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Distinguish how the theories of liberalism, realism, and constructivism have been incorporated within the international system.

Assignment Instructions

General Instructions

The final assignment will test comprehension and mastery of CO-4 and CO-5.

CO-3: Distinguish how the theories of liberalism, realism, and constructivism have been incorporated within the international system.

CO-5: Evaluate the ability of the United Nations to work with regional organizations in peacekeeping initiatives.

What is neutralization theory?

Part I

After reading about the Leopold-Loeb Case, write a 2–3 page informative paper responding to the following:

  1. How was the victim, Bobby Frank, killed and with what type of weapon?
  2. What would be the primary characteristics of this type of wound?
  3. The investigators linked key evidence from this crime scene to the original source. What was the source, and how valuable was that source of information in connecting one of the defendants to the crime scene?
  4. How would you categorize the motive for the killing in this case?
  5. What type of homicide was this case Leopold-Loeb compared to the types that were learned in the chapter readings?
  6. What are the basic investigative techniques? Did this case follow them? If so, how?

Part II

  1. What is neutralization theory?
  2. Name 5 of these and illustrate how they work.
  3. Define and contrast primary and secondary deviance. Provide an example for each.
  4. What are the policy implications of labeling theory?

     

What are the main components of the United States Constitution that serve as the framework for how society governs and are governed?

 

Write 300 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

 

The United States Constitution has several functions. One of its primary functions is as the blueprint or framework for the United States’ system of government. Discuss the role that the Constitution plays in framing the U.S. government, and discuss the concept of public policy. In doing so, make certain to answer the following questions:

 

  • What are the main components of the United States Constitution that serve as the framework for how society governs and are governed? Explain. In your explanation, please make certain to describe the components of the Constitution that outline the primary branches of our system of government: the executive, judicial and legislative functions.
  • In your own words, how does each component of the Constitution function to support our system of government? Explain.
  • What is public policy? Explain.
  • What purpose does public policy serve?
  • What role does the average citizen play in developing public policy, if any?

What impact did the events of 9/11 had on their sense of security/vulnerability?

For this assessment, please interview at least 2 (or more) friends, relatives, colleagues, etc. to ascertain answers to the following questions:

  1. What impact did the events of 9/11 had on their sense of security/vulnerability?

  2. Do they agree or disagree with the U.S. response to the attacks?

    • Which aspects of the U.S. response do they feel have been most successful and effective?

    • Which aspects of the U.S. response do they feel have been least effective or even counter-productive?

    • Do they feel safer now than they did after 9/11? Why, or why not?

    • What areas of vulnerability do they think have not been addressed that should be?

Be sure to ask detailed follow-up questions. Here are some suggestions to get you started.

  • Do they agree or disagree with the term “War on Terrorism?” Do they think the “war” will ever be “won,” and all terrorist threats completely eliminated? If they disagree on the term, what would they suggest as an alternative?

  • Do they feel civil liberties, including privacy rights, have been curtailed significantly in the wake of the U.S. response? If so, in what way? Is some curtailment of some civil liberties for some individuals a necessary step, even if not ideal? Do they agree with the government’s justifications for wiretapping, etc?

  • Do they agree with holding captured suspects indefinitely, without charge? Or do they think suspects should enjoy due process and be tried in civilian courts?

  • What are their thoughts on secret prisons, extraordinary rendition, and the Enemy Combatants at Guantanamo Bay?

  • Do they agree with the rationale behind the invasion of either Afghanistan or Iraq or both?

  • Are citizens of other countries at all justified in their negative view of America’s stand in the World?

What does the Federal Reserve do to stimulate the economy?

Must have 5 STAR ratings, use Grammerly, no plagiarism and use APA template attached. 

 

Select an organization that both U.S. and international presences.

 

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper in which you answer address the following:

  • What does the president and congress do to stimulate the economy? What does the president and congress do to contract the economy?
  • What does the Federal Reserve do to stimulate the economy? What does the Federal Reserve do to contract the economy?
  • What motivates policymakers to stimulate the economy or contract the economy?
  • Based on your research, what does the Federal Reserve say about its policy goals?
  • What does the Federal Reserve say about the strength of the economy?
  • How does the strength of other economies outside of the U.S. affect your organization?
  • Based on your research, recommend changes in your organization’s competitive strategies or supply chain. 

Identify the company’s major stakeholders in the HBS case titled “Organizational Transformation: Agency for Volunteer Service”.

Discussion Question 3

In the HBS case titled “Organizational Transformation: Agency for Volunteer Service,” identify the company’s major stakeholders and discuss:

  • What types of relationships did the organization have with its stakeholders?
  • How did the organization integrate its stakeholders’ needs in formulating its strategies?
Discussion Question 4

In the HBS case titled “Organizational Transformation: Agency for Volunteer Service,” discuss the success of the organization’s change efforts and address the following:

  • Why was the organization successful in implementing the changes?
  • Could such success be replicated in a country, such as the United States?