Category: Politics & Government 2182
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Is the Electoral College Outdated?
Table of Contents Introduction Rationale Further Discussion Conclusion Works Cited Introduction It is worth noting that the presence of the Electoral College contradicts the existing belief that, in a democracy, the winner is the one who receives the most votes. This system was introduced to eliminate the possibility that a large state would impose its…
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The Whisperers by Figes: Book Analysis
The Whisperers: Private Life in Stalins Russia by Orlando Figes is a historical work that explores the fascinating aspect of daily life in the Soviet Union during the Stalinist era. Despite the strict control exercised by the state, Figes asserts that Soviet citizens were still able to maintain some degree of privacy and independence in…
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Community Relations Efforts by Law Enforcement
One of the most important cornerstones of society is law enforcement. Effective crime prevention and ensuring public safety depend on law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve to develop and sustain trust. Recent instances of systematic racism and police violence have eroded trust and provoked demonstrations all around the nation. Law enforcement agencies are…
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Pacifism in the United States
Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Anti-militarism is a doctrine and political movement against militarism. Many socialists, libertarians, social liberals, and environmental activists profess anti-militarist ideology. Anti-militarism should not be confused with pacifism, which rejects any violence (Brock 27). Anti-militarism recognizes the right to self-defense, both individual and class, but opposes…
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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 destroyed by the two World…
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The Bring Back the Draft Article by Elliot Ackerman
Table of Contents Introduction Ackermans Argument for Bringing Back the Draft The success of the All-Volunteer Military Advantages and Disadvantages of the All-Voluntary Military Advantages and Disadvantages of the Military Draft Experts Views on The Military Draft Conclusion Works Cited Introduction In his article Bring Back the Draft, Ackerman argues that a draft would bring…
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The Progressive Era in America
Table of Contents Characteristics of a Progressive Characteristics of Anti-Progressive People The Goals of Progressivism The Achievements of Progressivism References Characteristics of a Progressive Roosevelt outlines several characteristics that describe a progressive: a vision, intensity of conviction, broad sympathy and imagination in the support of the forward movement, belief in goodness, justice, and righteousness, confidence,…
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Russian Expansion in United States European Command
Table of Contents Introduction The Emerging Threat Posed by Russia in EUCOM Diplomatic, Information, and Military Instruments of Power Economic and Financial Instruments of Power Intelligence and Law Enforcement Instruments of Power Effects of the Situation on INDOPACOM Effects on the Gulf Cooperation Council Conclusion References Introduction Current Russian efforts to challenge the United States…
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Economic Influence and Interest Groups
Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion Work Cited Introduction The assertion that a government failure may be worse than a market is not a baseless statement. As Wheelan notes in his book, a government may acquire more problems while trying to fix the currently existing issues (176). These newly aggregated problems may be more…
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Persuasion on Voter Suppression in the United States
Table of Contents Introduction Voter Suppression in the United States Contemporary Voter Suppression The Case of Texas Opposing Viewpoints Conclusion References Introduction The urge to win elections shapes the decisions to suppress voters today in the same way it did during the Reconstruction era. The modalities applied in the American South depend on the balance…