To what extent can the Thatcher-type reforms be applied in France or adapted to France?

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «During the past twelve years, three of Jacques Chirac's Prime ministers -Alain Juppé, Jean-Pierre Raffarin and Dominique de Villepin- decided to reform but backed out in the face of protests. The election of a new President, who claimed that he was...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. similarities between N. Sarkozy and M. Thatcher. . Change in the political colour: 1964 and 1979 in England and 1981 and 2002 in France.. Another main difference between the situations in the two...»

Have we entered an age of religious extremism?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «For many years, and especially since the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11th, public discussion has focused concern on religious extremism. Manifestation of extremism can be bigotry and intolerance, excessiveness, or...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The existence of unfair systems.. Increase of extremism in individuals too.. The spreading of extremism.. Conclusion.. Sources.....»

Coursework assignment: Marketing plan

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «The Coca-Cola Corporation is the leader throughout the world in the soft-drinks market thanks to its international famous drink, the Coca-Cola. The company developed a range around the most unavoidable product (Diet Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Cherry...»

Synopsis abstract : «Description and analysis of company and industry.. The Coca-Cola Corporation: an international firm.. A strategic marketplace for a specific industry.. The sparkling mineral water.. Idea generation.. Concept and concept test.. A clear...»

A history of the UE: Robert Schuman

Political science   |   European union   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «On May 9th, 1950, Robert Schuman, a French statesman and visionary European, gave a speech soon to be known as "the Schuman Declaration". This event determined Europe's future and is considered as the birth of actual functional European integration;...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Robert Schuman's personal background: His involvement in the European integration process.. Robert Schuman's youth.. First political involvements: Robert Schuman takes up the European cause.. Robert Schuman, one of Europe's Founding...»

Building democratic institutions: East and West Lecturer: A. Dimitrova

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The accession in May 2004 of eight countries from Eastern Europe to the European Union and the future membership of Romania and Bulgaria in 2007 tends to show the importance, for these post-communist states, to find a new order and to gain more...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Making democracy work: Civic traditions of modern Italy by Robert Putnam.. Putnam's idea that post-communist states should be affected by a 'vicious circle'.. Social capital networks during socialism.. The case-study of Novgorod the...»

Case Study: Surasia's ministry of internal affairs (headquarters)

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «This paper will analyse the Suraisia government Ministry of Internal Affairs' attempt to introduce an innovative culture to the Ministry of internal affairs HQ (MIQ) through the creation of "SSS" and "3i" initiatives. This analysis will take into...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Outline of change.. Drivers of change.. Nature of change.. Stakeholders involved.. Approach taken.. Consequences of change.. Theoretical analyses.. Lewin's planned approach.. Dawson's emergent approach.. Dunphy & Stace's changing...»

The Chinese Japanese relationship: Room for improvement in a troublesome relationship

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «I understand that the issue of the Chinese Japanese relationship may prove to be quite a sensitive issue in both countries, and I hope I will not offend anyone in any way, with this presentation. I tried to present the facts and analysis as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Political incentives for cooperation.. A common cultural heritage.. A significant economic comparative advantage for and between the two countries.. Perspective.. Politics incentive for confrontation.. The maritime border...»

Spirulin: astonishing seaweed

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «From a biological point of view, Spirulin is one of the oldest inhabitants of the Earth. This cyanobacterium appeared 3.5 billions years ago. It is thought to have achieved photosynthesis for another billion years, until the first plant apparition....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is Spirulin?. Composition and nutritonal analysis.. Proteins.. Lipids.. Glucids.. Vitamins.. Pigments.. Minerals and trace elements.. Numerous beneficial effects for the body.. Effects on the immune system.. Antiviral effects...»

Tallberg, J. (2003) 'The agenda-shaping powers of the EU Council Presidency'

Political science   |   European union   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The Presidency of the European Union Council is an attribution that is not often analysed in the literature on EU decision-making. To put it briefly, the member state holding the Presidency of the Council for six months is in fact chairing the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The academic context.. The Presidency as a way to lead the European activity.. Why would member states accept such a steering power?. Comments on Tallberg's article: A conditional 'power of the chair'...»

