Category: Political science

  • “Analyzing the Impact of Reform on Society: A Comprehensive Review”

    Please review the file attached before writing. Assignment will be based on what is mentioned in the file. Sources are listed in the file.reform

  • “Exploring the Great Chasm: A Comparative Analysis of the Politics of Redemption and Convenience in Western Political Philosophy”

    Paper Assignment 
    Your Paper is your final.
    Paper Topic: 100 points total; 20% of your class grade.
    In commenting on the two great themes of Western political philosophy, Glenn Tinder states:
    This … brings us to a position overlooking one of the great chasms in the Western political mind. On one side lies what can be called the ‘politics of redemption” … [holding] that the goal of politics and of political thought is a life on earth that is altogether good. There are no great, unconquerable evils in human nature or in the essential structure of earthly life. Felicity is not a gift of God, nor is it reserved for a heavenly existence or a time after death. It can be attained through human wisdom and planning here on earth. …
    On the other side of the chasm lies … “the politics of convenience.” This is a politics based either on skepticism about the capacities of human beings and the possibilities of life on earth, … or on satisfaction with things as they are. Both attitudes prompt a politics of low expectations and low demands, since the world either cannot or need not be much improved. Government is not called upon to bring salvation but only to enhance the convenience of life.
    From the list of political thinkers we have taken up in this class, choose one thinker exemplifying what Tinder calls the “politics of redemption” and one thinker exemplifying what Tinder refers to as the “politics of convenience.” 
    Then,
    1) Summarize the main themes of their political philosophy regarding the individual and the kind of political arena they wish to achieve. Citing paragraphs and page numbers from Somerville and Santoni. [30 points] 
    2) Place your thinker in one or the other category mentioned by Tinder and defend your choice by marshalling arguments from passages (quotes) of the thinker and from commentaries on the thinker you may have gathered from your own research (Be sure to check with your professor that your sources are academically valid and solid sources). [40 points] 
    3) Choose relevant chapter(s) from Tinder’s book and relevant the articles posted on the Canvas page and your own research to tie the above discussion to the most current state of affairs. [30 points]
    This paper is not an “opinion” paper, but rather a research paper, where your arguments need to be supported by quotes and sources.
    Format and length of paper: Format is MLA with 1 1/2/spacing and 12 point font. Length of paper 10-12 pages and works cited.
    Due date: Uploaded on Canvas, by Friday, May 17, 2024, 11:50 pm
    Some political theorist you could use are plato, aristotle
    could I also please get a plagerism report thank you

  • “The Illusion of Post-Racial America: Assessing the Belief that the Election of an African-American President Signifies an End to Racism”

    Some say that the election of an African-American as president—and for two consecutive terms, no less— “proves” that Black people have “made it” and that racism and racial discrimination are no longer a persistent problem in the United States. Assess this argument.

  • “Deconstructing Campaign Ads: An Analysis of Presidential Election Messaging from 1968-2020”

