Category: Political Science

Reading Assignment 7
Chapter 7 (Chicago School 2: Interactionist/Labeling)
Deliverable Length: 3-4 pages
Answer any two questions (10 points each):
1. Define Frank Tannenbaum’s concept of “the dramatization of evil.” Include a discussion of tagging and societal reaction as a self-fulfilling prophecy.
2. Distinguish between Edwin Lemert’s concepts of primary and secondary deviance.
3. Construct a interactionist definition of deviance using the concepts of master status (Becker) and stigma(tization) (Goffman). Include a specific example of behavior situation labeled.

Reading Assignment 8
Chapter 8 (Conflict/Radical/Marxist Theory) https://books.google.com.bz/books?id=slp2AwAAQBAJ&…
Deliverable Length: 3-4 pages
Answer any two questions (10 points each):
1. Discuss the work of W. E. B. Dubois as contributing to conflict criminology, especially the Philadelphia research study. Why do you think DuBois has been large ignored by mainstream criminologists?
2.Marxist thought focuses on class conflict in capitalism as contributing to criminal labels in society. What are the two main classes in conflict according to Marx, and how does the criminal law favor one group over the other in the justice system?
3. Explain how Sutherland’s (1940) concept of white collar crime is “a forerunner of current conflict theory” according to the text. How does the concept of radical criminology (Reiman and Headlee) further highlight white collar crime as abuse of power?

Reading Assignment 9
Chapter 9 (Feminist Criminology) https://books.google.com.bz/books?id=slp2AwAAQBAJ&…
Deliverable Length: 3-4 pages
Answer any two questions (10 points each):
1. In the history of feminist criminology, distinguish among the following: liberal feminists; Marxist feminists; radical feminists. How have these three overwhelmingly “white” feminisms gradually joined with that of women of color to analyze the triple oppression of race, class, and gender?
2. Discuss how negative stereotypes of race/ethnicity, class, and gender are reflected in the criminal justice system. How can racism in the system be reduced or at least combated?
3. Although crime rates make clear that most violence in society is committed by males, over the last three decades female participation in such acts has measurably increased. Use a feminist argument to explain this increase.

850 words minimum (more is always OK) – type the final word count at the top of your paper
You must give your paper a title
Essay format – this means paragraphs, at least five of them:
Introductory paragraph
Write a FULL summary of the film
Do NOT tell me who the director is. This is irrelevant to the assignment.
Include all the campaigns Atwater works on, with supporting quotes from the film.
Include commentary from at least SIX people who were interviewed about Atwater. Include their names, what each said and why you picked them.
Your summary must include responses to ALL of the requirements that are bullet-pointed below
Concluding paragraph must address the final three bullet points
YOU MUST SPELLCHECK AND PROOFREAD YOUR WORK
OTHERWISE, YOU WILL LOSE POINTS
This is a reflection paper on ‘Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story” (link below)
https://tubitv.com/movies/15602/boogie_man_the_lee_atwater_story
The film is a documentary on the man who changed modern campaigning in America. Keep in mind that Atwater went after both Republicans and Democrats with equal vigor. Winning was the goal –– at any cost. Was the cost too high? This is for you to decide – explain your position in your response. Atwater’s lies cost many politicians their political careers when the media failed to do adequate fact checking. So, despite all the harm he caused, why did Atwater remain a popular figure on the campaign trail?
Along with your own reflections–thoughts, comments, conclusions, assessments, observations––include thoughtful commentary on ALL of the issues listed below. Write all of your responses in paragraph format – not bullet points. Points will be deducted for missing information.
Should there be campaign laws that demand truthful campaigning? Why or why not?
Should the media be held accountable for failure to fact check on what it reports? Why or why not?
Write a dictionary definition of “Machiavellian” and cite your source for this definition. Was Lee Atwater ‘Machiavellian’ in the ‘truest sense,’ as was said at his funeral? Why or why not? Who in the film characterized Atwater as Machiavellian? This must be included.
Who was Willie Horton, and how did Atwater exploit Horton’s actions to help his candidate win? Who was Atwater’s candidate at this time? What governor had the prison furlough program that Dukakis based his own furlough program on?
What were some of Atwater’s underhanded campaign tactics? Specifically name at least three of the “dirty tricks” that Atwater used in his various campaigns.