(Re)Constructing Afghanistan: After the Bonn agreement

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «The 5th of December 2001, the Bonn agreement was the first text attempting to build a basis for a new start of the Afghan nation after the American invasion. It was set by international actors as different as the UN, who supervised the conference,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The first fundamental problem: Security in Afghanistan.. The underestimation of needs and the dubious security strategies.. The warlords: A major threat for security.. Regionalism and ethnic conflicts.. The difficulties to build a...»

The completion of the WTO free trade agenda will produce both winners and losers in the EU - To what extend do you agree?

Political science   |   European union   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an international body, the purpose of which is to promote free trade by persuading countries to abolish import tariffs and other barriers. It has little by little become closely associated with globalisation....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to the WTO and its free trade agenda.. The European textile sector.. The consequences of the free trade agenda on the European textile sector.. The positive aspects for the EU.. The negative aspects for the...»

Contraception as a development tool in Latin America

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Family planning is "a program to regulate the number and spacing of children in a family through the practice of contraception or other methods of birth control." This paper looks at the relationship between the three components of the Human...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Education.. Education through awareness and information.. The cycle of education and contraception.. Catholicism.. Health.. Contraceptive prevalence rate and health.. Health as an HDI component.. Public expenditure, contraception and...»

The European Union and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Political science   |   European union   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «With the recent election of Mahmud Abbas as chairman of the Palestinian Authority and Ariel Sharon's plan to withdraw Israeli troops and settlers from the Gaza strip, the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians appears to be at a crossroads,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The European Union's support of Mahmud Abbas' candidacy.. The EU and the peace process during the CFSP years.. The European Union.. Commitment to a two-state solution.. The second pillar of the EU commitment.. The use of financial...»

Is there a French Affirmative Action Policy?

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Affirmative action was born in the United States. It was originally designed to favour Black people, whose ancestors where slaves. Then, such programs extended to other underprivileged categories of the population: the disabled, the women, the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. French policies aimed at affirmative action.. The idea of bringing in affirmative action into French integration policies.. The topic 'is there a French affirmative action policy?'. Territorial discrimination for education.. Easing...»

Green marketing and sustainable development in France: What are their impacts on companies' strategies?

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «The environment and its protection occupy an increasingly significant part of our quotidian. The safety actions of our environment are growing, thus we can see the development of the selective sorting, green transport (bus functioning with gas for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Environment and responsible consumption.. Responsible consumption presentation.. Responsible consumption's background.. The context.. The green consumer.. All the parties involved in sustainable development.. Consumers' analyze.. The...»

The third way

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «In 1999, British Prime Minister Tony Blair and German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder issued a joint statement entitled The Third Way, Die neue Mitte. The statement committed itself to a "newly defined role for the active state" and stated that "the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The third way.. Controversy among students of social-democracy.. The field of welfare.. New Labour: Its incorporation of values more associated with neo-liberalism than with social-democracy.. New Labour.. Blair and the Labour...»

To what extent has the N.H.S. fulfilled its commitment to equal health care for all?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Health affects every aspect of life, and it not surprising that health care is a major focus for social concern. Governments have been aware of the importance of the population's access to health care for a very long time and began to intervene in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Explaining what the equality of care principle consists of. . The public expenditure on Health Care by socio-economic groups.. The principle of equality of care, in central commitment of the N.H.S.. The governments attempt to improve...»

Try and identify Jonathan Swift's political stands

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «To put it simply, party politics in England during the 18th century were practiced in two different camps - Tory and Whig. Globally, the differences of opinion between the two were based on three key topics - (1) the origin of government, (2) the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. His desire for advancement in the Church.. J. Swift: A political, religious and literary turncoat.. Was he a Tory supporter? . Gulliver and his progressive isolation from society.. Difficulty in judging what exactly Swift was in...»

The balance of power

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «It was not until the beginning of the 17th century, when the science of international law took shape at the hands of Grotius and his successors, that the theory of the balance of power was formulated as a fundamental principle of diplomacy in the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Existence of balance of power.. The balance of power theory.. Meaning of balance of power theory.. Claude's and Gentz's view.. The loopholes in theories of balance of power.. The balance of power and war.. ...»

Solving the Iraninan nuclear crisis: Regime change versus diplomatic track

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «According to the International Atomic Energy Agency, the hidden Iranian nuclear program starts in 1987. In December 2002, the United States accuses Iran to seek to develop a Weapons of Mass Destruction program and in June 2003, the IAEA reports...»

