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Plagues and Peoples; A Review
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This 5 page paper considers the political perspective of this book by William McNeill that gives a potted history of the world in terms of the spread of disease. In looking at the way it has been treated and perceived as well as the way it was recorded we can gain an understanding the politics of the past. This can then be applied to the modern world to help is understand the future. The bibliography cites 1 source.
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Planning for a National Response to Biological Terrorism
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An 8 page outline of the threats of biological terrorism to the United States. Discusses the need for a centralized coordinating agency to deal with terrorism which employs such biological agents as Anthrax and Ebola. Suggests that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has the scientific, technological and administrative resources which would be necessary in such an event. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Plato & Locke on Private Property
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A 5 page research paper/essay that, first of all, examines the positions of Plato and John Locke regarding private property. Then the writer offers a personal opinion on this topic. Bibliography lists two sources.
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Plato And Aristotle: Differing Knowledge Of What A Good Political Ruler Must Possess
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10 pages in length. Plato and Aristotle harbored decidedly different perspectives when it came to the requirements of a good political ruler. For Aristotle, the greater good set precedence for all other political considerations; those who do not approach government in this manner are overlooking the primary function of its existence. Plato, on the other hand, was far too authoritarian in belief to expect that any good political ruler possessed anything other than the ability to rule a despotic empire. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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Plato and Current Leadership in the U.S.
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This 7 page paper examines Plato's Republic and relays the allegory of the cave. Current politics in the U.S. is discussed in depth. What lessons can be learned from ancient philosophy? Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Plato's "Republic," Machiavelli's "The Prince" And Hobbes' "Leviathan": Justice
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6 pages in length. The writer discusses justice as it relates to political philosophy according to Plato, Machiavelli and Hobbes. No additional sources cited.
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Plato's Theory Of Forms: Leadership
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10 pages in length. Plato's Theory of Forms strives to pinpoint a fundamental definition of goodness, yet does not entirely grasp such a comprehensive notion. Clearly, the inorganic tendencies of the philosopher's theory are inherently associated with one's thoughts, opinions and perceptions, none of which can be considered tangible or animate. Is it possible, according to Plato's viewpoint, for human nature to be released from forms and still be considered human nature with regard to leadership? Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Plato’s Views on the Inferiority of Democracy
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This 6 page report discusses the attitudes and philosophies of Plato as expressed in The Republic regarding the existence of democracy and its value to the state. Through the voice and persona of Socrates, Plato discusses the types of inequity that exists both in “governed” states and in individuals. He explains that such inequities or injustices are, in order: timocracy; oligarchy; democracy; and, tyranny. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: BWinferi.rtf

Plato, Machiavelli and the Constitution
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A five page paper which considers Plato and Machiavelli's influence on the structure of the US Constitution, and the criticisms which they might make of it in a contemporary context. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JLplatmac.rtf

Pluralism vs. Elitism in the United States
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In five pages this opinion paper expresses a personal judgment as to whether or not pluralism or elitism best describes wealth and power in the United States, with references made to James Madison’s concept of checks and balances. Three sources are listed in the bibliography.
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