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The Media In Support Of The American Political Structure And Its Institutions As Evidenced By Newspaper Editorial Coverage Of The Iran-Contra Affair, William R. Head
The Media In Support Of The American Political Structure And Its Institutions As Evidenced By Newspaper Editorial Coverage Of The Iran-Contra Affair, William R. Head
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Knocking the media in this country has become something of a “national pastime.” Whatever the problem, it is never difficult to find someone who is willing to blame the media for complacency if not responsibility.
Regeneration And Politics: Buber's Idea Of Nationhood, Janet Catherine Menard
Regeneration And Politics: Buber's Idea Of Nationhood, Janet Catherine Menard
Digitized Theses
The dissertation explores Martin Buber's conception of Jewish nationhood, in particular his idea of "regeneration", which, applied to Israel, involves as much divine and universal dimensions as it involves secular and particular dimensions, such as the biblical idea of cosmic mission and chosen nationhood, on the one hand, and return to labour on the land and the formation of communal socialism, on the other. Chapters I-VII discuss this attempted synthesis. In addition, they touch upon Buber's views on national development and autonomy within the context of international relations and the reality of Palestine--a reality distinguished by the presence of an …
Beyond Virtue And Honour: Montesquieu And The Problem Of England In The "Spirit Of The Laws", Donald Anton Desserud
Beyond Virtue And Honour: Montesquieu And The Problem Of England In The "Spirit Of The Laws", Donald Anton Desserud
Digitized Theses
This thesis attempts to resolve the problematic nature of Montesquieu's analysis of the English constitution. It is argued that in the Spirit of the Laws Montesquieu presents England as a mixed regime composed of republican and monarchical elements. Further, England is able to protect the liberty of its citizens from unwarranted intrusions into their private lives by governments, and permits them to pursue a natural desire for commercial activity. England is able to avoid corruption, or at least the effects of corruption, by limiting government power, and by nurturing the interests of the citizens in participating in politics. Hence liberty …