Synopsis abstract : «The Iranian nuclear issue.. The American position.. Chronology of the Iranian nuclear crisis.. The different approaches: Behaviour change versus regime change.. The inefficiency and danger of the ambiguous regime change policy.. The unfeasibility of...»

Britain is widely regarded as the 'awkward partner' in Europe: How accurate is this assessment?

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Second World War gave impetus to the idea of European unity. A view developed that only by the creation of some form of European federation would Europe enjoys a permanent peace. After WW2, European states focussed on national reconstruction,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Non involvement 1945 to 1972.. From 1945 to 1958: GB did not share the integration project.. From 1958 to 1973: Why did Britain change its mind at this point?. Membership: Anglo Euro relations 1972 to 2000.. Half-hearted Europeans...»

Anti-Pollution and air/water quality in Canada

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The object of this brief note is an environmental issue. It concerns the anti-pollution policy and the means to improve air and water quality in Canada. Indeed, this problem touches the entire Canadian population. Here, there is no discrimination...»

Synopsis abstract : «Issue and present policy.. Background.. Stakeholders.. Options.. Recommendation.. Implementation issues.. Key messages.. Bibliography.....»

The Relations between the European Union and Latin America

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Latin America is a huge geographical and cultural space that faces many serious difficulties in development because of high social inequalities, drug traffic and democracies that are often young and fragile. Because of these important issues, and as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Latin America's fragile and unstable democracies: A role of political stabilization for the EU.. A history of political instability and a recent restoration of fragile democracies.. The involvement of the EU to support political...»

The evolution of EU-American relationships: From obedience to independence?

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The EU-US relations were the basis upon which global institutions were built at the end of World War II, they permitted the creation of the United Nations, of the World Trade Organization, and of the North-Atlantic Treaty Organisation they forged...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. From the obedience of the Cold War to the crisis of the Iraq War.. Europe as the fighting field for the two superpowers.. The end of the bilateral war logic loosens EU-US links.. The end of the bilateral war logic loosens EU-US...»

Environmental justice movement

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Broadcasted in 2000, Erin Brockovich could be a great illustration of the "environmental justice movement". Indeed, while no one takes her seriously, a young woman begins to investigate a suspicious case involving the Pacific Gas & Electric Company....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Framing environmental justice: The background of an uprising movement.. Bringing into focus environmental inequalities: The concept of 'peripheralisation'.. Conclusion.....»

Fear of being black. The situation of black Haitian people in the Dominican Republic

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «I don't have personal fears but like many of you I'm deeply afraid of extreme human behaviours. I was in Haiti and several times I heard people talk about their neighbour state, the Dominican Republic. Haiti and the Dominican Republic share the same...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The history of racial questions in the Hispaniola Island.. The contemporary situation of black Haitian people in the Dominican Republic.. The problem of the definition and acceptation of coloured ski...»

Democracy for the few (chap. 15), Michael Parenti

Political science   |   Political science   |   Book review   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Michael Parenti is a professor of political science at several American universities. He has a PhD in political science from Yale University. He is known for being a progressive activist and a provocative thinker. As such, he wrote numerous books...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Government by secrecy and deception.. Bureaucratic action and inaction.. Little administrators and big businessmen.. Public authority in private hands.. Government 'Meddling'.. Conclusion.....»

Comparing the Jewish experience in Western Europe and the United States in the modern era

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The United-States is a country built by immigrants, especially Jewish European immigrants. Immigrants actively participate in the elaboration of American culture. This country particularly respects ethnic and religious particularism and promotes...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The American and French Jewish communities.. The reconstitution and the affirmation of the Jewish community in public space.. The need for community organizations in order to structure the community and defend its...»

Abortion linked to international trade law

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «There are different kinds and different methods of abortion nowadays. The spontaneous abortion, caused by natural causes, the elective abortion, the therapeutic abortion, which deals with the safety of the physical or mental health of women and the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. National law in France and Germany.. National French law.. German national legislation.. Criminal code.. 218a impunity of abortion.. European Union as a business law maker.. Ethical issues.. Abortion and Christian religion .. Bad...»

Global trade relations: Opportunities and challenges for direct investment in Brazil

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Research papers   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Brazil is the largest and most populous country in Latin America, and the fifth largest in the world in both area and population. The country possesses a developed agriculture as well as mining and manufacturing resources, Brazil also has a large...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. PEST.. Facts and figures.. Why invest in Brazil?. Challenges.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

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