    Assignment I: Deconstructing a Campaign Ad
    Campaign ads, for better or
    worse, are a major source of information for citizens as they decide which
    candidate to vote for in an election. 
    The purpose of this assignment is to prompt you to take apart a number
    of campaign ads so that you can come to understand the multiple levels of
    meaning, truth and deception that they may contain.
    Do a Google search for “The Living Room Candidate.”  This will
    direct you to a digital archive of all presidential campaign ads from 1952 to
    2020.  This archive is part of the
    website for the Museum of the Moving Image which is located in Long Island
    City, Queens.
    Pick one election for this assignment from
    1968 to 2020.  It’s OK to look at the earlier ads but they
    are primitive by current standards.  The
    “Daisy Girl” ad, released by the Johnson campaign in 1964, however, is a
    classic and is well worth a look.
    Choose 3 or 4 ads that were produced for the candidate
    of each party for the election year that you have chosen.  So you will
    be working with 6 to 8 ads.  All of these
    ads are titled and you will refer to the ads by their title as you write your
    essay.  I will be interested in referring
    back to the ads you refer to as I assess your assignments.
    As you take apart (or deconstruct) these ads, answer
    the following questions:
    1) Look up current events information for the election
    year that you have chosen. What were the campaign issues for that year?  Look
    up the current events (big news stories for that year etc.) that point to the
    hopes, fears and aspirations that the voters had going into that election.
    2) What is the explicit message that is communicated
    in the ad’s narrative?  Express this in a
    simple sentence.  Keep in mind that every ad embodies a short
    story.  Think about what that story is
    and about what the “moral” of that story is.  
    3) What are the adjectives (descriptive terms) that
    are used in the ad?  Are they positive or
    negative?  Note that to properly answer this question you have to
    give specific examples of words and of how these words are used.  Would you characterize the ad itself as
    positive or negative?
    4) How do the images in the ad tie into the message
    that the ad is trying to convey?  How are the candidates portrayed?  How are they dressed?  How are they postured?  What activities are they shown doing?  What about other images of people, of places?
    Again, use specific examples of particular images to substantiate your points.
    5) What is the tone of voice in the ad?  Is
    it narrated by the candidate or by someone else?  Is the narrator a man or a woman?  How does the tone of the ad and the gender of
    the narrator tie in to its message?
    OVER
    6) What fears or aspirations or political concerns are
    reflected in the contents of the ads that you chose to examine?  As
    reflected in the ads, what were the major issues in the political campaign that
    you looked at?
    7) What is your reaction to the ads?  Did they move
    you?  Did they repulse you? Did they
    pique your curiosity about the candidate? Did you find them honest, or
    deceptive?
    Your write up should run at least 4 full pages, double
    spaced with 12 point font size and 1 inch margins

  • “The Rise and Fall of Proposition 46: A Political Analysis of Direct Democracy in California”

    I want you to analyze prop 46
    This assignment should give you a deeper
    understanding of direct democracy in California and the political forces behind its use
    Most important: Your paper should follow a chronological narrative, starting from the beginning
    of the issue to post-election aftermath. Good flow is essential to a good paper
    Descriiption: Provide a brief summary of how the proposition altered or would have altered
    existing law and the state constitution.
    Background: Describe the political background that prompted the ballot proposition to be
    qualified and placed on the ballot. Why did Californians vote on this?
    Supporters/Opponents: Identify who were the major supporters and opponents of the proposition
    and describe their respective positions. Don’t just list groups and people from the ballot statement.
    This is not a pro/con paper about the issue, so spend more time on the people than the arguments.
    o Campaign: Discuss the election strategy and campaign for both sides. This should include
    campaign contributions, polling, newspaper editorials, etc. This is a significant part of your paper.
    Results: Present the electoral results, including regional, demographic, and other forms of electoral
    analysis. Also, provide some insight into why the proposition passed or failed. Since this is a
    political science course, this is an essential component of the paper.
    oBroader Analysis: What were the political consequences of the proposition’s failure or passage?
    How did the proposition impact California and its politics?
    Final thought: This is fundamentally a paper on politics, not policy. I care more about how a
    proposition passed or failed than how it changes policy.

  • Title: “The Water-Energy Nexus in the Middle East: A Comparative Study of Lebanon and Israel’s Impact on Security and Geopolitical Stability” “Navigating the Water-Energy-Security Nexus in the Middle East: A Comparative Analysis of Lebanon and Israel”

