Definition of a Divided Government The government can be divided or unified, depending on how it is organized and managed. A divided government is one in which power is divided among several branches of government, each with its own functions and capabilities. For example, in the United States, power is...
The Balance of Power in the United States’ Government Since the United States is a presidential republic, the President serves as the head of the executive branch of government, Congress has legislative power, and the judicial branch interprets the laws. The Federal judiciary comprises the third judicial branch of the...
Presidential War Powers and Constitutional Limitations It is essential to note that the United States is a presidential republic, where the President serves as the head of the executive branch of government, while Congress holds legislative power. There are specific limitations on what a president can do without Congress’s approval,...
There are currently many different federal bureaucratic departments and agencies in the United States. If I had to choose which part of this bureaucracy I wanted to work for, it would be the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This essay discusses the reasons for this choice. It explains the rules...
Definitions The establishment of the United States and the need for a new government plan led to the creation of several key concepts, such as the Virginia Plan, the New Jersey Plan, the Great Compromise, and the Three-Fifths Compromise. The Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan The Virginia Plan,...
Introduction Texas should have a full-time legislature meeting each year to effectively discuss and resolve a range of the state’s questions and issues. This approach would have advantages, such as more time to devote to important issues, such as education, social issues, public health, and environmental pollution, among others, and...
Introduction The Korean War and the Vietnamese conflicts affected the war-making prowess of the United States Congress. The Korean War happened between 1950 and 1953 and was fought between the two Korean nations, the South and the North (Catherine 205). The Vietnam War, on the other side, was fought between...
Introduction The article “Separation of powers in post-communist government: A constitutional case study of the Russian Federation” discusses the concept of separation of powers and its importance in democratic governance. According to Weisman (1995), the division of powers is essential to a democratic government because it inhibits any one arm of...
Introduction to Federalism Federalism is a form of government in which a central state divides power with local entities working for it, which are called states. Federalism is a dynamic concept of governance whose history can be traced in many countries, allowing us to understand how this system has evolved...
The Make-or-Buy Decision in Government Organizations The “make or buy” decision in government organizations involves the fluctuation between developing new goods internally or purchasing them externally from those with more knowledge in the specific sphere. This choice has many implications for the government as the costs may vary, and some...
Introduction The role of the Presidency in the United States is commonly discussed due to its multifaceted nature and the possibility of progress with time. The most crucial aspect of the American Presidency is the necessity to complete various tasks as the head of state, the head of government, and...
Structure of the Executive Branch In the United States, the executive branch of the federal government consists of three main entities. First, the president acts as the leader of the government and the state. Second, the vice president is the second candidate for the presidency in scenarios where the president...
Introduction Local governments are the third level of administration in the United States, following the states. They are divided into single-purpose and general-purpose local governments. Depending on the people’s needs, local governments perform many different functions, such as water provision, fire management, education, and fighting crime. Understanding the concept of...
Introduction While they may sometimes be confused, the head of state and head of government are different positions fulfilled by two different parties in parliamentary forms of government. Within a monarchy, federation, republic, commonwealth, and other state forms, the head of state is a person who serves as the primary...
Challenges in Iran’s Political Development Iran is one of the countries that has never been colonized. Still, foreign actors’ interest remains influential concerning its national and political development. During the lecture, it was correctly admitted that Iranian oil is both a blessing and a curse for the country. Regular access...
Poem Capitol Hill, once serene and still, Was stormed by those with a violent will. Hate and anger fueled their fire, And chaos reigned as they conspired. They breached the halls of democracy, With force and fury, causing anarchy. Disrupting the peaceful transfer of power, A shameful day in America’s...
Introduction The US is known to have a two-party political system, which is currently represented by the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. Although some other parties emerge in the political arena, they almost never win the election. This paper will discuss reasons why third parties are not viable in...
Power Structures in the United States Various specific structures in the United States have different types and sizes of power. In terms of democracy, it is essential to explore profoundly what effects this power can have on Americans and the entire country. One of the most important examples is the...
Comparative Analysis of Texas, Illinois, and Colorado States For my investigation, I picked Illinois and Colorado because they differ significantly from Texas in scope and other qualities that make them enjoyable to analyze. State Judicial Systems Like Texas, Illinois has a unified three-tiered judicial system, including the District judicial, Court...
The Three Branches of Government The legislative, executive, and judicial branches are the three branches of government in the United States. Each branch has distinct authorities and responsibilities, which are spelled out in the Constitution to establish a system of checks and balances. Legislative The legislative branch, which includes Congress,...
