Brigham Young University
The Graduate Center, City University of New York
Northern Illinois University
Happiness Alliance
US Army War College
Chapman University
Anti-Pornography and Prostitution Research Group
Salve Regina University
Cedarville University
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Scared To Give? A Look Into How Terrorism Affects The Flow Of Foreign Aid,
2024
University of Mississippi
Scared To Give? A Look Into How Terrorism Affects The Flow Of Foreign Aid, Madelyn Jarjoura
Honors Theses
This thesis examines the role of formal ties to terrorism and its effect on foreign aid
from donor countries considered either democratic or not. I hypothesize that as more seats are occupied in a recipient country’s government by a known terrorist organization, the less total aid democratic donor countries will send to that country (vice versa for non-democratic donors). However, with stronger ties to terrorism, the more aid democratic donors will bypass through NGOs (vice versa for non-democratic donors). To test this, I used Hezbollah’s seats in Lebanon’s Parliament from the years 1995 – 2021 as a case study for …
The Consequences Of Civil-Military Relations On Civil Wars In The Middle East,
2024
American University in Cairo
The Consequences Of Civil-Military Relations On Civil Wars In The Middle East, Alaa Bahnasy
Theses and Dissertations
To unravel the complex dynamics surrounding the outbreak of civil wars in the aftermath of the Arab Spring uprisings, one of the first questions that come to mind is the reason why some Arab countries have witnessed civil wars whilst others have not. The civil-military relations play a significant role in the matter. While much of the existing literature on the causes of civil wars, there is a scarcity of papers that take into consideration the role of civil-military relations. This research focuses primarily on two variables independent variables, namely the civil-military relations and the diversified ethnicities alongside the dependent …
A Political Theory Of Engineered Systems And A Study Of Engineering And Justice Workshops,
2024
Dartmouth College
A Political Theory Of Engineered Systems And A Study Of Engineering And Justice Workshops, Dominic David Carrese
Dartmouth College Master’s Theses
Since there are good reasons to think that some engineered systems are socially undesirable—for example, internal combustion engines that cause climate change, algorithms that are racist, and nuclear weapons that can destroy all life—there is a well-established literature that attempts to identify best practices for designing and regulating engineered systems in order to prevent harm and promote justice. Most of this literature, especially the design theory and engineering justice literature meant to help guide engineers, focuses on environmental, physical, social, and mental harms such as ecosystem and bodily poisoning, racial and gender discrimination, and urban alienation. However, the literature that …
Development Of The Right To Privacy In Montana Discourse And The Montana Constitution,
2024
University of Montana, Missoula
Development Of The Right To Privacy In Montana Discourse And The Montana Constitution, Scott A. O'Donnell
Undergraduate Theses, Professional Papers, and Capstone Artifacts
No abstract provided.
Alternative Power: The Politics Of Denmark's Renewable Energy Transition,
2023
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Alternative Power: The Politics Of Denmark's Renewable Energy Transition, Robert Darrow
Doctoral Dissertations
Global climate change is one of the defining political challenges and opportunities of the current era. Experts widely agree that technical means already exist for making the necessary transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy; the obstacles to doing so are primarily political. Careful observers also recognize that this period of transition creates an opening for political innovation and development. How can the political will be generated to take action to prevent climate catastrophe? And what will the process of transitioning mean for the political systems that have been built on cheap and abundant oil? Political scientists have largely ignored …
Contrast Vs Attack Ads: How Different Forms Of Negative Campaign Advertisements Affect Senate Candidate’S Vote Share,
2023
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Contrast Vs Attack Ads: How Different Forms Of Negative Campaign Advertisements Affect Senate Candidate’S Vote Share, Luke Perea
Governance: The Political Science Journal at UNLV
This research is intended to find out how Senate candidates’ vote shares are affected by advertisements with a negative tone. Prior literature is largely inconsistent in determining the impact of advertisement tone, but separating negative advertisements into two subcategories, advertisements that attack an opponent and advertisements that contrast between oneself and one’s opponent, clearer correlations become evident. Literature suggests that attack advertisements are more effective at generating voter responsiveness and mobilizations compared to contrast advertisements, they also come with a backlash effect that often damages the attacker more than the target. Thus, candidates with a higher percentage of attack advertisements …
Finding 'New Oil' In The Silver State: A Cost Benefit Analysis Of Lithium Mining In Nevada,
2023
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Finding 'New Oil' In The Silver State: A Cost Benefit Analysis Of Lithium Mining In Nevada, Alexandra Pelas
Governance: The Political Science Journal at UNLV
No abstract provided.
