Explore and analyze the system of direct democracy in California, focusing on the initiative, referendum, and recall processes. In your essay, provide an overview of how these processes work, their historical development, and their significance in shaping California’s political landscape. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of direct democracy, examining its impact on policy-making, citizen engagement, and the balance of power between the electorate and elected officials. Consider specific examples of initiatives or referendums that have had a notable impact on California’s governance. Finally, evaluate the effectiveness and potential challenges of direct democracy in California, and propose any potential reforms or improvements that could enhance its functioning and democratic outcomes.
Category: political science
Legal Opinion: Protection of Rights in Darren’s Confession
Write legal opinion on the case below
1. Summarize the legal issue involved in the case
2. Explain what Bill of Rights Amendment (s) and protection (s) are at stake
3. Explain how you would decide this case and why.
case:
Darren was arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and rape. He was taken to the police station, where the victim picked Darren out of a lineup. An officer pointed to a woman in the police station and asked if she was the victim. Darren told them, “Yeah, that’s her.” The police then took him to an interrogation room where he was questioned for two hours. He verbally confessed to the crime, and signed a written statement, prepared by the police, admitting his guilt. Darren’s confession included a statement that he was aware of his rights, and that any statements he made could be used against him. However, the police made little effort throughout the interrogation to allow Darren access to a lawyer, or generally notify of him of his rights.
The Importance of a Free Press in Democracy
Write essay explaining why a free press is integral to democracy. You may reference historical examples such as Watergate, the Pentagon Papers, “weapons of mass destruction”, or other events to illustrate your point.
Nelson Mandela: A Model Leader and an Inspiration
How Nelson Mandela is a good leader and how he inspires me.
Use the Army Leadership Requirements Model to justify answer.
The Pursuit of Peace: Exploring Paths to Global Harmony
In class, we have discussed the topics of conflict and war. Despite the fact that, as mentioned in class, war may not always be the least costly option, we do not see peace throughout the world. Define peace, identify the various paths to peace, and discuss. Make sure to address the role of the U.S. in foreign affairs
Navigating Water Security: Achieving a Legally-Binding Agreement between Ethiopia and Egypt on the Grand Renaissance Dam
Assessing the impact of Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam (GERD) on water security across Egypt: How can both countries reach a legally-binding agreement?
The United States and Russia: A Comparative Analysis of Political Oppression and International Aggression
Research Essay: How do the United States and Russia mirror each other in their approaches to political oppression, and international aggression?
The UN as a Global Police Force and Negotiation Facilitator: Limits and Possibilities
Compose a 5 – 7-page research-based essay response to the following theme: The UN as global police force and negotiation facilitator.
INSTRUCTIONS
Reasoning with clear ideas and examples in any manner you choose whether separately or integrated, answer the questionsbellow indicating the limits and possibilities of justification for the UN as a global police force or negotiation facilitator between hostile or potentially hostile states.
Include the following related questions as headings:
What is the scope of its authority to act as an enforcement institution or negotiation facilitator?
What kinds of international problems does it seek to ameliorate or resolve, and does the seriousness of these problems warrant a global rather than regional or state response?
What are its methods and instruments of containment, enforcement, or persuasion—how does it get peoples and states to comply with its dictates or at least restrain themselves?
What are the chief limits of its ability to act as a legitimate global police authority or negotiation facilitator? Why does Mearsheimer believe that international institutions like the UN offer a ‘false promise’ of greater security than the current state system can offer?
The Impeachment Process: Roles and Responsibilities of the Three Branches of Government
write 2-3 pages on the
impeachment process. Remember, this does not only pertain to U.S. Presidents—all “civil officers”
of the federal government are subject to impeachment proceedings.
The purpose of this is to synthesize what we have learned about the three branches of our
government: their roles and responsibilities in this process.
A rough outline of your paper should follow:
• Define impeachment and state its purpose; make sure you address who can be impeached.
• Give me a brief summary—1 – 2 paragraphs—on why Donald Trump was impeached in
2019—his first impeachment.
• Quote at least one Constitutional clause addressing impeachment, and explain it.
• Role of Legislative Branch in an impeachment inquiry—the process the impeachment
proceedings follow in each chamber of Congress (House of Representatives and Senate).
• Role of Judicial Branch in the process.
• Your analysis: will we see impeachments in the coming years, and who might be impeached
(there are no right or wrong answers on this).
The Impact of Shirley Chisholm: A Pioneer in Government and Champion for Equality
A five-page paper analyzing the experiences of a minority individual or group, past or present, who has had a significant impact on government or who has been affected by government at the national or state level; you may select from the list via Canvas or see me for approval of additional titles.