Introduction American politics is a complex and multifaceted system. It has been formed over a long period of time and today includes various elements with authority at different levels. The main purpose of the policy is to ensure civil rights for all members of society, as well as ensuring national...
Communist Regime in China As countries develop, they need to develop new strategies to maintain the regime. Yang’s article describes what methods are used in China to maintain the stability of the installed system. The country’s rapid economic growth led to natural changes in industry and infrastructure (Yang 35). These...
Introduction The transition from an authoritarian regime to a democratic-republican would be a complex and challenging task requiring different steps and actions. It is essential to understand that democracy and authority are opposite terms that cannot be easily replaced by each other. Moreover, each form of government has features that...
Introduction The first iteration of the American Constitution was vastly different from the present version, and this change was possible due to a complex but efficient political system. In the United States, there is a distinct separation between judicial, legislative, and executive powers to restrict the amount of political influence...
Introduction The issue of balancing forces between the Government and the states is gradually gaining more and more attention. This aspect is because problems often arise that are solved more effectively at a more local level, depending on the conditions or context of a particular region. Thus, there is a...
Introduction Nigeria’s democracy has been under threat as its leaders struggle for power and do not care for their citizens. Participation in military conflicts, the pursuit of personal gains, and the disregard for basic human needs make the current government highly inefficient. Further research shows the damage done by the...
Introduction When societal problems start with authorities, populations at large suffer from them. In Nigeria, such issues have continued to harm citizens for decades. The identified problem for this project is the failure of leadership in Nigeria. The country cannot follow democratic values due to the widespread corruption and selfishness...
Introduction In the article “Congressional Leaders Push for Oversight of Judiciary” by Denise M. Champagne, the author discusses the ongoing debate surrounding the need for increased oversight of the judiciary branch by Congress. The author emphasizes that while some argue that such a decision would lead to greater accountability and...
Government Structure of the United States Executive Branch The United States system of governance comprises the Federal Government system and State and Local Governments. The Federal Government is divided into three arms: executive, legislative, and judicial. The executive branch is headed by the President of the United States (POTUS), the...
Factors Contributing to the Underrepresentation of Certain Groups in Congress The representation of some groups in Congress has become an urgent theme for discussion from various perspectives. According to recent Pew Research Center findings, about 28% of all Congress members are women, while other groups’ ratings are unequal: Black (13%),...
Abstract This paper explores the relationship between the Supreme Court, federalism, and public administrators in the United States. It analyzes recent Supreme Court cases, including South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc., National Federation of Independent Business v. Sebelius, Shelby County v. Holder, and Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association, to examine...
Introduction Public transportation and temperate zone forestry represent two distinct sectors where government subsidies play crucial roles. These subsidies are typically intended to promote specific activities, mitigate particular costs, or address identified market failures. However, while they bring forth numerous benefits, they also incur certain costs, thus generating a complex...
Introduction There has been much discussion on whether term limits for federal judges, including justices of the Supreme Court, should be implemented. Term limits would provide new viewpoints, improve accountability, and lessen the ferocity of political disputes around appointments (Cooper et al. 2766). Verkuil, however, argues that lifetime appointments ensure...
Introduction Any state can be viewed as a complex mechanism consisting of numerous details. It means that its work depends on the alignment and interaction between all parts. Thus, the government usually acts as the unique body with the authority to control the interaction between all entities existing within a...
Given what has transpired over the past year, it is hard to say that the union is in outstanding condition confidently. However, there have also been times of strength, solidarity, and advancement in the face of enormous obstacles like the COVID-19 epidemic, resulting in first-of-their-kind scientific discoveries and government efforts...
How Members of Congress Represent their Constituents The U.S. Congress is the highest legislative body of the United States, which, along with the executive and judicial branches of government, form the federal government of the United States. I want to review the activities of Raphael Warnock, who recently became a...
Overview The controversial figure of Rev Ian Paisley is unlikely to be forgotten either by his friends or opponents. His surprising late embrace of power-sharing in Northern Ireland, which gave him the post of First Minister, overshadowed many infamous events that he initiated and in which he participated. The increased...
One of the more conventional forms of city governance is the Mayor-Council structure, which comprises a directly elected mayor serving as the chief executive officer and a city council serving as the legislative body. The mayor’s role involves enforcing laws, supervising city departments, and making policy recommendations to the council....
In my opinion, even though the state performs many important protective functions, it can be extremely pressing on a person as an individual. Since Athenian democracy, forms of government have been linked in one way or another to the concepts of captivity and limitation. The state is inherent in the...
Introduction The US Constitution, the oldest active codified constitution in the world, is the greatest achievement that the American founding fathers attained following the Civil War, and for which they have been romanticized over the last three centuries. Given that the virtues of liberty, egalitarianism, and democracy are the central...
