Many Presidents and external agencies have attempted to improve government productivity and measurement of results.  Select one President (Reagan, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Obama) or select one external agency. Describe their platforms and proposals for improving how government works.  Consider focusing on their overarching goals, the success or failure of their plans, and the nature of the opposition to their plans.  Consult at least two sources […]

Many Presidents and external agencies have attempted to improve government productivity and measurement of results.  Select one President (Reagan, Bush, Clinton, Bush, Obama) or select one external agency. Describe their platforms and proposals for improving how government works.  Consider focusing on their overarching goals, the success or failure of their plans, and the nature of the opposition to their plans.  Consult at least two sources […]

This Unit’s discussion is about voting.  How can we increase voter participation, or should we increase it so only more knowledgeable people vote?  How do we increase knowledgeable voters?  Should we require a photo ID, or go the other way and allow anyone to mail-in their ballot or even vote-online?  Should we vote for judges or let them be appointed by other elected officials?

 Based on your readings and resources for this week, identify one type of nontraditional family. Discuss the issues that may be encountered by raising children in this type of family structure and identify what the research says about outcomes for children growing up in this type of home. In addition to your weekly learning resources, find at least one recent news article (within the past […]

Post an explanation for how you think the cost-benefit analysis in terms of legislators being reelected affected efforts to repeal/replace the ACA. Then, explain how analyses of the voters views may affect decisions by legislative leaders in recommending or positioning national policies (e.g., Congress’ decisions impacting Medicare or Medicaid). Remember, the number one job of a legislator is to be re-elected. Please check your discussion grading […]

This week you have no readings as this is a continuous update. This week, I want you to do research on what makes the US most vulnerable across the world when it comes to our cyberinfrastructure. Please research several other countries and their interests in the US cyber infrastructure. What makes us vulnerable? What assets are being sought? Who is seeking these assets? What can […]

   Review the JCIDS Process  Link:  http://acqnotes.com/acqnote/acquisitions/jcids-overview   Write about how the JCIDS process impacts the warfighter in a  direct or indirect manner.  You should research additional material  online or in the library to support your position.   Write a two-page paper, plus the title page and a reference page.   As always, read all the lesson notes before you start this assignment  as new or current events may have […]

The ability for agencies within the Intelligence Community to share information/intelligence received a huge boost when Fusion Centers were developed. However, there are still obstacles with sharing information between federal agencies, between federal agencies and state/local law enforcement, and between the military and law enforcement.  In a 4 page/double spaced essay review the obstacles that currently derail interagency intelligence sharing. conclude your essay with your recommendations […]

Counterterrorism and American Presence Overseas In an essay at least five pages long (excluding the title and reference page), describe the strategy, tactics, and tools that are available to agencies within the U. S. to perform counterterrorism operation, as well as the strategy, tactics, and tools that are available to U. S. agencies and the military to perform counterterrorism operations abroad. Note key differences between […]

In this assignment, you will submit a research plan for a public health department to investigate a possible crisis and recommend a public health response to this potential crisis.  Directions:  Read through the following Centervale scenario and investigate the linkages between the health and illness problems in Centervale and the water supplies and waste disposal services. You must consider the full public health impact of […]