Do you agree or disagree with Joe Biden. Why or why not?

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Watch or read one speech, press conference, or interview given by President Joe Biden. Find an important paragraph or extended statement. Include the link for the speech, press conference, or interview and the paragraph or statement. Do you agree or disagree with Joe Biden. Why or why not? Go into detail and think deeply about the subject. Cite at least one OP-ED or online article about Biden on the specific issue he is talking about.

Make sure you use quotation marks and proper citation. Summarize and analyze all quotes you choose to use. . Do not cut and paste anything from the Internet without quotations or proper citation – this is plagiarism. Everything not quoted or cited must be in your own words. Make sure to post a 250-300 original post

Identify and explain three examples of governments solving efficiency problems and three examples of governments solving equity problems.

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Identify and explain three examples of governments solving efficiency problems and three examples of governments solving equity problems. These examples should be a real situation with an appropriately identified and explain policy tool. With each of these examples, identify and explain the situation or circumstance that would be most likely create a government failure and explain why.

Explain two competing solutions to this problem while addressing the responsibilities of each level of government

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An important purpose of this assignment is to examine what the different branches and layers of government do to address a policy using a current issue to illustrate it.

Complete a research essay on the government and national security. Remember this is being written for the president to read.

Here are the aspects and questions to address for this essay:

Identify a current issue being debated about American national security, and state a preferred solution to it and why it’s preferred (This is your thesis statement).

Explain two competing solutions to this problem while addressing the responsibilities of each level of government (federal, state, and local) and the three branches of the federal government Explain two competing solutions to this problem while addressing the responsibilities of each level of government (executive, legislative, and judicial).

Build the argument for why your chosen solution is preferable, what critics say about the solution, and finally why the critics are wrong.

REQUIREMENTS:

How useful is the concept of the hegemony for understanding the nature of political power in Iran?

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How useful is the concept of the hegemony for understanding the nature of political power in Iran?

Which model do you think is the better model that will result in better laws for citizens of the United States? Why?

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There are two basic models of representation – the trustee model and the delegate model. Summarize both models using proper citation from Internet sources. Then find a video or article defending the trustee model of representation and provide a link to the video or article. What arguments are made? Find an example of a particular elected official acting as a trustee. Then find another example of an elected official acting more like a delegate. Be sure to cite and provide evidence.

Then find another article or video defending the delegate model. Provide a link to the article or video. What arguments are made?

Which model do you think is the better model that will result in better laws for citizens of the United States? Why?

Finally, find on of your federal officials struggling to deal with this distinction in the doing of their own jobs. Focus on a single elected official who represents you: US Congressman, US Senator, President. During the COVID-19 crisis, is this person acting more like a trustee or a delegate? What evidence do you have of this. Do you agree with the statements and decisions this individual is making? Cite and use evidence.

What can American logistics companies do to protect their supply chain businesses?

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Again, my professor has split us into 2 groups. This is the topic he wants my group to cover. ………Supply chains are investing into autonomous trucks these days. What are all the possible threats that they may face? What are the possible attacks? (please include cyber data security, cyber threats, Ransomware etc) Main focus is china (another group in my class is doing another country) China is competing so much in the supply chain arena in the united states. Chinese autonomous vehicles have entered the market. What kind of data mining can Chinese autonomous vehicle company do in the united states, let’s say they are delivering packages? the data they will have about places people etc. If China figures out America’s supply chain vulnerabilities via these Chinese companies, then what kind of attacks can America be prepared for? What can American logistics companies do to protect their supply chain businesses?

How do we solve systemic injustices in America and move forward? Which arguments between James Baldwin and William Buckley align with individual racism, which with institutional discrimination?

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“The opposite of racist isn’t ‘not racist.’ It is ‘anti-racist.’ What’s the difference? One endorses either the idea of a racial hierarchy as a racist, or racial equality as an anti-racist. One either believes problems are rooted in groups of people, as a racist, or locates the roots of problems in power and policies, as an anti-racist. One either allows racial inequities to persevere, as a racist, or confronts racial inequities, as an anti-racist. There is no in-between safe space of ‘not racist.” ~Ibram X. Kendi, author of How to Be an Antiracist & STAMPED: Racism, Antiracism, and You.

watch/read the items under ‘Required Material’ and answer 2-3 of the questions below.

Many countries like Germany, have been able to move their country forward after horrific atrocities. How do we solve systemic injustices in America and move forward? Which arguments between James Baldwin and William Buckley align with individual racism, which with institutional discrimination? What would be a current example where we see these arguments/perspectives used to justify public policy/laws? Can public policy alter “racial ideals”? If so, describe what the policy should entail. How does this thinking square with the First Amendment?

What organizations, communities, or individuals will be positively and negatively impacted if your policy proposal is passed?

