Political science

McDonaldization has done much to help society to become more efficient, but how has it hindered it? What is the “irrationality of rationality”, and how will McDonaldization affect our future? What are the four dimensions of McDonaldization? What are some advantages of McDonaldization.

Bibliography should include twelve pieces of peer reviewed, journals and/or scholarly literature on topic ‘Discrimination Against Women of Color In The Workplace in New York City’.  Bibliography should be alphabetized by author last name. For each entry/source, it MUST include roughly six sentences that do the following: Summarize the text Evaluate the text–Is it convincing? Are there any flaws? What’s missing? Clarify how this text is similar to or different from other books/articles in your bibliography Here is a sample annotation: Ehrenreich, B. (2001). Nickel and dimed: On (not) getting by in America. Henry Holt and Company. In this book of nonfiction based on the journalist’s experiential research, Ehrenreich attempts to ascertain whether it is currently possible for an individual to live on a minimum-wage in America. Taking jobs as a waitress, a maid in a cleaning service, and a Walmart sales employee, the author summarizes and reflects on her work, her relationships with fellow workers, and her financial struggles in each situation. An experienced journalist, Ehrenreich is aware of the limitations of her experiment and the ethical implications of her experiential research tactics and reflects on these issues in the text. The author is forthcoming about her methods and supplements her experiences with scholarly research on her places of employment, the economy, and the rising cost of living in America. Ehrenreich’s project is timely, descriptive, and well-researched. This from Purdue’s website. Please find other examples here: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/common_writing_assignments/annotated_bibliographies/annotated_bibliography_samples.html

Discussion post 2 forum: Political institutions The prompt Consider the topics we have covered so far in Module 2 – Institutions: 1.     Executive government 5.     Political parties and party systems. Political institutions provide the ‘rules of the game’ for politics. Discuss what this statement might mean by comparing and contrasting two of the executive government and political parties. Requirements 1.     Ensure that you cite at least two of the relevant unit theme set readings in your discussion post. o   In addition to the two set readings. (attached).

Opposes Obama care and/or proposals for a “public option.” Supports private insurance companies competing against each other to “sell” healthcare insurance in the US. — more conservative Possible dimensions: 1. General background, topic overview introduction 2. National and Local economic Impact (GDP)?  How would various proposed national health care reforms have a positive or negative impact on our nation’s economy? Will economic growth ensue, or would a specific healthcare initiative negatively impact business prospects for large corporations and/or small businesses? 3.  The Nation’s Healthcare Industry?  How would various proposed health care reforms impact the quality of healthcare services in the United States– on average? Will we be able to attract and award talented doctors in the currently changing US health care system? 4. Federal Government Fiscal Policy?  How would various proposed healthcare reforms impact the federal government’s fiscal responsibility– if at all? Would a specific proposed reform help reduce our national debt (by eventually controlling annual fiscal deficits), Would any specific proposed healthcare reform force our national debt to increase– or would they be relatively debt neutral– as suggested by various political candidates?

Instructions: The goal of this assignment is for you to identify appropriate case study material for you to learn more about a development-related policy and how it was implemented in a developing country. To complete the assignment correctly, you need to find a document that answers the following basic questions about a development policy: What were/are the policy’s main goals? How would we know whether the policy was/will be a success or a failure (i.e., what were the indicators used to know if the policy was meeting its goals)? If the policy was already fully implemented, what were its results? If the policy is only a proposal, or has not been fully implemented, what are some known strengths and weaknesses of the proposal? (These can come from sources you read as well as your own thinking about it.) Who was involved in implementing the policy? What were the different roles of the main actors and organizations involved in trying to make the policy a success? The worksheet questions below lay out these issues. To answer them, you need to find a policy case study that at least gives you some basic information along these lines. It should give some information about the substance of the policy, the context in which it was implemented – including key organizations and institutions – and some information about the policy’s results and/or key issues for successful implementation.