    Abstract (200 words) (this is for a UK top university kindly choose very good academic sources)
    Summarize the purpose, methodology, expected findings, and significance of the research. Highlight the unique comparative approach between Lebanon and Israel, focusing on how differences in water and energy management impact security and geopolitical stability.
    Introduction (600 words)
    Background: Introduce the importance of the water-energy nexus in the Middle East.
    Justification for Study: Explain why Lebanon and Israel are chosen, noting their geographical proximity and contrasting resource management strategies.
    Research Objectives: Clearly define what the study aims to achieve.
    Literature Review (1200 words)
    Theoretical Framework: Discuss key theories related to resource management, security studies, and international relations.
    Review of Related Literature: Analyze existing studies focusing on Lebanon and Israel separately and, where available, comparative studies. Identify gaps that your research will address.
    Methodology (1000 words)
    Research Design: Describe the comparative case study design.
    Data Collection: Outline methods for collecting qualitative and quantitative data (e.g., interviews, public records, energy usage data).
    Data Analysis: Detail how data will be analyzed to compare the impacts of resource management on security in both countries.
    Case Studies (1500 words)
    Lebanon: Discuss Lebanon’s current water and energy issues, including infrastructural challenges and impacts on national security.
    Israel: Examine Israel’s technologies and policies in water and energy management and their effects on national and regional stability.
    Expected Outcomes (500 words)
    Findings: Predict potential findings from the comparative analysis.
    Implications: Discuss how these findings could influence policy decisions and academic discussions.
    Significance of the Study (500 words)
    Contribution to Knowledge: Explain how your research will contribute to the fields of geopolitical studies, resource management, and conflict resolution.
    Practical Relevance: Highlight the potential policy implications and benefits for Lebanon and Israel.
    Conclusion (500 words)
    Recap the main arguments, emphasizing the innovative nature of your approach and the expected contributions of your research.
    References
    A list of 50 academic sources, which should include:
    Books and Journal Articles: Scholarly works on the geopolitics of the Middle East, water and energy management, and security studies.
    Official Reports and Documents: Publications from governments, international organizations (like the UN, World Bank), and NGOs that provide data and analysis on Lebanon and Israel.
    Case Studies and Precedents: Previous research that examines similar themes in other contexts.
    Potential Academic Sources
    “Water Wars: Coming Conflicts in the Middle East” – Provides context on water as a source of conflict.
    “Energy Resources and Conflict in the Middle East” – Analyzes the role of energy in regional disputes.
    Articles from journals such as International Security, Journal of Peace Research, and Water International.
    Reports by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) on water and energy issues in Lebanon.
    Studies on Israel’s water recycling and desalination technologies published in Environmental Science & Technology.
    Academic Journals and Articles
    Journal of Hydrology: Research articles on water management practices and their environmental impact.
    Energy Policy: Articles on energy policy and its intersection with security and economic stability.
    Middle East Journal: Studies on regional geopolitics, with specific issues focusing on Lebanon and Israel.
    International Security: Publications on broader security issues that may intersect with resource management.
    Policy Documents and Government Reports
    Lebanese Ministry of Energy and Water: National water and energy strategy documents.
    Israel Water Authority: Reports on water conservation and management technologies.
    Lebanese Ministry of Environment: Environmental impact assessments and sustainability reports.
    Israeli Ministry of Environmental Protection: Reports on environmental policies and their security implications.
    International Organizations and Think Tanks
    World Bank: Country profiles for Lebanon and Israel, focusing on infrastructure and resource management projects.
    UNESCO Water Assessment Programme: Reports on water resource management and sustainability.
    International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA): Reports on renewable energy developments in the Middle East.
    Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), Israel: Analysis on how energy security affects national security.
    Carnegie Middle East Center: Policy analysis on how resource management impacts regional stability.
    Statistical Databases
    FAO AQUASTAT: FAO’s global water information system with detailed country profiles.
    IEA Statistics: Comprehensive data on energy production, consumption, and policy in Lebanon and Israel.
    World Resource Institute’s Aqueduct: Global water risk mapping tool.
    The Global Economy.com: Provides various economic indicators including those related to environmental resource management.
    Specialized Reports and Books
    “Water Wars: Drought, Flood, Folly, and the Politics of Thirst” by Diane Raines Ward: Context on global water conflicts.
    “Energy and Security: Strategies for a World in Transition” edited by Jan H. Kalicki and David L. Goldwyn: Insights into the intersection of energy policy and security.
    **”The Politics of Water in the Middle East: An Israeli Perspective on the Hydro-Political Aspects of the Conflict”
    by Hillel Shuval: Provides a detailed exploration of water politics in the region, specifically from an Israeli perspective.
    21. “Lebanon: The Challenge of Independence” by Elizabeth Picard: Insight into Lebanon’s political landscape and how it impacts resource management.
    “Thirsty Planet: Strategies for Sustainable Water Management” by Constance Elizabeth Hunt: Offers strategies that could be relevant for both Lebanon and Israel in addressing their water management challenges.
    Technical Reports and Case Studies
    “Managing Water Under Uncertainty and Risk” – United Nations World Water Development Report: Offers insights into global best practices and methodologies in water risk management.
    Case Studies by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI): Detailed analyses of effective water management strategies that could be applicable to Lebanon and Israel.
    Reports from the Energy Studies Institute: Include case studies on successful energy policy implementations that could provide comparative insights.
    News Sources and Media Analysis
    Haaretz and The Daily Star: Newspapers providing local insights on current events related to water and energy issues in Israel and Lebanon, respectively.
    Al Jazeera and BBC Middle East: These international news outlets frequently cover the geopolitics of the region, including resource-related issues.
    Conference Papers and Proceedings
    Proceedings from the International Conference on Water and Energy in the Middle East: These can offer the latest research findings and expert opinions on the nexus of water, energy, and security.
    Annual Reports from the Mediterranean Action Plan: These documents discuss regional cooperation on environmental issues affecting Mediterranean countries, including Lebanon and Israel.
    By leveraging these diverse sources, your research will be grounded in comprehensive, multi-faceted data that covers both the specific dynamics of Lebanon and Israel and the broader regional and global contexts. This will enable you to build a well-rounded and empirically rich analysis of the water-energy-security nexus in your selected case studies.