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Discussion 8
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You have 2 options for discussion 8, for option A you may answer the questions below regarding the recent power outages in Texas or complete the public policy proposal as option B.

Option A: Texas Power Outages (Answer 2-3 of the questions below.)

How do we build a power grid that is sustainable, durable, climate positive, and economically friendly? Did the deregulation and privatization of the electrical grid equitably benefit all Texans? Is the new green deal to blame for the power grid failure?

Public Policy Proposal Outline

Topic Selection: What issue in the country or world is keeping you up at night? It may not impact you, but rather your loved ones, coworkers, or community. What problem do you want to address or solve?

Describe the Problem: State the problem that you want to address and who is impacted. What are the short-term and long-term concerns if the problem is not addressed? (2-3 sentences)

Recommendations: Propose 1-3 recommendations to solve the problem. (1-3 bullet points)

Policy Adoption & Implementation: How should your recommendations be implemented? What governmental agencies or organizations will you need to work with? How will your proposal be funded? State government, local government, private organizations, or nonprofit organizations? Can you provide a brief 3-5 step outline? What evidence, research, or statistics do you have to support your position? These can be from scientific studies, other companies, or organizations that have followed the newly proposed policy and support your argument. (3-5 sentences)

Conclusion: Write a short conclusion to your public policy proposal. Assess your proposed policy. Will your solution actually solve the problem? Will it solve an immediate need until a long-term solution can be found? If your solution will not solve the problem, will it mitigate the impact on people or the community? Provide a brief summary of the information you have presented in your policy proposal. Convince the class to support your policy proposal. (2-4 sentences)

Citations: Be sure to cite your sources. You will need to include at least 2 citations to meet the requirements to earn 15 points.

Presentation: Be creative! You may submit your public policy proposal in any format you choose, just make sure that you follow the criteria. Many students use their phones to complete coursework, so please be mindful when using certain software. If possible, use closed captions (cc) on all recordings. If you cannot, let me know and will work with you to include it. Closed captions ensures that the material is accessible to everyone. Here are a few format ideas: video, PowerPoint presentation, slide show, webpage, zine, Infographic, podcast, and a memo.

Extra Credit: Do not forget to ask a classmate a question or challenge their policy position to earn your extra credit point.

Additional questions to think about:

Does your policy proposal align with current legislation? If not, how do you propose to garner support?
Will others see your policy proposal as political? Or, is it a nonpartisan effort?
Is your policy proposal popular or on the fringe?
What organizations or individuals are currently profiting from the problem? How will they respond to the loss in profit?
What organizations would you partner/align with to support your cause?
What organizations would you consider advisories?
What organizations would help support your cause, despite your opposing goals?
What actions can you take today, this week, month, or year to further the cause? Make calls, create a media campaign, etc.
What organizations, communities, or individuals will be positively and negatively impacted if your policy proposal is passed?Sample Proposal

Describe the Problem

Every Texan can help reduce the carbon footprint and the impacts of climate change by committing to eating a plant-based diet. Texans have already seen the short-term impacts of climate change with recent floods, wildfires, and droughts. Years from now, Texans will experience increased respiratory problems due to algae blooms along the coast and an increase in devastating hurricanes. (Jones, 2020) If Texans love our state and the environment, they will commit to a plant-based diet so that future generations can thrive.

Describe an alternative strategy that would ease tensions while bringing reforms to modernize the Indian farming sector? How is capitalism impacting the farmers?

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Indian farmers are fighting new laws passed last fall, that would benefit big companies and hinder the livelihood of lower income farmers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been unsuccessful in his attempts to find common ground. A large percentage of the Indian economy is dependent on agriculture and farmers are a large voting bloc for the country. Nodeep Kaur is an Indian labour rights activist, who joined farmers in protest. Kaur alleges that she was sexually assaulted and tortured while in custody, the police have denied the claims. Disha Ravi, an Indian climate activist was also arrested and was just released on bail. Please answer 2-3 of the questions below.

Compare and contrast PM Modi’s response to the farmer protests with the actions of former President Trump during the protests of summer 2020. Are the farmers grievances “rooted in economic issues, not religious ones” or are minority groups being discriminated against? Describe an alternative strategy that would ease tensions while bringing reforms to modernize the Indian farming sector? How is capitalism impacting the farmers?

Is war likely to occur between these two countries?

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While interstate wars have declined since the end of the Cold War, ongoing disputes and escalation of tensions between states continue to threaten the outbreak of conflict. For this paper, identify two states of interest to you that are experiencing a dispute and/or escalating tensions. Your paper will address the main question: is war likely to occur (or recur/persist) between these two countries? First, briefly define interstate war and describe the bargaining model of war, including how war can result from information and commitment problems. Second, describe to what extent these dynamics are present in your conflict of interest. Third, make the case for whether or not you believe war is more or less likely to occur given this discussion. Conclude by considering what steps could be taken to lessen the risk of conflict.