Russian Involvement In Frozen Conflicts Of The Post Soviet Space As A Means Of Geopolitical Positioning,
2023
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Russian Involvement In Frozen Conflicts Of The Post Soviet Space As A Means Of Geopolitical Positioning, Mary Giandjian
Governance: The Political Science Journal at UNLV
Upon the Soviet Union’s collapse, in a short time the once Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) became fifteen distinctly sovereign states, coupled by a sum of de facto states. The sum of these de facto states, realized from frozen conflicts, endure a distinct type of instability in Russia’s near abroad, where reconciliation is temporary given the frequent resumption of hostilities. In this paper, I detail major events of frozen conflicts in the Post Soviet Space, from South Ossetia to Nagorno-Karabakh, evaluating the Russian involvement of each de facto state’s respective frozen conflict. The combination of historical analysis and case …
Black Political Representation And American Feelings,
2023
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Black Political Representation And American Feelings, Jhanae George
Governance: The Political Science Journal at UNLV
Research on Black stereotypes argue that Black politicians are often labeled or perceived differently from the Black population as a whole. This research has led to questions on whether or not Black politicians can influence the overall perception of Blacks in America. Due to stereotypes leading to prejudicial treatment of certain groups, increases in representation of these groups in respected positions can aid in moving past the negative generalizations and any resultant treatment. By examining the number of Black representatives in America, along with feeling thermometer data from American National Election Studies, I find that there is little correlation between …
Chemicals And Creeds: Cbrn Weapon Use And Religious-Based Terrorism,
2023
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Chemicals And Creeds: Cbrn Weapon Use And Religious-Based Terrorism, Nikolai Apilado
Governance: The Political Science Journal at UNLV
General theories of terrorism typically focus on economic, social, or political factors that lead to terrorist acts. Conversely, chemical, biological, radiational, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons are rarely spoken of in academic literature. Yet, these weapons are still used by terrorists in some capacity. In this paper, I argue that religion is the primary factor that influences terrorists to pursue CBRN weapons as opposed to more secular-based terrorists. This is due to the fact that religious-based terrorists are not concerned with preserving their reputation or credibility among society, as well as being so blinded by their religion that they are willing …
The Influence Of The “Hayah Karima” Initiative On The Standard Of Living Of Egyptian Citizens: Evidence From The Menofia Governorate,
2023
American University in Cairo
The Influence Of The “Hayah Karima” Initiative On The Standard Of Living Of Egyptian Citizens: Evidence From The Menofia Governorate, Merihan Sharara
Theses and Dissertations
Social protection programs have been used in several developing countries in order to aid in their development efforts. In Egypt, “Hayah Karima”, an initiative which represents a developmental initiative endorsed by Egypt’s President Al-Sisi, aims to minimize the developmental gaps among citizens in terms of standards of living. “Hayah Karima” is based on governmental finance in partnership with the private sector. This paper covers this initiative and its different aspects as well as their possible impact on the standards of living for citizens in El- Menofia Governorate. The paper also includes 71 surveys conducted with different partners and beneficiaries of …
Notes For Contributors,
2023
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Space Deterrence Or Dominance?,
2023
United States Norther Command
Space Deterrence Or Dominance?, Dwayne Liller
Space and Defense
A strategy to safeguard United States’ space assets is needed. Deterrence strategies, like Cold War nuclear deterrence, are often recommended. Nuclear deterrence history reveals that deterrence through dominance is what early strategists employed. Both Cold War adversaries attempted repeatedly to gain the lead in nuclear weapons. Seeking short term advantages activated the security dilemma and both sides responded in kind, guaranteeing an arms race. The faulty logic of the security dilemma was that the next advantage would bring security. This did not happen and illustrated how mutual vulnerability resulted from long term and determined opposition. That condition exists to this …
Operationally Responsive Space: Past, Present And Future,
2023
Surrey Satellite Technology Limited
Operationally Responsive Space: Past, Present And Future, Stuart Eves
Space and Defense
Where did the idea of Operationally Responsive Space originate? You might imagine that the idea was born during the First Gulf War, (sometimes called the First Space War), where use was made of strategic space systems to support operations. It was apparent, though, that strategic systems with very small fields of view and long revisit times were not well suited to operational reconnaissance. Other limitations of these strategic systems included a tasking system not suited for tactical timelines; significant data downlink requirements, making it difficult to deliver data into the theatre; a large in-theatre “footprint” for intelligence analysts; and lack …
The 2010 National Space Policy: Down To Earth?,
2023
Naval War College
The 2010 National Space Policy: Down To Earth?, Joan Johnson-Freese
Space and Defense
The 2010 National Space Policy, intended “to express the President’s direction for the Nation’s space activities,” was released by the Obama Administration on June 28. Responses were for the most part swift and predictable. While drawing heavily from past consistent principles, all analysts agreed that the tone and emphasis differed significantly from the 2006 Bush Administration policy, which itself was a departure from past policies in terms of a greater military focus and nationalistic orientation. Views on which tone and emphasis is best has ranged along the ideological spectrum. A sampling of opinions is indicative. Baker Spring, from the conservative …
Coalitions In Space: Where Networks Are Power,
2023
Naval Postgraduate School
Coalitions In Space: Where Networks Are Power, James Clay Moltz
Space and Defense
This study begins with the widely recognized problem of 21st century space vulnerabilities. To address this challenge, it proposes the new concept of an “allied space network” as a possible means of both reducing risks and enhancing space power. Such a concept would move beyond realist, Cold War “balancing” in space, and instead would require new forms of technical and political cooperation in the military sector among participating states. In thinking about future space security this study argues that trans-national networks and alliances offer considerable untapped potential, with possibly significant benefits particularly for the United States, which—unlike China and Russia— …
Introduction,
2023
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Table Of Contents Volume 5 No. 1,
2023
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Table Of Contents Volume 5 No. 1, Space And Defense
Space and Defense
No abstract provided.
Front Matter Volume 5 No. 1,
2023
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Front Matter Volume 5 No. 1, Space And Defense
Space and Defense
No abstract provided.
Notes For Contributors,
2023
University of Nebraska at Omaha
