Political Theory Essays, Research Papers & Term Papers (354) essays
Political Theory essays:
On Acceptability of Tyranny: The Ineptitudes of Democracy
... civilization to magnanimous glory, but the institution of dictatorship or "tyranny". Democracy unto itself and by definition of the term provides only paralyzation of progress instead of growth and justice. Democracy operates under the pretty "care-bear" notion that at any given time over half the ...
"The Origins of Capitalism" by Ellen Meiksins Wood
... states such as France, Florence and the Dutch Republic did not take the route of capitalism because they did not have such favorable events occur that would aid the development of such a radical change. The "backwater" nation of England did experience these events, and ...
Thomas Hobbes.
... The long Parliament', British Civil Wars, Commonwealth and protectorate 1638-60. Online. Available from: http://www.british-civil-wars.co.uk/glossary/long-parliament.htm [accessed 1/11/04]. Poggi, G. 1978. The development of the Modern State. London: Hutchinson. Torstendahl, R. 1992. State ...
A Woman in the Presidency: Is America Ready?
... political office. Public Opinion The world is no stranger to women in politics. There are already six female presidents worldwide, there are 14 women in the U.S. Senate, 59 women in the House of Representatives and eight female governors. Yet the United States is the ...
Hobbes and Sovereignty
... given time, which would most definitely result in chaos if it occurred to frequently. Hobbes is also wise in stating number three, as not every single person will simultaneously be content on a single issue. This ensures that the majority of the people will be satisfied and the ...
Castiglione And Machiavelli
... republic is more effective than a monarchy, and vice versa. After examining The Book of the Courtier , by Baldesar Castiglione , and The Prince, by Niccoló Machiavelli, one can clearly identify that each men had their own specific views concerning war and politics. If each read the ...
Does the Non-State actor represent a new challenge to nuclear proliferation?
... and other installations in both Russia and the United States. Further, the security of India and Pakistans nascent nuclear arsenals is uncertain. The acquisition and use of nuclear weapons by a terrorist organization is indeed becoming more likely, by theft or construction of ...
John Stuart Mill: Representation's importance and pitfalls
... the protection of his rights and liberties. Because representation is the only form of government that can protect the individual's rights and liberties, it is essential for good government. This does not mean that Mill is an advocate for direct democracy ...
Has 'Majority rule' in South Africa brought with it the 'tyranny of the majority?'
... The United States of America was a liberal power, due to the lack of a "guarantee against tyranny" the state had the potential to impose its will, made legitimate by a mandate from the American people; thus there was a risk of the 'tyranny of the majority'. South Africa is a new democracy ...
This is a cause and effect essay explaining how education, free speech, and contraception contribute to a free society.
... of grievances. -The First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America AIDS education is only the tiniest part of the importance of the First Amendment. Through the free expression of ideas and opinions political change can be made in a way that is for the people and by the ...