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Policy Memo 1: Media Analysis

For this assignment, you will conduct a media analysis of a policy issue of your choice using the web sites and other tools assigned for our unit on Media Literacy (I will share these w you). You will write a memo to your client about the media coverage of your issue. You will draw upon […]

America and The World Final Exam Reflection Paper

You must write a 3-4 page (double-spaced) reflection paper of this course, identifying the most important topic we covered this semester (both in person and online) and why it’s the most important. Use as much detail as possible. There should be absolutely no quotes, citations, or anything in this paper because this is coming from you. […]

New York Times and The Texas Tribune

ou will find a news story covered by both local/state Texas media and national media outlets. Below is an EXAMPLE (DO NOT USE THIS FOR YOUR PAPER)- https://www.cnn.com/2017/08/27/us/houston-evacuation-hurricane-harvey/index.html https://www.chron.com/news/politics/texas/article/Hurricane-Harvey-threat-is-real-says-Abbott-11959332.php You will compare and contrast the stories in a 2-3 page, double spaced paper. You want to answer the following questions- What is the focus of […]

Congress and Katrina A Failure of Oversight Article

To complete the assignment, do the following: Read the 2007 article “Congress and Katrina: A Failure of Oversight” by Jason D. Mycoff Write a 2 page (roughly 620 words) essay addressing these questions: (include word count at end of paper) What failings in Congressional oversight of FEMA were found following the response to Hurricane Andrew in 1992? […]

Jeremy Bentham Theory of Utilitarianism

Each student will write a paper on a western political theorist of the student’s choice that is in the text book but not covered in class (upon discussion with and approval of the professor theorists not in the book may be chosen). The paper will evaluate the selected theorist’s influence on the present (last 75 […]

Provincial Government and Grand Strategy Questions

Provide thorough and cogent answers to the five questions posed below. Your answers should be well–organized, coherent, and clearly address the required material in the question. You are not permitted to consult outside sources.If you consult or use outside sources, you will receive a zero. Answers to the questions must be your own and must be directly from […]

FBI Law Enforcement Agency Responsibilities

Find a law enforcement agency or security organization for whom you would consider working. For that employer, answer these questions: 1) what is the agency / organization – describe it in detail 1a) is the agency / organization public or private 1b) what responsibilities and/or duties does this agency / organization fulfill 1c) does the […]

Presidential Establishment Definitions of The Terms

Question Description a) Most presidents believe they have the ability to go beyond the formal powers provided by the Constitution. This interpretation has been supported, to some extent, by the Supreme Court. As a result, the interpretation of how far the president can go beyond their constitutional powers has changed dramatically. b) One time President […]

US Federalism Drug Policy Issue Memo

nstructions for Memo on US Federalism – Policy Issue Instructions:Identify a current public policy issue related to federalism and intergovernmental relations (national-state-local-tribal)that has resulted in conflicts and/or challenges among levels of government. The memo should discuss the following items: • Describe and explain the issue i. What makes it a federalism or intergovernmental issue? (Is there a conflict between federal action and state/local/tribal action? Is the federal government overstepping its […]

Los Angeles Israeli Jews in West Bank Documentary Analysi

uestion Description https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mnf0w9UuV4s) Provide short summary of the content What is your opinion on the situation presented in the movie? What is your opinion on the presentation itself? What was the most effective argument presented by each side of the conflict? What makes it effective? (try to put aside your own opinion on the subject, if you […]