On the subject of being prepared to vote upon the age of 18, should there be more emphasis on K-12 education regarding elections so that voters will not be fooled by tactics such as negative ads Why or why not? (ie: consider Atwater’s slamming of Governor Dukakis for his voting record in Congress. Explain why this is distracting nonsense, and a PLSI 01 student would know better). Keep in mind that sleazy campaign tactics are likely to go undetected by ignorant voters. How much did you learn about politics and voting during your K-12 years?
What is the relationship between Atwater and Strom Thurmond?
Why did Atwater decide to be a political operative for the Republican Party?
Who was accused of burning an American flag? Was it true? Why was this accusation made?
Who is Karl Rove? Even though Atwater died years ago, his protégé, Karl Rove, continues the Atwater legacy – including the ‘push poll.’ Considering what you saw, and what you think about the film as both a citizen and a voter (or possible future voter), offer commentary on the various people who were interviewed:
Did you think their comments were valid and accurate?
What car did Karl Rove say that he and Atwater campaigned in during “one of the greatest weeks of his life?”
Who among those interviewed best characterized Atwater and why? You must be specific. List this individual’s name along with the commentary. What did they say about Atwater that was so compelling and accurate as to capture the realAtwater? Be specific. What were the comments? Quote them.
How did Ed Rollins influence Atwater and his career?
What does Ed Rollins say about Lee Atwater’s request for a Bible?
How does music play into Atwater’s life?
Why did the students at Howard University reject Atwater?
What does the film say about high school campaign managers?
In addition to your own conclusions on Atwater and the film, address these questions in your final, concluding paragraph:
Do you believe that Atwater was sincere in repenting for his ‘political sins’ when he wrote contrite (apologetic) articles for newspapers/magazines and sent apology letters to those he had wronged? Why or why not?
Why do you think Ed Rollins ultimately forgave Atwater?

Finally, had he recovered from his brain tumor and lived to a ripe old age, would Atwater have gone back to his old dirty-dealing ways or would he have changed his ways? Why or why not?

Assignment Content
Written Response 2
This assignment is due Friday November 3 by 11:59pm. Remember you have a 2 grace period – we don’t apply a late penalty if you submit within 2 days of this deadline. However, late submissions do not receive detailed feedback. After that it is 5% per day penalty until a total of 6 days late. If you need an extension or any accommodation beyond this, please be in touch with me, Prof. Glas, before the deadline.
Prompt: We have now explored the major theories in IR. These include the traditional theories of realism and liberalism, the social theories of constructivism and feminism, and the critical theories of Marxism and postcolonialism. You have one ‘big’ question for this assignment: Which of these six theories do you find the most useful analytical lens for explaining global politics, and why? In answering this question be sure to summarize the theory you find most useful and show us why it is so useful to you by reference to at least three (3) examples drawn from the readings. NOTE: avoid major repetition from your first assignment. We need to see new writing and analysis to reward your hard work, even if you make a similar argument.
Reminders and Recommendations:
Your Written Response should be 3-5 paragraphs, and must not be more than 800 words.
Be clear and concise and proof-read your writing. Avoid repetition.
It is not recommended that you rely on long quotations. Instead, synthesize material in your own words.
Be sure to cite your claims properly, including using page numbers. If you are unsure how to cite, see: https://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/tools_citatio… for a handy guide.
No bibliography is required. Failure to cite will result in a zero on this assignment. Problems with citation will drastically reduce your score.
Be sure to address all questions or elements of the prompt.
Impress your Instructor by demonstrating your knowledge of the reading material, including both required and recommended (rather than lecture material), and your ability to offer an informed viewpoint that is supported by cited evidence.
No additional research is required beyond the required and recommended readings.
For details regarding citations, expectations, and grading of your Written Response, as well as how to interpret your score, see the Syllabus.
Hints and Specific Suggestions:
Important note: You should avoid repetition with Assignment 1 as best you can. We cannot reward you for simply repeating the summary or argument you made in the last assignment. However, you may use the realist or liberal tradition as you discussed in Response 1. Be sure to expand, refine, or deepen your discussion if so (e.g. adding plenty of detail to show why one is better than the social or critical theories we have examined). You should not use the China-USA case as an example in this response. If you think the realist or liberal tradition is most useful, draw on other cases to illustrate why.
The best responses to this prompt will do three things: (i) clearly summarize a theoretical lens with useful detail, showing off your knowledge of the relevant readings; (ii) show at least three examples of why it is so useful to explain global politics; and (iii) show why other theories are less useful.
It is recommended that you write four short body paragraphs: one stating and summarizing the theory you find most useful; three showcasing why it is useful by analyzing your three cases, and; one showing why other theories are less useful.
This response can and should draw on any of required and recommended readings you see fit from Modules 3-6, and another course reading you think would be useful.
Please also take into consideration the feedback from Assignment 1. In particular, (1) cite and reference properly, (2) proof read your work, and (3) add plenty of evidence and detail from your readings to impress us so we can reward your hard work!
Need some help? Have any questions?
We’re here to help you and all students to improve on this assignment from their first (no matter who well you did!). So please join the Q&As, email us to schedule a time to speak, or email us your questions!
Final Reminders:
Please write your response in the space below
Citations are required
No bibliography is required.
You can submit up to 2 days late without penalty.

