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A World Federal State: A Study Of The Progression Of Civilization And A Recommendation For The Future, Joseph Oakes
A World Federal State: A Study Of The Progression Of Civilization And A Recommendation For The Future, Joseph Oakes
Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects
The progression of human civilization sits at the crossroads. Fueled by an emphasis in recent decades on interdependence, the world has realigned its economic and political operations to an international scale. Couple this development with grand advancements made in technology which have served to unite the world, and human civilization has set off on a path that leads to further integration. What is needed, however, is a realization of the inherent benefits that would come from the creation of a capitalistic world federal system.
Nationalism In The Post Cold-War World, Krista Knaul
Nationalism In The Post Cold-War World, Krista Knaul
Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects
Nationalism--one of the most salient forces working within the contemporary system of states--is on the rise, and no state is immune. Contemporary nationalism is fundamentally different from that which first appeared on the political scene more than two centuries ago. In the international system, state sovereignty is recognized over the right of self-determination of nations Since the right of self-determination is incompatible with sovereignty, changes must be made. Some nations work toward receiving a voice or gaining greater autonomy; others clamor for secession. It is the latter which poses the greatest threat to peace and international stability. There are various …
An American In Paris: Defining American Interests In Post Cold War Europe, Kelly Parker
An American In Paris: Defining American Interests In Post Cold War Europe, Kelly Parker
Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects
For the last fifty years or so, the members of the field of political science have studied the phenomenon known as the Cold War. It has fascinated many scholars and almost demands attention. The reason is this: the Cold War, even though some would argue that it was a governmental affair, affected so much more than military policy. Economies were built around it. Loyalties were built around it. The world divided around it. Most people could not have imagined the end of the Cold War ten years ago. Even now it is difficult to truly grasp the reality of the …
Looking Back: The Iranian Revolution In The New York Times And Christian Science Monitor, Stephen Lega
Looking Back: The Iranian Revolution In The New York Times And Christian Science Monitor, Stephen Lega
Mahurin Honors College Capstone Experience/Thesis Projects
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