Category: Politics & Government 2182

  • Historical Analysis of Presidential Power of Executive Order

    Table of Contents Background Executive Orders since 2000 The Current Debate over Executive Orders Works Cited The executive order denotes how a sitting president of (most) democratic countries issues a federal or national directive. Presidents utilize the order to manage the national operations, depending on the countrys nature (Johns 100). Executive orders play a fundamental…

  • Pioneer Generation Package for Singapores Elderly

    Abstract Over the course of their life, the senior citizens of Singapore have contributed immensely to the development of the state in terms of its social, political and economic life. As a sign of appreciation for their efforts, the Singaporean government has created the Pioneer Generation Package, which provides the so-called Pioneer Generation with healthcare…

  • New York Times v. United States

    New York Times Co. v. the United States is a famous case held in the US Supreme Court that brought up the question of limitations of freedom of speech. In 1971, the Nixon Administration attempted to prevent publishing the classified papers of the Defense Department that revealed sensitive information about the war in Vietnam (US…

  • Why the Electoral College is Necessary

    Table of Contents Introduction Popular and Electoral Vote Disparity The Downfalls of the Popular Vote The Importance of Swing States The Electoral College Is a Non-Factor in Strategic Decisions Voter Inequality The Purpose of the Electoral College Conclusion References Introduction The electoral college has been controversial It sometimes contradicts the popular vote The 2016 election…

  • Chinas Role in Africa and Its Implications for the US

    In the last three decades, China has shown a lot of interest in the development of Africa. This growing interest has become a key issue among Western countries because many African countries are shifting their alliance with Western countries to China. China does not reveal its real interests in Africa. However, its activities are founded…

  • Evidence-Based Approach to Policymaking

    Table of Contents Evidence-Based Approach Policy Impact Policy Creation: Inclusive and Bias-Free Conclusion and Recommendations References Criminal justice policies often fail to address the issues of diverse individuals and vulnerable populations. As opposed to minimizing the role of individual characteristics, policymakers should employ an evidence-based approach to formulate actionable steps to combat discrimination. This essay…

  • Governor and Public Policy: Formal and Informal Powers

    Table of Contents Introduction Effective Campaign Issues Summary of Formal and Informal Powers Formal Powers Applied to Issues Informal Powers Applied to Issues Conclusion Reference Introduction When a person becomes an elected governor, they use formal and informal powers to influence public policy. I have recently been elected the Governor of Texas because I promised…

  • Structure and Functions of the USA Federal Government

    Table of Contents Introduction The Legislative Branch of Power The Executive Branch of Power The Judicial Branch of Power Check and Balance System Conclusion References 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,…

  • Spain and Catalonia: The Border Issues

    Issue explanation The 2006 Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia was rejected by the Spanish Court, which led to the creation of the Catalan independence movement. The 2017 Catalan independence referendum was deemed unconstitutional and Spain used armed forces in an attempt to resolve the issue. The majority of seats in the new Catalan government is…

  • Senates Policymaking Through Advice and Consent

    Table of Contents Introduction Articles Review Conclusion Works Cited Introduction The Treaty Clause in the US constitution has been a major area of debate both in the public and academic sphere. The clause defines the powers of the executive or president and the senate in the treaty-making process. The executive is given unlimited power to…