Kenya As A Target For Al-Shabaab: A Theory For Understanding Cross-Border Terrorism,
2024
Tower Center
Kenya As A Target For Al-Shabaab: A Theory For Understanding Cross-Border Terrorism, Evangeline Mathis
The Dialogue
Evangeline Mathis explores why Kenya faces disproportionate attacks from Al-Shabaab compared to neighboring states. The paper theorizes that Kenya’s international visibility and free media make it an attractive target for the Somali-based terrorist group
U.S. Africa Command & Security Assistance To Fragile States,
2024
Tower Center
U.S. Africa Command & Security Assistance To Fragile States, Joseph Kinyanjui
The Dialogue
Joseph Kinyanjui evaluates the role of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) in addressing security issues in Africa. The paper discusses whether AFRICOM's operations contribute to militarization and state fragility or effectively enhance stability through capacity building
Rifles And Rivals: A Study Of The Domestic Effects On American Military Policy,
2024
Tower Center
Rifles And Rivals: A Study Of The Domestic Effects On American Military Policy, Rachel Warren
The Dialogue
Rachel Warren analyzes the domestic forces shaping U.S. military foreign policy in the post-Cold War era. The paper evaluates the roles of political polarization and the military-industrial complex, using quantitative analysis to assess their influence on legislative decisions
The U.S. Public Education Systems' Failure To Accurately Educate Students On The Israeli-Palestinian Conflcit,
2024
Tower Center
The U.S. Public Education Systems' Failure To Accurately Educate Students On The Israeli-Palestinian Conflcit, Sanaa M. Ghanim
The Dialogue
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is arguably the world’s most controversial conflict in modern history. The United States plays a central role in its mediation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict since the mid-twentieth century, making the ways in which the conflict is taught in American public schools especially relevant to the future of the conflict and more specifically, the role of the United States in the future of this conflict (Arieli, 2016). The United States has put forth numerous peace solutions that have all failed. In understanding why these peace solutions have failed to bring about peaceful change in the region, the U.S. …
Free Trade And Covid-19,
2024
Tower Center
Free Trade And Covid-19, Audrey Mcclure
The Dialogue
Audrey McClure investigates the implications of globalization and trade liberalization in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The paper highlights the economic benefits and domestic challenges of free trade, examining the disruptions in global supply chains and the political resistance to globalization during the crisis
Dialogue Fall 2020 Front Matter,
2024
Southern Methodist University
A Texas Tradition: Analyzing Texas' Commitment To Capital Punishment,
2024
Tower Center
A Texas Tradition: Analyzing Texas' Commitment To Capital Punishment, Grace E. Brandt
The Dialogue
Grace Brandt examines Texas' historical and ongoing support for capital punishment. The paper explores the evolution of execution methods, legislative frameworks, and public opinion, emphasizing the cultural and political factors sustaining the death penalty in Texas despite national trends towards abolition
Foreward,
2024
Southern Methodist University
Sexual Violence In The Democratic Republic Of Congo,
2024
Tower Center
Sexual Violence In The Democratic Republic Of Congo, Kate Schaible
The Dialogue
Katie Schaible investigates the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), focusing on the prevalence of sexual violence as a weapon of war. Schaible explores how underdevelopment and continuous conflict exacerbate social issues, limiting economic and institutional development. Recommendations include international intervention strategies, governance reforms, and support for victims to address the widespread human rights abuses in the DRC
Iraq, Democracy, And The United States,
2024
Southern Methodist University
Iraq, Democracy, And The United States
The Dialogue
This collaborative paper by Kevin Matejka, Arnaud Zimmern, and Lara Vidal examines the complexities of promoting democracy in Iraq and other Muslim-majority nations. The authors analyze different perspectives on democracy's compatibility with Islamic principles and explore Western and Middle Eastern viewpoints. Through an exploration of political theory and historical context, they provide insights into the challenges and prospects for democratization in the region, particularly in light of U.S. involvement
Can China Finally Follow-Through On Its Commitments,
2024
Tower Center
Can China Finally Follow-Through On Its Commitments, Christina Almeida
The Dialogue
