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Papers On Political Theory
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Anthony Giddens/Runaway World
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A 5 page essay that discusses the main themes in Giddens' book on the effects of globalization. The writer argues that Giddens' argument is persuasive and correct. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khantgid.rtf
Anti terrorist legislation in the US and the implications for Australia
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A paper which looks critically at the counter-terrorist measures taken in the US and the UK in the wake of 9/11, the intelligence failures which gave rise to these measures, and the potential impact for other countries such as Australia. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: JLcounterr
Applications of the Classic Tests for a Just War
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This 5 page paper lists the classic tests for a just war then discusses those tests in regard to several international issues. An emphasis is made that issues must be evaluated within context and that the stamping out of evil and the promotion of good is of paramount concern. The problem that consistently emerges, however, is who is defining evil and who is defining good. Bibliography lists 3 sources
Filename: PPwarJustificationsTests1.rtf
Arabian Democracy?: Factors Shaping the Democratic Future of Arabic Countries
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A 17 page overview of the political environment of Arab countries. Contends that although these countries have a long history of resistance to democratic structure and were to a large degree passed by in the third wave of democratization which encompassed many other countries, a number of factors are currently interacting to gradually steer them in this direction. Outlines the advantages of democracy and weighs them against the advantages of the current political and ideological structure of these countries. Notes the influence of technology, the Internet in particular, in speeding change. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PParabDm.wps
Are America's Political Parties In Resurgence?
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An 8 page paper discussing the future of America's political parties. An old saying that holds too true is that the Democrats institute the social programs and the Republicans work them into the budget. In looking back over the decades of only this century, that rule of thumb appears to be irrefutable. The personal convictions of the individual will ensure the ultimate prosperity of his party, as there are myriad points on which the two parties hold opposing views. Voters increasingly are calling politicians to account, however, and the most assured performance review we can hand the party of our choice is that which we can deliver on election day. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Partiesre.wps
Are Democratic Priniciples Universally Applicable?
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A 5 page contention that two of the primary democratic tenants clash vehemently among some peoples and cultures. Democracy is predicated on majority vote yet it is also predicated on the assumption that certain human rights apply equally to all. This paper uses the example of Islam to contend that the principles of democracy are not universally applicable. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPdemocracyUniversality.rtf
Aristotle and the Ideal Constitution
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A 5 page paper which examines Aristotle's
"Politics" and illustrates what Aristotle sees as the foundations for the ideal Constitution.
No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAariplt.rtf
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