In early modern China, the governmental structures of the country were drastically different from those of Europe. One reason for this was that the Chinese government was primarily controlled by knowledgeable philosophers, which stood in sharp contrast to the military-focused governance system prevalent in Europe. In this essay, it is...
Legislative, judicial, and executive branches aimed to provide safety and order in the United States. Primarily these branches provide inhabitants and agencies with protection and justice. Each branch ensures safety and control over different governmental agencies, and each branch can influence another. A court might cancel each agency’s decision, so...
Introduction The most crucial element of society’s political system is political parties. This is determined by their place and role in the political system as an intermediary between civil society and the state and an instrument of control by social groups of society over state power (Warshaw 464). Moreover, depending...
Australia is an independent democratic state that can be classified as either a federation or a constitutional monarchy. One of Australia’s unique features is that it combines both British and American models of state organization. In order to adopt new changes or additions to the Australian Constitution, it is necessary...
In the first source (Gitmo and the Rule of Law by Robyn Blumner), the key message is the continued abuse of constitutional powers vested in the presidency by imprisoning individuals accused of terrorism against the US and its interests worldwide without trial. The US laws and Constitution bar the authorities...
Introduction The structure of the US Government is relatively complex due to several factors. One of the elements is the fact that the US is a federation, which implies that state authorities have a level of independence when it comes to policies and legislative decisions. On the other hand, the...
In most nations formerly under communism influence during the Cold War, democracy has not full been achieved, more than thirty years after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Most of those nations adopted oligarchy in which the elite, whether one individual or a small group, runs and controls the government...
The United States of America has traditionally been a reference point for many supporters of the democratic system. The Constitution is based on the principle of separation of powers. In this regard, the US government has three branches of government: legislative, executive, and judicial. These branches are independent, but each...
Race and gender are notable aspects that greatly influence a community’s social and political lives. They are used to determine if a group of people poses the opportunity and the formal and informal resources necessary to win an election. Underrepresentation in Congress can be attributed to the available laws and...
Territory and Sovereignty Morocco is a mountainous state in northwestern Africa that borders Spain on the other side of the Strait of Gibraltar. The country’s geographic coordinates are 28 30 N and 10 00 W (The World Bank, 2022a). Moroccan territory is bordered by Algeria, Western Sahara, the Atlantic Ocean,...
Introduction The government plays a vital role in shaping society by providing it with certain goods and conditions for the fulfillment of the population with a focus on individual qualities. Moreover, among its functions should be the control and monitoring of the social moods of society, which are influenced by...
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a branch of the Department of Health and Human Services in the United States. It consists of the Office of the Commissioner and four directorates in charge of the agency’s primary functions: Medical Products and Tobacco, Foods and Veterinary Medicine, Global Regulatory Operations...
Texas is known for its plural executive system, in which voters should independently elect all major branch officials. Addressing the goal of limiting the power of the governor, the chosen model successfully completes the task. In Texas, not one government is responsible for its executive branch; many state boards and...
Freedom and equality are the cornerstones of democracy and democratic governments. The democratic system is the best form of government that strives to elicit a strong obligation from citizens since, within such a system, people must be driven by strong-decision making. While in other forms of government, such as socialism,...
Uganda and the USA are sovereign countries in Africa and North American Continents, respectively. The nations have functional governments and active democratic constitutions that provide the rule of law for the people. In both countries, there is an Executive body, Judiciary, and Legislative branch. The three arms of the government...
Since the advent of European explorers on the territory of the modern state of Texas, it has been claimed and, to a greater or lesser extent, controlled by six states – France, Spain, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederate States of America and the United States of America. The...
People use bureaucracy to describe a large, convoluted institution with numerous departments, policies, and procedures. Decisions take a long time because of all the processes and systems that must be implemented. They were developed to ensure stability and order in the workplace. Bureaucracy is used to characterize the established procedures...
The presence of political parties, each of which sees the country’s future in its way, is an integral part of modern democracies. However, this was not always the case; at the time the US Constitution was written, the existence of political parties was not directly assumed. Nevertheless, two currents arose...
Schools in Arizona have faced insufficient funds, an issue that can be resolved by creating an initiative that increases funds directed to education. The government can create an initiative that brings in more funds without necessarily increasing the tax rate. In Arizona, the education sector is faced with unfair distribution...
Introduction The Arabs Uprising that began in Tunisia in December 2010 significantly reshaped the whole history of the Middle East. Though the wave of the uprising started in Tunisia, it swiftly spread to most Arab countries in a few months. As a result, the socio-political structures of these Arab countries,...