Christina Almeida assesses China's adherence to WTO intellectual property commitments. Since joining the WTO in 2001, China has continued to infringe on intellectual property rights (IPR) of U.S. firms, resulting in significant economic losses. Almeida discusses factors such as state capitalism and insufficient enforcement mechanisms within China that hinder compliance. The paper recommends a multi-faceted approach, including bilateral trade mechanisms and stricter WTO oversight, to address China's ongoing IPR violations
Cooptation: The Backseat Driver Of Competitive Communism,
2024
Tower Center
Cooptation: The Backseat Driver Of Competitive Communism, Candace Warner
The Dialogue
Candace Warner analyzes the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) strategy of cooptation in fostering economic growth while maintaining political control. Using the Chinese automotive industry as a case study, the paper explores how the CCP's support for private entrepreneurs and strategic partnerships has promoted rapid growth but also perpetuated inefficiencies and corruption. Warner argues that this approach, while beneficial in the short term, may undermine China's long-term economic sustainability
Foreword,
2024
Southern Methodist University
Cross-Party Voting In 21st Century Presidential Primaries: A Social And Empirical Analysis,
2024
Tower Center
Cross-Party Voting In 21st Century Presidential Primaries: A Social And Empirical Analysis, Mark Trautmann
The Dialogue
This paper by Mark Trautmann explores the phenomenon of cross-party voting in U.S. presidential primaries, focusing on its prevalence and impact in open primaries. Trautmann examines cases in the Midwest, analyzing data and media narratives surrounding the Michigan Republican Primary (2000, 2012) and the Democratic Primaries in Wisconsin (2004) and Indiana (2008). The findings suggest that while media often overemphasizes the influence of cross-party voting, its actual effect on primary outcomes remains limited, though potentially disruptive in certain cases
Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Student Forum Volume 1 Spring 2013 Issue 1,
2024
Southern Methodist University
Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Student Forum Volume 1 Spring 2013 Issue 1, Tower Center
The Dialogue
No abstract provided.
Wither Japan?,
2024
Tower Center
Wither Japan?, Matthew Reitz
The Dialogue
Matthew Reitz examines Japan's evolving security policies under Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, particularly the controversial 2015 Security Legislation. The paper explores how Japan's pacifist identity has adapted to external pressures like China's rise and North Korea's nuclear threat. Reitz highlights the role of domestic politics, public opinion, and international alliances in shaping Japan’s security reforms
Stability Of The Chinese Government,
2024
Tower Center
Stability Of The Chinese Government, Fairooz Adams
The Dialogue
Fairooz Adams analyzes the internal and external factors influencing the stability of the Chinese Communist Party since the Tiananmen Square incident. The paper argues that while China has become more stable through economic growth and co-opting business elites, underlying issues like corruption and social defiance pose significant risks. Adams balances a historical overview with contemporary challenges to evaluate the resilience of the regime
Two Constructions Of Liberty: Hugo Black's And Robert Jackson's Stances On Free Speech,
2024
Tower Center
Two Constructions Of Liberty: Hugo Black's And Robert Jackson's Stances On Free Speech, Adam Mueller
The Dialogue
Adam Mueller contrasts the interpretations of free speech by Justices Hugo Black and Robert Jackson. The paper explores how their differing philosophies of liberty influenced their judicial decisions, particularly in the context of Cold War tensions and fears of extremism. Mueller examines the broader implications of their stances for constitutional democracy
Slavery In The Taney Court An Examination Of The Personal Views Of The Justices And Their Influences On The Justices' Opinions,
2024
Tower Center
Slavery In The Taney Court An Examination Of The Personal Views Of The Justices And Their Influences On The Justices' Opinions, A.J Jeffries
The Dialogue
A.J. Jeffries examines the personal views of the justices of the Taney Court and their influence on decisions concerning slavery. Through an exploration of the lives and political inclinations of thirteen key justices, the paper highlights how these biases shaped landmark cases like Dred Scott and Prigg v. Pennsylvania. Jeffries provides a nuanced look at the intersection of personal belief, judicial analysis, and the societal standards of the time
Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Spring 2016 Volume 1,
2024
Southern Methodist University
Dialogue Undergraduate Journal For Political Studies Spring 2016 Volume 1, Tower Center
The Dialogue
No abstract provided.
