Part 1:
Discuss the political culture of Texas. If you had to explain it to someone who knew nothing about government, how would you describe it? Do you accept what Professor Elazar has identified as the dominant political culture in Texas? Then, apply TXs political culture to the issues of race relations and government regulation of the economy, what will likely happen to these issues?
Part 2:
Provide an understanding of the relationship between the national and state governments. Explain which powers are held by the national government, which powers are reserved to the states, and those powers shared by both the national and state governments. Be sure to include an understanding of the national supremacy clause contained in Article VI of the U.S. Constitution.
- Answer ALL prompts
- 2-3 sources
Prompt: I want you to choose a side and persuade me one way or another on the issue.
Should TX make college free for its citizens?
My viewpoint is YES- college should be free
- argumentative paper.
- MUST cite at least TWO credible sources
- must have at least 1000 words.
- must be formatted in APA format.
- Must present arguing viewpoint (why people would say NO) in one smaller paragraph
Simulation Assignment
you will conduct an in-class simulation of a Congressional debate over a major policy issue (prescription drug pricing). You will be assigned to represent a political actor (the President, a member of Congress, the representative of an interest group) and will research that person or groups positions on the issue of prescription drug pricing. Then you will come together as a class, share your research, and adopt the role of your political actor to try and advocate for your preferred position.
I attached a PDF that has the instructions to the assignment in detail. Please have a look at it and tell me if you have any questions.
Simulation Assignment
you will conduct an in-class simulation of a Congressional debate over a major policy issue (prescription drug pricing). You will be assigned to represent a political actor (the President, a member of Congress, the representative of an interest group) and will research that person or groups positions on the issue of prescription drug pricing. Then you will come together as a class, share your research, and adopt the role of your political actor to try and advocate for your preferred position.
I attached a PDF that has the instructions to the assignment in detail. Please have a look at it and tell me if you have any questions.
Simulation Assignment
you will conduct an in-class simulation of a Congressional debate over a major policy issue (prescription drug pricing). You will be assigned to represent a political actor (the President, a member of Congress, the representative of an interest group) and will research that person or groups positions on the issue of prescription drug pricing. Then you will come together as a class, share your research, and adopt the role of your political actor to try and advocate for your preferred position.
I attached a PDF that has the instructions to the assignment in detail. Please have a look at it and tell me if you have any questions.
I attached "Essay Format and Question" pdf file, Please read and answer the Question.
Reading
-Hoffman, Bruce. Inside Terrorism. Chapter 1-5
-Rapoport, David C. The Four Modern Waves of Terrorism, in Attacking Terrorism: Elements of a Grand Strategy, ed. Audrey Cronin and J. Ludes (Washington, D.C.: Georgetown University Press, 2004), pp. 46-73.
-Rapoport, David C. Before the Bombs There Were the Mobs: American Experiences with Terror, Terrorism & Political Violence 20, pp. 167194.
-Kruglanski, Arie W. and Shira Fishman The Psychology of Terrorism: Syndrome Versus Tool Perspectives," Terrorism & Political Violence, 18 (2006), pp. 193215.
-McCauley, Clark and Sophia Moskalenko. Mechanisms of Political Radicalization: Pathways Toward Terrorism, Terrorism and Political Violence, 20:3 (2008), pp. 415-433.
-Kydd, Andrew H., and Barbara F. Walter. The Strategies of Terrorism. International Security 31:1 (Summer 2006), pp. 49-80.
-Brown
In each module, specific Learning Objectives were provided in the Module Overviews. Using these as guideposts, please summarize the major themes covered in the Discussions. Begin with a short one-paragraph introduction, then write a single paragraph that explains the major issues covered in DBs 2/3, 4/5, and 6/7. High scores will require students to specifically reference their peers' work and the assigned readings (e.g., "In DB-2, John S. argued that ..."; According to Martin, ..."; "In my main assignment, I stated that..."). In the context of "Lessons Learned," you will also need to include an additional paragraph covering THREE (3) points which you feel added to your understanding of the impact of globalization on contemporary society. Choose those themes you felt to be noteworthy, enlightening, interesting, or controversial. Lastly, you should then provide a conclusion which discusses how the textbook, lectures, and any other assigned readings/documents/images supported your learni
Latin American Politics, Final, Part II. (200 pts)
Fall 2020 (Open Weds, Oct. 21, 2:45; Due Thursday, Oct. 22, 5:00)
For section II of this exam, you may use any materials provided for this classlectures, readings, videos, or your notes. However, please make sure that you are putting all information into your own words, unless directly quoting (quotes should be minimal). You are not permitted to use external sources (internet searches for other definitions or information), and all work must be independent. Please do not discuss this exam with anyoneclassmates or othersuntil the exam period is closed. Violating any of these rules would be considered a violation of academic honesty.
**Essays should be about 1-2 pages, 200-600 words. 50 pts each
1) In the last decade of the 20th century, both Mexico and Chile democratized, but in different way. Compare these transitionswhat kinds of regimes they were transitioning from, the na
please follow instructions below.
please use necessary attachments.
Midterm Paper
Answer ONE of the following questions in roughly five pages of your own original
writing. Your answer must engage meaningfully with at least THREE readings from the
course syllabus (with appropriate citations to the authors work). I will not give credit
for essays based on outside readings. It is fine to cite an outside source if you are
using a real-life example to make your argument, but your essay must be based
primarily on readings from the course syllabus. Please remember to include a Works
Cited page and follow the usual conventions for citations and academic honesty.
Option #1: To what extent is the current world order liberal? You will need to
explain what liberalism means in the context of international relations and justify your
answer with examples of liberalism, or a lack of liberalism, in today's world order.
Option #2: Do norms and laws matter i
Please respond to each of the five short response questions posted below. Your answers should be short, focused, and complete, ranging from one to three paragraphs. Please make sure to answer each specific part of every question. Successful answers will provide details and context that support your arguments and explain your position to the readers. You may also want to provide real world examples taken from the readings, lectures, group discussions, or your own independent thinking. These illustrations can be from the course materials or your own ideas. Providing this context and being able to apply the material to YOUR OWN understanding of politics really shows us that you have mastered the material.
1. Baron v Baltimore established a concept of dual citizenship. How did this view of dual citizenship shape civil liberties/civil rights protections for early citizens of state governments? Why and how did so many of the civil liberties prote
