Political science

Even more so than other types of policies, economic policy has been considered as objective and neutral in regard to gender, race, class and other social relations. Yet critics like Waring and Shiva have argued that mainstream economic and “development” policies disproportionately and differentially affect marginalized groups. What does this discrepancy tell you about what […]

Students are required to write short summaries on three of the books listed below: Summaries must be typed, 6 double-spaced pages, 12-point Times New Roman font, with justified alignment and 1-inch margins. Papers must include properly cited in-text references. Students may use either MLA, APA, or Chicago style citations so long as they are consistent. […]

Instructions You are a lobbyist for an issue that you find important. For example, you would like to see the banning of smoking in federal buildings (Note: This policy has already been enacted.) You are going to make an informational pamphlet to highlight your points to prominent members of Congress. Research members of Congress that […]

While direct political violence is not the same thing as structural violence, in practice they are often closely connected. Using examples from the course, explain what these types of violence are and demonstrate the various levels on which the connection between them is played out. Please answer the question and after your submission, I will […]

your next step for this week is to  write your Theoretical Orientation and Purpose.  A theoretical orientation, or theoretical framework, refers to the system of ideas and assumptions that an academic begins with when writing a paper. Theoretical orientation provides the researcher with a starting point to structure his/her ideas during research and writing.  Each academic discipline […]

Outline for Writing Term Paper (Minimum Five pages in length)  Step 1: Introduction Define the topic (i.e. what is…). Why is the topic an important issue for society? Specify the research questions of your study.  Step 2: Literature Review Discuss the pros and cons of your research topic. Describe how you will deal with the […]

Briefly describe the functions of political parties in choosing nominees to run for president (consider the role of primaries, caucuses, party conventions, etc.).

Paper Format: 1. Why do you believe the Executive branch has the most power other than the legislative and judicial branches in the government? Explain it.  2. Explain the reason why you chose this branch of government. Give a specific of a power this branch has, and how has it been exercised today. Explain.  Maximize […]

Briefly describe the leadership theory that best aligns with your leadership style, including your rationale for the selection. Describe what your leadership practice looks like when the selected leadership theory is at work. In seeking to effectively “Model the Way,” discuss how your core values, faith and observations from others (including your followers) help to […]

By now, many of you have heard that Presidential candidate Joe Biden has chosen former Presidential candidate and Senator Kamala Harris to run as vice president with him on the election ticket. There are many pros and cons they will face for several reasons. Can you name some of the pros and cons this duo […]