Political Science

American Exceptionalism

Question Description American Exceptionalism This week we explore the issue of American Exceptionalism.  Is America, it’s founding principles, its role in the world, its destiny, fundamentally different, exceptional, than other nations?  The question is not whether it has some different approaches to government structure (federalism for instance).  It’s more fundamental, more basic, more philosophical, than …

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The US and International Environmental Laws

Environmental Law- Unit VIII Question Instructions For this assignment, you will write an essay that examines U.S. and international environmental law. The first part of your paper should discuss one U.S. law from each of the following categories: air, water, toxics, waste, energy, and natural resources. Following your overview of the six U.S. environmental laws, …

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A Surge in Shootings-Pol- NY Times “The Daily” Podcast 1:

Question (A Surge in Shootings) Description Listen to the  Podcast “A Surge in Shootings” August 24th, 2020 https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/24/podcasts/the-daily/gun-violence-new-york.html . According to the podcast, what are the three competing explanations for what is driving the surge in violent crime in NYC this summer?  Which of these theories do you find more convincing, and have you seen …

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