1. Separation of Powers: The founding fathers divided our system of government into three distinct branches. What are these branches and how did the founding fathers justify each branch of government as necessary for a healthy republic? What is the purpose of separation of powers? Do you think that the founding fathers reflected on the notion of partisan gridlock as they explored the checks and […]

Requirements: Identify the question you decide to answer at the top of your post. Prompt responses should answer the question and elaborate in a meaningful way using 2 of the weekly class readings (250 words of original content). Do not quote the readings, paraphrase and cite them using APA style in text citations. You can only use ONE multimedia source for your minimum 2 sources […]

 A. Summary of the Case In one or two paragraphs, provide a general overview of the case that serves as a snapshot of what the case is about and how it ended up in your state high court. A summary is using your words to write a brief history of the case. Do not give your opinion or your interpretation but stick to the facts […]

What did Aristotle mean by the term “Oligarchy?” And how has that  term been used in the post -communist era in Eastern Europe? Why do you think that term become popular in the American media to describe the “shadow elite” that links government policy outcomes to the demands of the private sector. Does Jared Kushner or Donald Trump Jr. have the profile of a modern […]

For this assignment you will choose a world event (EVENTS LISTED BELOW , CHOOSE ONE).  Explain which states are involved, if there are any non-state actors, international governmental organizations  or non governmental organizations involved in the conflict. Also identify a few of the key individuals involved.  Then lastly, and here’s the tricky part, decide which theory ( realism, liberalism and constructivism. Please pay particular attention […]

In this class we have identified as one of our objectives the ability to fully engage, in critical ways, popular culture and its influence upon our political selves, our political sensibilities.  With our focus on “deep differences” we find ourselves examining both documentary and feature-length film texts.   In 300-500 words share whether or not you believe the assigned documentary film text has the potential to […]

The Syrian civil war entered its tenth year with the government of President Bashar al-Assad appearing to be consolidating his hold on power, backed by crucial military and political support from Russia and Iran. Meanwhile, the European Union still has not found a position which will help to bring a resolution of the conflict. The EU is in a vulnerable situation – both internally and […]

  the topic is about Social issues (transgender rights).Write a paper exploring the beliefs/tenants of a political ideology. Explain what major thinkers influenced this ideology, how has this ideology influenced governments, political institutions, parties, interest groups etc. Explain if there any demographics that usually adopt this ideology. Which countries is this ideology popular in and why? Which countries are opposed to this ideology and why? […]

  Political Ideology is defined as a cohesive set of beliefs that forms a general philosophy about the role of government.  It is essential to understand not only the basic competing ideologies in American political culture, but the nuanced application, interpretation and in fact, perversion of these terms and concepts.  It is important to understand these dynamics in order to make sense of the various political behavior […]

They are designed to get you to further develop skills in several areas – to do independent research; to enhance your critical thinking skills; to achieve a better knowledge base of Western political thought; to develop strong, evidence based, and coherent arguments in support of your thesis; to more objectively evaluate all sides of a research question, argument, or issue; and to develop writing skills […]