Explain the major differences between consensus and majoritarian democratic systems. What are the political consequences of each system? Provide examples of countries that have adopted each system. Describe the two systems, how they are different and how they produce different political outcomes; provide examples.
What are the limitations and advantages of public policy networks? Provide an example of a wicked-type problem and explain how the application of network theory can help us to better understand the convoluted and complicated nature of the problem.
Examine the first three articles of the Constitution that established the three branches of the central government. Select one provision or section and explain how it serves, or fails to serve, some value expressed in the second paragraph of the Declaration of Independence. Did the Constitution live up to such ideals as liberty, equality, or […]
Explain each of the five sectors of society that were important to colonial politics. Which were the most powerful? How did these groupings eventually choose sides when the Revolutionary War broke out? What role did British taxation play? Give examples
Describe the social and political organization of the Liberal Golden Years and the political problems of this period. Explain the purpose of Import Substitution Industrialization, its successes, and problems
Explain the political and economic instability experienced during the 1820s-1870s. Explain why the Liberal Golden Years were economically successful for the export sector from the 1870s-1929
Explain and contrast the views of human nature and the state in two of the following: Socialism, Nationalism, Fascism, Cosmopolitanism.
Compare and contrast [Similarities and differences] the key components of the theories of elitism and pluralism. Reference any sources used and respond in 200 to 250 words
Explain the conception of Plato’s views of justice and why he believes his account is the essence of justice. Do the other characters in the Republic have a better conception of justice? Can you think of elements of justice that he left out? Is Plato wrong or right on the nature of people and the […]
Explain how the Royal Proclamation of 1763 is still relevant for the Indigenous peoples and the Crown. Provide a background on the history, summarize the key elements of the issue, and discuss its relevance today. Please provide sources.