Abstract The bipartisan system is one of the defining features of the United States government structure. Nevertheless, the review of the literature reveals that the interest in political partisanship – a type of bias connected to political views in connection to parties – has not been high before the last...
Congress is one the most powerful institutions in the political landscape of the United States, and it has a considerable impact on society and the lives of citizens. Since the United States upholds the principle of separation of powers, Congress exercises authority only over the legislative realm. At the same...
Governments from separate jurisdictions are essential to ensuring effective governance. Australia has the benefit of being a liberal democracy since it was conquered by Britain. One of the first nations in Europe to uphold individual liberties and rights, which are essential components of liberal democracy was the United Kingdom (Fenna,...
Hello everyone! Thank you for being here today! Although many of us might perceive the national political system as refined, sometimes, it is necessary to doubt the obvious to seek improvement. Despite its reputation as a politically powerful nation, U.S. politicians have made many mistakes during the past 40 years....
Russia’s war against Ukraine has proven to be a regional problem and a global one. Shortages in food supplies worldwide prompted America to impose sanctions to address the current economic insecurity. American citizens who have suffered the loss of homes and assets due to the war seek financial compensation from...
I fully support the peer’s words and agree that bureaucracy is an essential and integral part of the country’s government. Indeed, this administration system has a wide range of advantages and positive aspects. They include a clear division of labor, a competent process of subordination and control, hiring employees following...
Introduction I will present on Germany’s renewable energy policy promotion. To promote renewables, the German government offers feed-in tariffs for solar, wind, and renewable hydroelectric energies to incentivize investment in these renewable energy sources. These tariffs guarantee a certain price per kilowatt-hour of electricity generated, giving investors a stable return...
The United States government’s history The United States government’s history constitutes its formation, growth, development, and federal government evolution, including changes in its Constitution, office of the presidency, U.S. Code, Congress, Supreme courts, executive agencies and departments, and lower federal courts. The development constitutes the roles of the government, policies,...
The U.S. Constitution is the document that secures the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Regulation and competent policies are necessary for a quality healthcare system. In drafting the section, the House of Congress was expected to be the most potent regulation instrument (Krutz 59). In this case, Article 1, section...
Introduction Legislative governing and behavior are considered complex tool that constitutes different political parties that work closely to efficiently serve the nation and ensure change on competing interests and incentives of other political parties. The elected legislatures represent citizens’ views in the political process as given institutions enable the representation...
Introduction The government, in its complexity, is one of the most sophisticated and effective organizations. Especially with the U.S. government, having the necessary apparatus and organization to manage the country, economy, and population at the scale of one of the largest, most developed, and most powerful nations in the world....
Introduction The draft U.S. Constitution was ready on September 17, after which questions arose about its acceptance by all the states. Although Benjamin Franklin had insisted that ratification would not take place until after all the states had recognized it, only 9 of the 13 states were needed to accept...
The title of the article is An American tragedy by David Remnick, who is a writer and editor for many reputable publications and the author of several politics-related books. Public or Private Entity? This article was published in The New Yorker, which is a magazine and a private entity. Audience...
The federal government has always played an important role in mediating public health long before the Covid-19 pandemic affected the United States. The federal government has learned to enhance its emergency preparedness efforts from the 9/11 experiences and the historic devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. According to Bergquist et al.,...
For this assignment, four countries, Cuba, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, and Zimbabwe were chosen to assess which of them is the most democratic country critically. Generally speaking, a country’s democracy is a complex and ambiguous system: it includes many angles, whether it be the political regime, citizens’ freedoms, or the ability...
This news article explores that Biden’s labor department strives to rescind the former administration’s rule protecting the religious liberty of the federal contractors. During the Trump administration, religious freedoms belonged to all Americans as opposed to sectarian organizations. The former administration expanded religious exceptions with regards to the founding father’s...
Polarization of political views continues to grow annually, leading to many conflicts and controversial views on the actions of the elected President and the rest of the U.S. political apparatus. Two major parties, Democrats, who are mostly liberal, and Republicans, who are mostly conservative, continue to claim that they are...
The US Constitution provides the opportunity for the citizens to choose the candidates for governmental positions. In some elections, candidates are chosen directly by the number of people voting. However, selecting the President and Vice President is associated with another complicated process executed through the governmental body called Electoral College....
The U.S. has a two-party political system; the Democrats as well as the Republicans. These are the only parties that have consistently participated in the elections. U.S. citizens are allowed to vote by their choice without anyone interfering. Political independence is practiced, and since the country has only two political...
