he Constitution of the United States created a strong but limited national government, in order to protect the citizens from possible abuses of the government. These limits are expressed, in the division of its powers, the adoption of a federal system, the proclamation of civil liberties and rights, and the rotation and selection of authorities […]
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Directions: Please write a one page typed Personal Statement about who you are. Among other things, include what you are planning on majoring in, one or two things that you like to do (dancing, football, friends, etc.), what you want to do when you get older, and your impressions and expectations of Introduction to Politics. […]
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Answer all Questions 1. Should the Department of Defense and the military be responsible for post-war nation-building or should this be primarily the function of others? Why or why not and if not then who? If not, then what should be the continuing role of the military? 2. Should the military services and their capabilities […]
Pandemic Issues
We are at a pivotal point in the pandemic with about one third of our population vaccinated but a bit of confusion and changes related to masks. What do you believe should be the policy for return to campus for community colleges?University of California and California State University systems will require vaccinations but reopen their […]
Public Event and Current Events
During this semester, we have learned about the structure, process and impacts of American government. Policy decisions impact everyday life and shape our culture as well as history. Address both of the questions below.As part of your work this semester, you completed a paper for a public event. Discuss with your classmates your public event […]
Government
Select two readings which you found most interesting and that challenged your assumptions about the topic (democratization, the state, revolutions, development, the welfare state, etc.). What, specifically, did you find most insightful about the readings you selected? What about them made you re-think or re-interpret your understanding of a given topic or the country about […]
US Government Healthcare Policies
– Present two competing solutions to a major healthcare problem that can be implemented by the US government, preferably at the federal level. Then show why one is better, and to be recommended. – consider the roles of each branch of government – at least (4) sources, and cite them throughout the paper for everything […]
Representaion in congress
Required Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Chapter 11, 12 Lesson Minimum of 2 scholarly sources in addition to the textbook. Instructions Research the proportion of women, African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans and openly gay or lesbian members of Congress. Reflect on what […]
Comparative Approach
You are required to write a short paper evaluating and analyzing the comparative approach introduced in your textbook readings. Your readings this week addressed various ways of approaching comparing and analyzing aspects of political systems. For this assignment, assume that you are preparing to begin a project that attempts to explain the success of democracy […]
Are we uninformed?
The framers of the Constitution were concerned that everyday citizens would not be able to understand or comprehend the makings of our government. They felt that everyday citizens were uninformed and did not care what was going on in our government. Even today we see where citizens are interested in government affairs seemingly only if […]