Political science

The instructions and reading is uploaded. You do not have to critic the article. Please show a brief interpretation and understanding of the article and use in text citations. (last name, pg #)

The extent to which an argument has been provided in response to the questionThe extent to which the argument is well supported with accurate and insightful use of evidence from the work of academic scholars. The extent of understanding of complex theories and conceptsThe quality and clarity of the analysis and evaluation of the theories and concepts.The use of good referencingThe extent to which the material is written clearly, fluently and with correct grammar and spellingThe essay will consist of one question about one of the topics studied in the module that the students will need write about, which is consistent with other modules on this level.

Now that you have been introduced to the functions of government in Chapter 14 and the democratic process in the U.S. in Chapter 16, watch the following two videos from the Pew Research Center about political polarization in the U.S. “How Republican and Democratic Voters Have Changed Since 1992” and “How Polarizing Is Donald Trump?”. Answer the following questions in a post of at least 150 words: According to the videos, how has the demographic composition of the Republican and Democratic parties changed over time? How have these demographic changes influenced the political views of the Republican and Democratic parties?In your opinion, how has the growing political polarization in the U.S. impacted the ability of the government to perform its basic functions? Do you think it has been harmful to democracy in the U.S.?

Read the “The Crisis” by Thomas Paine, then analyze how he inspired the colonists to keep fighting for independence, even though at the time of his writing, a positive outcome looked bleak.Identify Paine’s argument, claims, and evidenceWhat appeals (ethical, pathos, authority) does he use? Find an example of each.How does Paine’s use of rhetorical devices (repetition, imagery, emotional arousing diction, metaphor, etc) contribute to the effectiveness of his message? Provide an example from the text.

Remember to apply what you have learned from the unit about news values of a story and the basic elements of a news story and its design and presentation. Focus on the story itself but examine all related links, content, graphics, and other information on the page (ads too if you want). Examine the page layout and all the story’s graphic elements (headline, etc.) on that page. The visual presentation of the story, as well as its content, form the basis for your analysis.Here are elements to include in your analysis:Write a summary of the assigned story in your own words. Take time to come up with a brief summary that really targets the story’s main focus. Make this brief, one to two shorts paragraphs. Indicate why the story is news. Several news values may apply. Keep in mind the list of news value brought up in the unit content.3. Consider the sources of information used in the story, including people (interviews), description and any other background material referred to by the writer. Basically, how was the story reported and the information in it obtained? Discuss these sources and describe how they contribute to the overall quality of the article. Are there any sources or pieces of information you feel are missing from the story?4. Examine the quotes used in the article. Do any quotes stand out? Why? What about how the story was written? Look at the structure of how it was written and you can comment on that. You can also comment on language choices or writing style used in the report.Discuss the visual entry points to the story, including any use of headlines, summary blurbs, links, photographs or any other graphic information. How do all these elements contribute to the telling of the story? Analyze graphic elements used to tell the story if they are presented, including photographs and multimedia elements such as video. If you were going to add graphics or any other components to the story, what would they be? Where on the site is the story placed on the web site and can you discuss the significance of the story’s placement?Take a look at at any other content, including a comments section, that you want to analyze. Then, analyze whether the producers of this site took advantage of the online format. Could they have added other features to better help the reader understand the story? You may want to look at other online news sites to see how they use the online format to tell stories and how they compare to this story.

Separation of powers is the fundamental way our government balances power so that one part of the government does not overpower another. The idea is that each branch of government has its own roles and areas of authority.Some have suggested that having a closer working relationship between the branches of government would end “gridlock” and lead to a more efficient government. Others have argued that the separation of powers was specifically created to “slow down” the pace of government to ensure cool deliberation and not emotional reactions.After watching the following video and completing the background reading, engage in a discussion which provides your informed opinion on the topic. Make sure to include citations to your questions/responses to help your classmates develop deeper understanding of the topic.1.Read: U.S. v. Alvarez .pdf 2. Read: Checks and Balances-Internal Constraints on Government Power.pdf 2. Watch: https://youtu.be/fVrb5mHFyvg

You must answer one question. The exam is worth 40 points. You should turn your answer through canvas. Your answer must use 12 point font and include your name and student ID. Your work must be your own. You must refer to at least 2 articles from the course assignments in your answer. You may refer to more than 2 articles, but you should not refer to any material that was not assigned in the course. These are thought pieces designed to show you understand and can synthesize the material. You should cite the articles within your answer like this: (Smith 2020) and you need not include a reference page so long as the citations are clear which readings you are citing. The answer to the question should be between 2 and 4 pages long. Choose one of these questions to answer:   What are human rights and how can we get states to recognize them? Identify and discuss some of the risks when the international community attempts to improve human rights whether through military intervention or economic sanctions. Agree or disagree with the following statement: “The protection of human rights only occurs with respect to issues everyone already agrees about, so international treaties and other efforts to protect human rights are a waste of time.” Make sure you explain why you agree or disagree.

Critically evaluate the impact of international actors like the US or EU (you can choose one) on Israeli politics

From Globalism to Globalization: The Politics of ResistanceGlobalization, Globalism, and Cosmopolitanism as an Educational IdealTransnationalism and Anti-globalismRead these articles from Week 2:Introduction to Global IssuesA Global Ethics for a Globalized WorldVirtue Ethics and Modern SocietyClassical Stoicism and the Birth of a Global Ethics: Cosmopolitan Duties in a World of Local LoyaltiesReflect: The change of our world from a local economy to a national economy to a global, international economy means that increasingly diverse populations will have to work together to achieve common goals. However, as the economy becomes increasingly global, local economies and people may suffer economic disadvantage or may find themselves marginalized from the rest of the world. Globalization creates ethical dilemmas for which we will need to find solutions.Write: For this discussion, address the following prompts:Explain the implications of globalization.Identify at least two ethical issues that go along with the global societal topic you have chosen for your final essay.Explain how globalization contributes to or affects these ethical dilemmas.

Introduce yourself to your peers by sharing something unique about your background. Explain how you expect this course will help you move forward in your current or future career.Identify the qualities of a good leader and the leader who personifies these qualities. Do you possess these qualities? Provide a rationale and support for your position.What are the variables that determine leadership effectiveness? Provide a rationale and support for your position.