The Effect of Negative Campaigning in a Democracy
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This 17 page paper looks at the way that negative campaigning effects the democratic system, arguing that it is a destructive force. The paper starts out by examining what we mean by democracy and negative campaigning and then uses the Gore and Bush election campaigns of 2000 to illustrate negative campaigning techniques. Finally the paper discusses the issues and justifies the position that negative political campaigning is damaging and harmful to democracy. The bibliography cites 15 sources.
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The Effect of Race and Class on Voting Behavior
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This 9 page paper reviews several studies and theories in respect to the topic and then proposes a new study, inclusive of an outline, methodology and what results might be obtained. This topic is fully explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Electoral College
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This 5 page paper reports the history of the Electoral College, when it was established, why, its purpose, legal foundations for it, how it works, how Electors are selected, number of Electors, election quirks with the Electoral College, how Electors vote, elections deferred to Congress, who administers the Elector College and how it has evolved. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Electoral College
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This 20 page paper provides an overview of the application of the electoral college in the United States and other countries, and considers a way of assessing public opinion regarding change in the existing system in the United States. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
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The Electoral College
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A 22 page paper. Every time the presidential election is close, there is a movement to eliminate the Electoral College. The 2000 presidential election brought another wave of criticism and calls to abolish this election process. Would that be a good idea? Would plurality elections, one person, one vote, be more democratic? This essay explains what the electoral college is and how it works. The writer discusses the origins of the Electoral College and why our founding fathers chose to use the electoral college instead of another system, such as a plurality vote. Lastly, the writer discusses why it works and reports the election disputes in the history of the country; the Electoral College could be blamed for only one of the few disputes in history. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Electoral College and its Relation to the 2000 Presidential Election
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This 10 page paper examines the Bush v. Gore election in 2000 and uses it as a springboard for discussion on the electoral college. The relevance of the model is discussed. Both sides of the controversy is relayed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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The Electoral College: Best Way To Elect The President
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7 pages in length. The United States is fighting hard to uphold its sense of democratic application when it comes to political voting. Even so, the general public has become nonplused by fancy talk and little action from a string of past political leaders; as a direct result, American voters have not been turning out in droves when time comes to vote – until the presidential election of 2000, that is. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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The Gendered Nature of Research in Elections:
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This 5 page paper illustrates the ways in which research is conducted for elections, and the ways in which gender influences that research. This paper relies upon adademic journals to support the thesis. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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The Importance of Ballot Design
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This 5 page paper looks at the way in which a ballot system may influence the outcome of an election. The paper considers the Presidential Election in the United States 2000 and goes on to suggest better balloting methods that might be used. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
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The Importance of the New Hampshire Primary
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This 7 page paper looks at the long contemplated New Hampshire primary and how it impacts presidential races. Specific examples are provided. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Importance Of Voting
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A 5 page paper. The percentage of eligible citizens voting has declined steadily since 1960. This essay looks at the importance of voting and provides statistics regarding the numbers who have voted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Influence Of Religion On Voting
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This 10 page paper provides a brief synopsis of 16 articles that discuss the impact of religion on voting behaviors of Americans. Many discuss the outcome of the 2000 presidential election citing moral reasons, among others, for Gore's defeat. Most also comment on the effects of religion on party identification. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
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The Internet as a Tool for Increased Political Participation
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This 4 page paper provides information on this subject in addition to a proposal for further research. The topic is discussed and results reveal that the Internet does increases political participation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Life of John F. Kennedy:
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This 9 page paper dicusses the life of John F. Kennedy with a focus on his political achievements. This paper contains a timeline of his life as well as a graphic of Kennedy from his college days. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Meaning of Bloomberg's 2005 Victory
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This 3 page paper examines the 2005 mayoral race and why Bloomberg won. The racial disparity in the vote is discussed as well. Bloomberg's agenda for his second term and campaign issues are ideas included in this look at an important election. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Mechanics of a Congressional Race
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5 pages in length. This paper breaks down an important congressional race, that of U. S. Senator for Florida. Covers debates, demographics, fundraising and more. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Media and Its Effects on Voting Behavior
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A 9 page literature review examining a blend of political scientists' research and more casual observations regarding how the media influences voter behavior on election day. Most work has been centered on the television medium, with far less attention given to radio and newspapers. What is absolutely certain is that the media do have an impact, though existing studies and considered observation and experience have not been able to concur on precisely what that impact is. Media effect on voter behavior continues to be an area needy of study, though perhaps under better design than that which has guided such studies in the past. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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