Background Information How long should a U.S. Representative or Senator be allowed to serve? A maximum of 10 or 12 years? 20? Or perhaps there should be no limits at all. The concept of term limits is relatively straightforward, but the political history as well as implications for what’s called the incumbency (or more specifically, homesteading a lifelong career in Congress) are rather nuanced. According to the U.S. Constitution, the president can serve two four year terms. The two term limitation has only existed since the 1950s. U.S House members serve two year terms but can be reelected for an unlimited amount of terms. Similarly, U.S. Senators serve six year terms and can be reelected indefinitely. While many people argue that a lack of term limits allows for long-term experience and expertise, many others argue that it hinders the ability of political newcomers with different views and ideas to enter either the U.S. Congress. Both sides of the issue have merit, but the argument has resulted in numerous efforts to implement term limits. A case regarding the implementation of term limits for U.S. Representatives and Senators (U.S. Term Limits, Inc. vs. Thornton) even made it to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1995, but was decided in favor of no term limits. There have also been efforts for a constitutional amendment addressing this issue. Suffice it to say, this issue remains alive and well. Steps to Complete the Task Step 1: Research Read about congressional term limits in the textbook (Chapter 2, page 61 and Chapter 11, page 414). (Direct Links Provided) Chapter 2 is on the bottom on 2.4, in the box labeled term limits (Link – https://openstax.org/books/american-government-2e/pages/2-4-the-ratification-of-the-constitution ) Chapter 11 is 11.2 (Link – https://openstax.org/books/american-government-2e/pages/11-2-congressional-elections ) Watch this video on the Supreme Court case U.S. Term Limits, Inc. vs. Thornton: Can Congress Have Term Limits? | U.S. Term Limits, Inc. v. Thornton  (Link – https://youtu.be/TYJ7nqz0ZHs ) Read the following article from the Issues & Controversies database (you might be prompted for your TCC login to access the article)Login Info (Will be changed by tomorrow morning) Login – T20161265 Password – Hubbcap12 Term Limits for Elected Officials: Are term limits for elected officials a good idea?  (Link – https://icof-infobaselearning-com.libraryproxy.tulsacc.edu/articles/us-government-and-politics/term-limits-for-elected-officials.aspx?ID=2721&wid=98054&hd=2721 )  Note Taking Tip:  Take notes as you read. Since you know you are reading about two sides of issue, one way to take notes is to have a page for the “for” side and a page for the “against” side. As you read, you can make note of unique perspectives, facts, and/or events that each side uses for evidence to support their viewpoint. Step 2: Analyze and Evaluate Consider both sides of the argument.  What evidence was effective for supporting congressional term limits? What evidence was effective for imposing congressional term limits? Based on the information you studied, how would you respond to the following questions? What are the arguments in support of congressional term limits (or why should we keep them)?  What are the arguments for imposing term limits (or why should we get rid of them)? Do you support or oppose the congressional term limits? Why? And what are the implications for voters either way? Step 3: Analyze and Explain 3.       Write a 150-250 word paragraph explain your reasoning regarding your stance on congressional term limits. Use evidence from the reading to explain the reasoning on your perspective.  Acknowledge valid arguments (points) from both sides Write your paragraph on a Word document.  Save the document to your computer as a back-up copy. Refresher: How to Write an Argument Paragraph Writing paragraphs for political science papers is just like writing paragraphs for an English essay. Political science professors expect well-developed, evidence-based information in their paragraphs and papers, too.  Complete this short online refresher on how to write an argument paragraph. Link – https://www.softchalkcloud.com/lesson/serve/CewuY506SbIEBL/html Step 4: The Discussion Post your paragraph in the Unit 3: Congressional Term Limits discussion forum. Copy your paragraph from your Word document and paste in the discussion forum. Respond to a minimum of two classmates Respond to someone who shares the same perspective as you do. Respond to someone who has a different perspective than you do. Your responses should be 50 to 100 words. Provide a thoughtful response – analyze and evaluate their points and provide additional support or counter-arguments from the readings. Criteria for Success To be successful, your discussion posts should Provide evidence that you understand both sides of the issue Make a clear statement of the side you believe has a better argument Be written in your “own voice.”  The posts should sound “like you” not like the Internet Use academic English (no slang or texting language) with minimal errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.  (Hint: read your responses out loud before posting.) Stay within the word count range for the original response and response to peers Include thoughtful responses to two of your peers You cannot just say “I agree” or “I disagree” – you must provide some evidence of your own.  Don’t just repeat the evidence written by the classmate you are responding to.

Write a 1000 word review of Stephen Krasner’s and Cynthia Enloe’s contributions in Smith, Booth & Zalewski (eds.) International Theory: Positivism and Beyond, pp. 108-27, 186-202. In your review, please make sure you address the following: How do Krasner’s and Enloe’s definitions of ‘the political’ differ? How would you relate their competing definitions of ‘the political’ to contrasting research methods and technique? Reflecting on Krasner’s and Enloe’s arguments, do you think that political phenomena can be objectively understood, or do they tend to be open to different interpretations?

In a 10 page paper, address the Covid-19 pandemic facing Florida today. Define the problem and possible solutions related to this issue using theories, principles and concepts from chapters 1-7 in your textbook. check  the syllaubus for requirements for paper Use a minimum of 10 research resource (use footnotes) Typed in a MS Word document  Your paper should be double spaced Use 12 point font Apply MLA format You may include charts, maps, etc… they must be placed in an appendix at the end of the paper – not part of the 10 pages of content.

IIn 150  words, give a synopsis of the current level of practice and practice climate for APRNs in Texas licensure. Incorporate what you have learned from the Buppert readings, and from investigating your state BRN website. If yours is a full practice state, discuss how your state adopted full practice authority (FPA). If your state is restricted, describe the restrictions to practice and the current political climate surrounding FPA (for example, is there any pending legislation to move to FPA? Are there any eased regulations or expedited licensure due to Covid-19?). Discuss major barriers to FPA in your state.  Finally, discuss how you plan to be involved in your state’s governance and/or advocacy for APRNs. Include at least two references from an official state or government website or from the BRN for your state. ·         Citations: At least two high-level scholarly references in APA per post from within the last 5 years ·         In 125 words, please describe how you have been preparing (or your plans to prepare) for the boards? Describe your planned study schedule and share your top three favorite resources and why you like them. Please include the cost and delivery (app, book, course, etc) of the materials (if applicable) to help your fellow classmates decide if they’d want to investigate your resources. Included in the resources is the “Next Steps” powerpoint discussing board exams. Besides board exams, what other items does a new graduate need to consider to be fully prepared for practice? In what ways will you be more marketable to employers? Consider DEA, NPI, Immunization registry (state by state), death certificate authority, DOT or DMV physical certification, etc.  Respond to two of your peers.  ·         Citations: At least two high-level scholarly references in APA per post from within the last 5 years

Choose a social movement discussed in the book chapter. In 450-500 words, answer the following questions in essay format: How did the social movement start? What are/were the goals of the social movement? How did the social movement go about consciousness raising in order to expand participation in the movement? What tactics are/were used by the social movement?  What role is/did the media play in the movement’s success/failure?