The role of the Congress in the U.S. presidential elections has been illustrated in the recent move on the Jan 6 Capitol attack investigations. According to our class lessons, the Congress is responsible for the counting of electoral votes at a joint meeting at the house of representatives, which is...
The book By the People gives a reflection on American politics and government. The text gives the readers insight into those who govern, what governments do, the US system of government, and an understanding of the US from a broader perspective. Through the text, readers get a glimpse of the...
Introduction Federalism is a system of government that diversifies power into different levels, such as regional, local, and national. At the same time, an important aspect is the issue of budgeting at various levels of government since the government plays a decisive role in making such decisions (López-Santana & Rocco,...
Introduction The process of advice and consent is a crucial part of the nomination process for the Supreme Court. It involves the executive and legislative branches of the United States government, and its leading players include the President, the Senate, and the American people. This process is essential for the...
Introduction The White House is a symbol of power in U.S. politics because it is the official residence of the most powerful individuals in the world. The three branches of the government respect and honor the White House based on its bounding relationships with the Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary. According...
Introduction The Gilded Age that preceded the Progressive Era was characterized by the aggravation of the wealth gap and economic inequality. Despite the industrialization of the United States and the progress in all spheres of human life, the concerns were not evident to people at first sight. The reformers considered...
Digital transformation affects the state, businesses, and any person. Public administration and people’s communication become partially digital. This technology documents and records everything and cannot provide complete privacy for an individual, which gives governments a loophole to monitor, manipulate, and influence their citizens. They create special services, provide powers and...
The U.S. Constitution ratified on September 17, 1787, combined with subsequent amendments, is the country’s fundamental law governing the separation of state power and civil rights. Although the Constitution demonstrates an effective presentation of the law and a high commitment to justice, its ratification was complicated and involved many obstacles....
A party system is a contemporary liberal arts topic that refers to the structure of governing by political groups in a democracy. The assumption is that these parties share fundamental characteristics: they dominate the legislature, have a stable platform of widespread broad support, and establish internal processes for regulating finance,...
Introduction The Western Europeans colonized Africa and other Middle East countries. The leading colonies were the British (Anglophone) and the French (Francophone), whose rule can still be felt to date in their former colonies. Although the primary purpose for France and Britain to participate in colonialism was to exploit resources...
Addressing the words by William Faulkner, the human past is never dead. I believe in the power of this statement because, despite the intention to promote change in the present and improve their future, people cannot ignore the impact of their past. For example, during the Great Depression and the...
As the name suggests, the checks and balances system ensures a balance of power amongst the government’s branches. Each branch is then accorded the responsibility of checking the actions being carried out by other units. The United States government consists of three primary components: the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial. Each...
Introduction It is important to note that the US government implemented a two-pronged policy of physical and cultural genocide toward Native Americans. The policy aimed to assimilate Native Americans into the dominant White American culture by force and intimidation while erasing their unique cultural identity1. This assimilation was essential for...
Introduction Despite the absolute priority of the federal Constitution and federal laws concerning the legal institutions of the states, problems arise in the functioning of the state. This issue can be considered as a situation with the establishment of the drinking age, COVID-19 response, and minimum wage reform. Significant controversies...
Summary Russia is regarded as a global power with the largest territory worldwide. The Russian Federation is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, making it a Pacific, Asian, Arctic, and European power. Moreover, the country is a leading nuclear-armed power, arms exported, oil and natural gas producer,...
Introduction The September 9 attack in 2001 caused much tension throughout the United States. There was a need to safeguard the borders leading to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) formation to prevent similar attacks. In addition to Homeland security, whose primary purpose was to secure the borders and ensure...
Introduction Government is a form of a political system where political decisions are administered by a group of people. Government can also be defined as the group of people with authority to rule over a specific territory, city, or country. Depending on the type of group in power and the...
Modern state legislatures in the United States trace their ancestry back to their colonial forebears and have a rich history. There has been a shift of power in state governments from Republican leadership since the 2010 elections when Democrats last gained a significant number of seats and authority over numerous...
It is important to note that the Civil War of 1861 was one of the most critical turning points in U.S. history, which fundamentally changed the direction the nation has been taking since then. The diversion of viewpoints between the North and the South reached the culmination manifested in the...
Introduction Public-private partnership (PPP) is a cooperative arrangement between a public agency such as a local, state, or federal and a private sector entity. The agreement entails sharing the skills and assets of the private and public sectors in delivering a service or a facility for use by the general...
Federalism is the division of power that stands at the origin of the United States of America. This system implies elements of a unitary government and a confederation. In simple words, federalism is when the power and authority are divided between local governments and a central government. In the US’s...
