of 42 members. It is critical to note that from the outset, that group membership was racially exclusive, but their goals and objectives were all-inclusive. The group’s stated mission was to...
Why Gorbachev chose the United Nations as his forum for this speech Gorbachev chose the United Nations as his forum of speech because he considered it an institution that brings the world together. According to him, his message of unity for the world could only be delivered in a forum...
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...
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...
Introduction It could be stated that the issue of relationships between religion and politics is a considerably difficult question to solve. There are numerous examples of the religious institutions’ direct influence and integration into the political life of a country from various historical periods. Not only this issue is highly...
The relations between China and Taiwan have been quite contradictory, which is a characteristics feature of all neighboring states. Taiwan appeared in “the Chinese cultural orbit” in the 16th century and became an administrative unit of China in 1689, but it was ruled “with a light hand” (Bush, 2013, p....
Introduction South Korea has an advanced logistics infrastructure, which the country has been developing since the 60’s. Moreover, the logistics industry is the ninth-largest in Korea with regards to revenue from sales and therefore is among the key drivers of economic growth. As of 2014, the sector employed up to...
The History of Formation of Iranian Politics Despite its practical similarities, Iranian society differs significantly from their Arab neighbors. First, they are Persians and not Arabs. Second, their religious conviction represents a rather complex rejection of orthodox conviction common among the Sunni (Palmer 263). It is important to mention that...
Leadership Styles Any organization or business has its processes designed according to an internal code of ethics. Such structures as governments and their branches also have lists of rules that their members should follow. However, real-life situations can sometimes be controversial with no written directions on how to act in...
The notion of the American dream is popular all over the world. It has been mentioned in various objects of the American popular culture so many times that eventually it became a stereotypical ethical value associated with the American society, its lifestyle and principles. In spite of the overall popularity...
Guizot on Equality and Right to Vote for French Citizens Being an architect of France’s July Monarchy of 1830-1848, Francois Guizot was not a proponent of universal suffrage. He also opposed the equality of citizens in France and argued that it was not a desirable goal for the state because...
Cultural diplomacy is a specific kind of soft power and public diplomacy that incorporates the mutual exchange of information, ideas, and cultural concepts for maintaining trusting ties between different parties. The primary goal of cultural diplomacy is fostering a mutual understanding of the national ideals of parties with an effort...
Introduction Political speeches appear to provide gripping material for analysis. One of the recent speeches is Trump’s inaugural address. Therefore, this work aims to give a critical review of Trump’s inaugural speech, including general impression which it has created on the audience and intentions which the newly-elected President has been...
Introduction The United States is a country that was built by people who searched for freedom from the traditional rules imposed by the Church and by feudal masters. It is not surprising that the nation created as a result has freedom as its primary value. The living conditions in the...
