9/9/13 The Logic of American Politics Overview Rational choice Definition and purpose of politics Collective action Barriers Costs of collective action Political institutions Role in overcoming collective action problems Rational Choice Approach (to the course) Understanding the way American govt. works Start by think as individuals as the unit of analysis—individual of the members of Congress‚ individual voters‚ e.g. We assume that individuals have certain preferences and
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In the early years of the United States (US)‚ two political parties formed. These two parties were the Democrat Republicans and the Federalists. By 1809‚ the US had transitioned through both parties. Many Democratic Republican goals were fulfilled by Thomas Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson was the president of the US at the time. Because of these the Democrat Republicans were stronger in American politics in the US. The Democrat Republicans prevailed in American politics through expansion to the
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Qualifications Salaries Pension (Benefits) President- No Person except a natural born Citizen‚ or a Citizen of the United States‚ at the time of the Adoption of this Constitution‚ shall be eligible to the Office of President; neither shall any Person be eligible to that Office who shall not have attained to the age of thirty five years‚ and been fourteen years a resident. Pension (Benefits)- Former presidents are offered a taxable lifetime pension equal to the annual rate of basic pay for the heads
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provide to another in different ways. One may also feel as if the Democratic Party is based upon race‚ which is a big issue in politics. With every individual having their own personal opinion‚ it makes politics more interesting. Perhaps‚ The United States had not been run by a Democratic Party. How would society be different now? How many jobs would be filled? How would Democrats make a living if they did not decide to get a job? Questions like these are the questions may remain unanswered until
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Norfolk State University Benjamin Solomon Carson‚ Sr.‚ M.D. Press Questions for Ron Paul submitted by Arlisa Hardy- Manager Britteni Swain- Telephone Bank Carl Caesar- Community Developer Justin Lee- Campaign Financial Advisor Ryan Cyress- Public Relations POS 100.02 Professor Carol Pretlow April 18‚ 2014 Benjamin Solomon Carson‚ Sr.‚ M.D. Press Questions for Ron Paul 1. Dr. Paul‚ what is the bravest thing you have ever done? Taking his oath of
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Louie Gohmert is a legislator in the Texas House of Representatives. He often takes a conservative view on situations‚ such as how he votes for bills and what committees he joins. Gohmert has been a legislature for several sessions now‚ and has had previous experience in politics prior to being elected to the House. Gohmert also comes from a strong religious background‚ which no doubt influences the way that he votes. He is considered a republican and has recently announced that he is going to
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Essay: Compare & Contrast 2012 Republicans v. Democrats Include Ideas on: Economy‚ Abortion‚ War In Afghanistan and Healthcare Throughout history the two main parties or the Two Party System in the United States have been the Democratic Party and the Republican Party in 2012 there are many differences between the two parties from their economic ideas to their stand on military issues. Democrats and Republicans have had their differences on many topics that are still alive today in
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Albert Pike was a lawyer who played a major role in the development of the early courts of Arkansas and played an active role in the state’s politics prior to the Civil War. He also was a central figure in the development of Masonry in the state and later became a national leader of that organization. During the Civil War‚ he commanded the Confederacy’s Indian Territory‚ raising troops there and exercising field command in one battle. He also was a talented poet and writer. Albert Pike was born in
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Woodrow Wilson gave a speech to the Congress about joining the World War I. And the reason why was the United States of America involved in the World War I whether for the advantages of the Democrats or the economy of America is still a hot potato until now. America joining the World War I is still an interesting topic to discuss about. Some people believe that the United States of America participated in World War I because President Woodrow Wilson felt that the need of
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popularly elected first house may be overhasty and they need checking by a less impulsive and more experience body. The second house works as a check on the hasty‚ rush‚ and ill consider legislation. In passing a law the first house may not have adequate time to consider the bill in detail‚ or it could be passed along the party lines. The second chamber stands against this potential danger. It reviews the bill thoroughly and if necessary it could send it to the first house of reconsideration. The
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