Students will write an essay, a minimum of 750 words in length, on a topic selected from the list below. The purpose of the project is to give students an opportunity to discuss a key political science concept, and to show a basic understanding of academic research and reporting skills. The project consists of producing a 750 word essay on one of the provided topics […]

In 2010, WikiLeaks released thousands of classified U.S. documents on the Internet. Subsequent to the arrest of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, hackers around the world began attacking the websites of U.S. companies they believed were working against WikiLeaks. These attacks served as one of the first coordinated attacks on America’s cyber infrastructure.   Describe the role of Department of Homeland Security in cyber security for […]

Write a 2 to 3 page, double-spaced essay on the question: How far should the right to Freedom of Speech extend?  Are there instances where you believe this right should be further limited or extended? Review our text’s discussion of the limitations on our freedom of speech.  Be sure to use specific examples in your essay of where our freedom of speech is currently limited to […]

Ian MacDougall Hacking, born February 18, 1936, is a Canadian philosopher specializing in the philosophy of science. Throughout his career, he has won numerous awards, such as the Killam Prize for the Humanities and the Balzan Prize, and been a member of many prestigious groups, including the Order of Canada, the Royal Society of Canada and the British Academy.

In 2010, WikiLeaks released thousands of classified U.S. documents on the Internet. Subsequent to the arrest of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, hackers around the world began attacking the websites of U.S. companies they believed were working against WikiLeaks. These attacks served as one of the first coordinated attacks on America’s cyber infrastructure.   Describe the role of Department of Homeland Security in cybersecurity for U.S. […]

As time passes since the attacks of September 11, 2001, homeland security has improved, but concerns over privacy and civil liberties have increased.  Advocates for security claim that new technologies and techniques in homeland security are necessary to protect the public. Privacy advocates believe that the mining of personal information and increased surveillance have altered, negatively, the American way of life. Watch Spying on the Home […]

Immigration enforcement issues have continued to grow in complexity and intensity over the past several years. These debates have stemmed from legal battles, state’s rights, and Department of Homeland Security jurisdiction over immigration enforcement. Questions continue to swirl. Who is an illegal alien? Who can detain illegal aliens? When can they be deported?    Conduct a case study researching and addressing the following:

Nations and states may be subjected to any number of challenges that may affect their survival and prosperity.  regionalization, demographic change, resource scarcity, religious and sectarian violence, health risks, famine, destabilizing state and non-state actors may all adversely influence states.  Select a country  conduct research, complete an analysis and write a 12 paper (12 pt. font, 2.5 cm margins, double spaced, academic sourcing). 

In Chapter 4 of the text, our author talks about risk factors and protective factors. Select a juvenile of your choice or one that we have already studied (such as Greg Ousley, Colt Lundy, or Paul Gingerich from the video in Week One, “Young Kids, Hard Time”) and conduct a search for additional information on their case, their trial, and their situation. Give us a […]

Reflect: Our political system is characterized by certain fundamental features to include a system of laws, rights, and liberties. The laws, created and supported by the Constitutional framework, are designed to protect and secure the rights and liberties of individuals and groups throughout the U.S. However, the government also has an obligation to provide for the security of its citizens from serious internal and external threats […]