John Locke: Advocate for Democracy
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A 6 page discussion of the political philosophies of John Locke. Explores in particular Locke's belief in government by and for the people and emphasizes his support of the common man and claims that no man had the right to rule over another without their consent. Provides examples from the United States and also Great Britain, outlining Locke's influence on the Declaration of Independence and on the Constitution of the United States in particular. Asserts that Locke's philosophies are an indication of his support for democracy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Political Theory of John Locke
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This 7 page paper takes a look at John Locke's writings, with a focus on The Second Treatise of Civil Government, in contemplating the contradictions in his theory. The paper concludes that Locke's political theory is valid, despite inconsistencies, as those are unavoidable anyway. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA009Loc.rtf

Power in the Intergovernmental System
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Some analysts would claim that power in the recently established intergovernmental system resides with the big states, those with the highest populations and, hence, the most voting power. Others claim the main power in the intergovernmental system resides with those states smart enough to get the most federal monies in the form of block grants by putting in the best applications for those grants. Some say it resides with big business. This paper posits that the power, for the moment, resides with the federal government. Bibliography lists 4 sources. JVintgov.rtf
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Revolutionary Men
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A 5 page paper discussing the concept of revolution and the influence that individual men have on the political changes that occur within a country. The examples are based on Vaclav Havel's Open Letters and Eduard Dune's Notes of a Red Guard. Both of these men were men of vision and both of them have a story that llustrates how one man can become involved, however subtly, and make a difference.
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Peter Abelard and Cicero / Perceptions of Morality and the Nature of Man
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Peter Abelard, 12th century French clergy whose affair with Heloise resulted in his castration, and Cicero, statesman and orator, shared a common belief in the conflict that exists between man's pursuit of self-interest and his duty to his community. This 5 page paper reflects on the nature of man and of mankind and their link in defining moral beliefs and their application. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Hegel's Influence On Marxism and Fascism
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This 11 page report examines the philosopher Georg Hegel, and how he affected the development of Marxism and Fascism. Hegel's philosophy is explored in depth. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Portugal in and Expanding Europe
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This 5 page paper loos at the way in which membership of the European Union has and will continue to Effect Portugal. The roles of aid and trade and their relative amounts are considered in the context of the communities influence. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
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The Role of the Enlightenment in Modernity Analyzed
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This 4 page research paper examines how the changes which took place during the Enlightenment defined modernity. Specifically discussed are the main assumptions of the Enlightenment and how they produced modern scientific perspective, social and natural sciences. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Promoting Empowerment Through Change
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A 6 page discussion of the concept of societal change. This paper contends that while change can result in either positive or negative impacts. Change which effects empowerment of the people, indeed change which is effected by empowerment of the people, is almost always positive in its societal impact. The author provides examples from the Progressive movement of the early twentieth century to support this contention. Bibliography lists 5 sources. PPchange.rtf
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