The student will select a local or state law enforcement or other state or local government organization concerned with emergency management and planning, and research, analyze and critique on the organization’s emergency management and planning processes. The focus of the analysis is to examine the various emergency management planning components: Mitigation; Preparedness; Response; and Recovery, as well as how the organization uses Unity of Command […]

In Lecture 1, we explored how “liberty” was interpreted by the Founders of the American Constitution. They were influenced by political writers who stated that liberty is always at risk and must be protected by the citizens. John Locke argued that liberty be protected through a contract (the Constitution) between the government and the people. He went on to say that government only exists because of […]

Many scholars today have derided the fact that partisanship has polarized the political landscape. Do you believe that non-elected public administrators have also been affected by the partisanship reflected in national politics? Do you believe that public administrators should be partisan? Is it realistic to expect that public administrators not have strong partisan views on the public policies they suggest and implement? Respond to at […]

Many Americans claim that they belong to a certain party, or follow a certain ideology, without ever taking the time to figure out if that assessment is really accurate. For this project, you will want to explain the origins of the political ideology with which you are aligned. You will then consider how this ideology impacts you, and discuss its prospects for future political success. […]

Write a three-paragraph answer detailing your view of the role of the modern public administrator. What academic training do you think the model public administrator should have? Do you feel that the public administrator’s role has been diminished or enlarged in recent years? In what ways do public administrators directly or indirectly affect your life? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings.

The various political actors involved in the processes, activities, and policies of the U.S. government each have evolving goals and objectives. In addition, these actors have produced differential effects, both positive and negative, on the processes, activities, and policies of the federal government. In this last weekly worksheet, you will assess the positive and negative impacts of political parties, interest groups, or federal elections on […]

One of the most contentious issues that divide conservatives and liberals is the size of government. Conservatives often argue that government has bloated beyond any reasonable extent, while liberals frequently see a larger government role in society — thus requiring a larger federal bureaucracy. Do you believe that the size of the federal bureaucracy has kept pace with the increasing demands on government? Would Americans […]

In 300-500 words share whether or not you believe film has the potential to transform one’s political sensibilities.  And if you believe that your personal sensibilities have been (re)shaped or transformed by a particular film, say so.   The objective here is to share your thoughts pertaining to the major thesis presented in Democracy and Difference.

Option Two: Create a PowerPoint or Prezi on the identification, evaluation, and placement process for a child suspected of having a learning disability at the elementary school level.  Make sure that each section includes how the parents are involved in each step of this process.  The presentation must have an introduction with a title page slide and the following:

 Is There an increase in Juvenile offenders in Texas DB4: Research Microsoft Excel, the statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS), and the legal and ethical aspects of surveys and data collection. Answer the following questions separately and completely: � Describe ways in which MS Excel can be used by a manager of an organization as a tool for interpreting data. � What are the […]