Academic papers on Global & Comparative Politics

Long Distance's Increasing Importance
A 4 page paper discussing reasons for greater incidence and growing importance of long distance migration since the 16th century. There were nearly as many reasons as there were immigrants, not all of them voluntary. The paper discusses Australia...
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(The) Cold War
A brief, yet comprehensive 4 page historical overview of the Cold War. Report touches upon the struggle over German, the Korean War, and Nuclear treaties. Bibliography contains 4 sources.
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The Balkans: History and Current Situation
A 5 page overview of the historic and current strife in the Balkans. Discusses the necessity of U.S. involvement in the region. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Analysis of the Relationship Between the U. S. and Cuba
20 pages in length. This is a well-written in-depth analysis of the economic embargo against Cuba, the humanitarian efforts to reach out to the people of Cuba and the resolution of the conflict between the United States and Cuba. The Cuba sanctions...
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Amnesty International/Role of Public Policy
A 6 page research paper that explores the use of public policy by Amnesty International. The writer specifically address the issue of human rights as it applies to prisoners, people seeking asylum, and women. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Global Impact of Human Rights Organizations
8 pages in length. This detailed paper explains how human rights organizations have become more powerful than ever before. Not only have they made a great impact on the people for whom they were created, but they have played a part in shaping the...
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Hanh's Peace is Every Step
This 5 page paper provides an overview of this philosophical book. The premise that this work, which embraces Buddhism, is at odds with mainstream western religion is contemplated. The fact that this work is in fact bringing eastern religious...
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Why Do Peace Treaties Fail?
This 7 page literature review focuses on the Middle East, but also looks at other regions, as it assesses why peace agreements fail. The paper concludes that the treaties are not viable due to a variety of factors. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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Inadequacies of the New World Order
This 5 page paper points out problems with globalization and explains the difference between globalization and interdependence. World powers and other organizations are blamed for stifling development of third world countries. Bibliography lists 5...
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The Political Role of non-Government Organizations (NGO)
This 8 page report discusses non-governmental organizations and their abilities in regard to addressing the fundamental problems of the human condition around the world. They are able to do so outside of the political and regulatory parameters...
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Brazil under Civilian and Military Rule
5 pages in length. Brazil has had an interesting and varied government throughout the years, going from military rule to a subsequent transition to civilian rule. South America's largest nation, Brazil has always speculated on what the future...
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WTO Imposition on National Politics
An 8 page paper discussing issues of national sovereignty, multilateral agreements, intellectual property rights and environmental concerns. These concerns are real ones that in many nations are difficult to resolve, and it appears that the WTO is...
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Political Conflict in Kosovo
A 5 page paper which discusses a journal article and defines 5 arguments within the text. The arguments are presented and analyzed. This is followed by a section which discusses the use of evidence and lack of evidence within the article. The...
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Terrorism and the Media
This 5 page paper looks at the relationship between the media and terrorism and how terrorists are affected by reporting. The way in which terrorists use media for their own advantage is discussed. Several well known events are highlighted,...
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David Grossman/ 'Yellow Wind'
A 5 page analysis of David Grossman's account of his study of Israeli occupation of the West Bank, which was conducted in early 1987. Grossman relates what this occupation has done to the Palestinians, but also the effect it had on the Israelis. No...
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