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The growth and complexity of the Federal Government
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The increasing complexity of the International Security environment.
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President Ulysses S. Grant has been called the first civil rights president because he used his powers to aid African Americans in the South after the Civil War. What specific steps did he take? Why do you think this is something that isn’t often noted about the the history at that time?

Your first draft, should include the Introduction, Analytical Framework, and Literature Review only.
1) Introduction
Provide a brief overview of the case you have selected and what makes it interesting.
You can pick any case of any environmental issue in any Latin American country.
This should be between 400 to 600 words.
2) Analytical Framework
This should be between 500 and 800 words.
3) Literature Review
This should be between 500 and 800 words.
Analytical Framework:
You will need to establish an analytical framework to analyze your case. In other words, the lenses,
and tools you will use to analyze the case. Be clear in what are the ontological and epistemological
stances of that framework. Up until this point in the course, we have discussed a few analytical
frameworks:
 Path-dependency
 The resource curse
 Eco-sovereignty and Neo-developmentalism
 Eco-socialism and Environmental populism
 Indigenous Perspectives and the Buen Vivir
 Neoliberalism (Mining, Extractivism, and commodities as part of international debt and
trade)
 Elites as governors of natural resources
 Democracies as systems that govern the environment
 Networks and Participatory governance
Discuss what is your analytical framework and why it is useful for the case you have selected. Use
the readings we have done in class thus far and explain why some of these frameworks are
inadequate to understand your case, and why the framework you have selected is most suitable.
Literature Review:
Find at least four academic publications that discuss the case you have selected (check with me if
you have any questions or want to make sure you have selected good options). Discuss in the
literature review how these other publications address, well or poorly, the case you have selected.
Judge how well they analyze the case based on the analytical framework you have chosen

4 PAGES DUE IN 3 HOURS!!! KEEP TIME OR I WILL ASK FOR MY MONEY BACK
In the early 20th century, a pivotal moment in American history and government unfolded with the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution in 1920. This landmark amendment granted women the right to vote, a hard-fought victory that marked a significant shift in the nation’s democratic landscape. It was the culmination of decades of tireless activism, protests, and advocacy by suffragists who championed the cause of women’s suffrage.
One can imagine the scene on August 18, 1920, when the Tennessee State Legislature convened to cast their votes on the 19th Amendment. The state’s decision hung in the balance, as Tennessee was the 36th and final state needed to ratify the amendment. The atmosphere in the Capitol was electric, with suffragists on one side and anti-suffragists on the other, both anxiously awaiting the outcome.
As the roll call proceeded, tensions ran high, and the vote was neck-and-neck. It came down to a young legislator named Harry T. Burn, whose decision would sway the course of history. He had initially opposed the amendment but, under the influence of a letter from his mother imploring him to “be a good boy” and support suffrage, he cast the decisive vote in favor. The room erupted in cheers from suffragists, and the 19th Amendment was ratified.
This historic moment not only enfranchised millions of American women but also transformed the political landscape of the United States. Women became a significant voting bloc, influencing elections and policies in ways that continue to shape the nation’s government.
In relation to the above, answer the following:
How did the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920 impact the political landscape of the United States, and what role did individual legislators like Harry T. Burn play in this transformative moment in American history?
1100 words

please read the materials and write four questions, good 4 questions show that you did the reading
please no summery of the reading
and let me know where did you get the questions from such as the name of the reading and the page number
4 questions from this reading:
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1- Méndez – 2019 – The violence work of transnational gangs in Centra.pdf
2- Sviatschi, Maria Micaela. (2018). Making a Gangster: Exporting US Criminal Capital to El Salvador. Working paper.
3- Wolf, S. (2017, October 5). Distorting the MS-13 Threat.