  • Title: The Influence of Economic Conditions on Voter Choices and Election Patterns: A Comparative Analysis of Historical and Contemporary Cases

    “Thesis: Economic conditions influence
    voter choices, election patterns, and the larger debate over the connection of economics
    and politics in the democratic process.
    Include case studies, examples in history like the Great Depression/Franklin D.
    Roosevelt’s New Deal policies, 1980’s Economic Expansion/Ronald Reagan’s presidency, 2008 Global Financial
    Crisis/Obama’s Election, many more and statistical reports.
    Include these questions as a subtopic on top of other ones:
    1. Why are
    Republicans more concerned about economic issues compared to Democrats? 
    2. Why is there a perception of
    the South being more authoritarian and the North being more democratic?
    (Try) to cite from these sources below if possible, and if not, relate it to a lot of Political Behavior books and articles.
    Paul R. Abramson, John H. Aldrich, Jamie L. Carson, Brad T. Gomez and David W. Rohde, CHANGE AND CONTINUITY IN THE 2020 and 2022 ELECTIONS (Washington, D.C.: CQ Press, 2023)
    Elizabeth A. Theiss-Morse, Michael W. Wagner, William H. Flanigan and Nancy H. Zingale, POLITICAL BEHAVIOR OF THE AMERICAN ELECTORATE, 14th Ed.(Washington, D.C.: CQ Press, 2018)
    Glynn, Herbst, Lindeman, O’Keefe and Shapiro, PUBLIC OPINION, 3rd edition, (Boulder, Co: Westview Press, 2016)
    John R. Hibbing and Kevin B. Smith, eds., “The Biology of Political Behavior,” The Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, Vol. 614, November 2007

  • “Uncovering the Invisible: A Critical Analysis of The Undocumented Americans”

    Read :
    The Undocumented Americans Hardcover – March 24, 2020
    by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio (Author)
    Students are required to type a 5-page critical analysis of The
    Undocumented Americans.

  • “Is Congress Broken? A Critical Analysis of David Hawkins’ Claims”

    Completeness
    Did you address all aspects of the prompt? If there are sub-questions contained
    within the prompt, did you address those?
    – Quality of arguments:
    This includes 1) persuasiveness, 2) presenting multiple arguments, if appropriate
    (e.g. from different viewpoints or competing arguments that address the same
    issue) or arguments for or against an idea, 3) complete arguments that fully
    address causal connections or related aspects, etc.
    – Quality of evidence provided:
    Each argument should be backed up by some form of evidence. This could be 1)
    the use of examples that illustrate your point, 2) the inclusion of data (e.g. from
    the textbook or another source you found, or 3) scholarly references … Please
    note: It may not always be necessary to include data or scholarly references!
    Often, the textbook and your notes as well as your interpretations of them may be. Is Congress “broken?” We discussed a number of problems with Congress during this
    class. Here is a brief video in which David Hawkins, a senior editor at Roll Call (a
    news/blog website) discussed five reasons why HE thinks Congress is, in fact, broken:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAmfeTfItpM. Please watch the video and write a
    research essay in response to his claims. Do you agree? Disagree? And why? Be sure to
    include your own analysis and examples/evidence as appropriate

  • “The Art of Ruling: A Machiavellian Perspective”

    According to the texts provided follow the instructions provided in the word document. I will also provide you with Machiavelli’s book “the prince” shortly as well as class notes. Using all these resources you will have to write a thoughtful essay responding to the prompt in the word document