What do you feel was the major impact of the Cold War and the Reagan Doctrine specifically on Central America during the 1970’s and 1980’s? Were the actions of the United States justified in these instances? Why or why not?
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How can countries succeed in debt management; what are the strategies that could control public debt at a desirable level?
Evaluate Financial Crisis, Debt Management, and Debt Prevention For this assignment: Reflect on the factors that contribute to public and private debt; what are the main determinants of foreign debt? Provide some data on the debt structure (share of public and private debt) of crisis economies (like Greece, Spain, Portugal). Compare debt structure of emerging […]
What types of conflict existed between Lincoln, his cabinet officials, members of Congress, etc.-How did Lincoln manage these conflicts to keep them from spiraling out of control? (Chapter 10)
Film Paper Introduction: Lincoln portrays the great president’s struggle to ratify the 13th amendment which, if passed, would ban slavery in the United States everywhere and for all time. The film also depicts the diversity of perspectives among the members of Lincoln’s cabinet, whom he had chosen precisely for that reason and masterfully illustrates Lincoln’s […]
What is the current status of your topic in the United States-Are there current regulations, incentives, or policies that cover your topic?
Instructions For this assignment you have the opportunity to select one specific domestic policy topic. You can select a topic under one of the following categories: Education, Healthcare, Social Security, Environmental Policy, Tax Policy, Housing, or contact me for approval for a different umbrella. It needs to be a specific issue under one of those […]
Who in the United States might be harmed by this trade and in what way(s) might they be harmed?
Individual Writing Assignment Assignment Detail Submit an analysis of trade between the U.S. and the trading partner you have chosen by completing the six questions that follow. Be sure to identify your sources for any descriptive or factual information. 1) Provide a brief description of the country/ trading partner you have chosen. The description should […]
Should there really be a term referred to as a botched execution-As long as the convicted inmate dies, does it really matter the manner in which they die?
Week 7 Writing Assignment: “Botched Executions–Cruel and Unusual Punishment?” Students must view the posted video related to botched executions before answering the questions below. Each of your answers must be a minimum of 100 words per response, and it must be submitted as a MS Word document. Number your answers. 1. Should there really be […]
How did ratification lead to the formation of America’s first two political parties, the Federalists and Anti-Federalist?
Week 2 Discussion 2: Confederation and Constitution Initial Post For the initial post, address the following: Pick two (2) issues of the Articles of Confederation and describe the main problems that the United States was faced with under the Federation government. Analyze two major debates (see textbook Section 7.4) by which the Constitution was created […]
Which reformist impulse changed the United States more deeply-religious or political reform?
Discussion Topic: (Ch. 13) Which reformist impulse changed the United States more deeply: religious or political reform? In what ways were antebellum feminists radical? In what ways were they traditional? Instructions: For every week there is a Discussion assignment you will be asked to write an answer for a particular topic. In some cases, there […]
What types of conflict existed between Lincoln, his cabinet officials, members of Congress, etc.? How did Lincoln manage these conflicts to keep them from spiraling out of control? (Chapter 10)
Film Paper 2 Introduction: Lincoln portrays the great president’s struggle to ratify the 13th amendment—which, if passed, would ban slavery in the United States everywhere and for all time. The film also depicts the diversity of perspectives among the members of Lincoln’s cabinet, whom he had chosen precisely for that reason and masterfully illustrates Lincoln’s […]
What do other countries do-How does public policy differ? How might it impact institutions in society: law enforcement, prisons, education, communities, the environment, etc.
Directions Think of something that is currently classified as illegal in the United States. Now, consider what would happen if that was no longer illegal. What are the possible consequences? Be creative and don’t take the easy way out. For example, marijuana is not the best example here as many states are taking steps to […]
