S/P/121. Discuss the assertion that Mein Kampf, 'was shaped by a combination of ideological tenets, some of which were already fixed in his [Hitler's] mind before he embarked on his political career in 1919 and conclusions drawn from his assessment of European political and diplomatic developments in the early 1920's. ' (Noakes and Pridham)

The paper examines the philosophical underpinnings of Hitler's ideology analysing his book 'Mein Kampf' and discussing his biography, beliefs and the stages in the development of his world outlook.

C/P/55. The Importance of Thomas Paine's ideas

This essay looks in brief at the idea of the late 18th Century political agitator Thomas Paine. It considers his contribution to both the American and French revolutions. It indicates that his ideas concerning democracy and good government were of great importance and are still of relevance today.

E/P/29. Kemal Ataturk and Turkish Republic

The paper examines the role of Kemal Ataturk in the formation of the new Turkish Republic discussing his vision of the republic principles, the implementation of the secular reform, the influence of the military, the link to Fascism, etc.

E/H/11. To what extent was Hitler a weak leader over party and state in terms of German domestic politics during 1933 Ï 1939?

The paper examines the policy of Hitler during the pre-war period looking at the clashes between Nazi and state organisations, the inability of Hitler to control the government, his disregard for economic policy and concentration on foreign policy. HitlerÌs tactics to attack the opposition are discussed arguing whether his leadership could be considered as weak.

P/P/340. Political orientation of Nasser

The paper examines the social, economic and ideological policy of Nasser, president of Egypt in the 1950s Ï 1960s. His styles of leadership are reviewed arguing whether he had a socialist or a nationalist orientation, discussing the impacts of the nationalisation of the Suez Canal, etc.

P/H/94. Collapse of fascist Italy in WW2

The paper examines the causes of ItalyÌs military failure in World War 2 reviewing historiansÌ opinions about the home and foreign policy of Mussolini, the problems of Italian war industry, economy and agriculture, the implications of the fascist ideology, etc.

P/P/312. Influence of personality in politics: case study of young democracies

The paper examines the influence of a leader’s personality on shaping politics known as “personalisation of politics” (PoP) discussing the issues of PoP in young democracies. The differences between established and young democracies are described highlighting the independence and quality of the media, the attitudes of the general public towards politicians, ‘neopopulism’, anti-establishment tendencies, etc.

C/P/48. Thatcher and Revolution in British Politics

This paper scrutinized impact of Thatcher’s political ideologies and regime in changing British politics. It will cover Thatcher’s steps in finishing consensus politics and her steps towards economic and social revivals. More over Thatcher’s impacts on transformation of Labour party are also briefly discussed.

P/P/249. Intelligence and politics: implications of Dr Kelly’s case

The paper examines the policy of Tony Blair related to the use of intelligence for political purposes. A review of political analysts’ opinions is offered touching upon Dr David Kelly’s case, the Hutton Enquiry, the role of intelligence, the ‘groupthink syndrome’, the ethical issues of political conduct, etc.

P/P/243. Socio-psychological explanations of George W. Bush’s electoral victory in 2000

The paper examines the outcomes of the US presidential elections in 2000 seeking to provide socio-psychological explanations for the popularity of George W. Bush and applying the cognitive dissonance theory proposed by L. Festinger in 1950s, to the behaviour of the American electorate.

P/P/237. Career and trail of Nazi arms minister Albert Speer

The paper examines the career and criminal activities of Albert Speer, minister of arms in Nazi Germany and Hitlers friend, arguing why the international military tribunal at Nuremberg did not sentence him to death, as other leading Nazi war criminals, for the use of slave labour in the production of armaments.

P/P/226. Presidents Bushs statement about the danger of Iraq, Iran and North Korea: commentary

The paper comments on the proclamation made by President George W. Bush in his State of the Union speech about the growing danger posed by Iraq, North Korea and Iran. Different views on the situation in these countries around 2002 are discussed presenting arguments in favour and against Bushs statement.

P/H/51. Opposition to Lincoln in the American Civil War

The paper describes the events of the American Civil War focusing on the political opposition to President Lincoln that resisted the war, namely, Peace Democrats known as the Copperheads, and New Your City war-class emancipated immigrants. The clashes between Republicans and Democrats in the North are related reviewing historians opinions on the legislative acts and organisations of the period.

P/P/186. Senator S. Thurmond: life and political career

The paper presents an overview of the life and political career of a US activist Senator Strom Thurmond who stayed in office till the age of 100. Thurmonds contribution in US politics is related including his fight against racial discrimination and school segregation.

P/P/172. Khrushchevs reforms in Russia

The paper examines the impacts of Khrushchevs reforms on the ideological, political, economic and social aspects of the Soviet system. The history of the reforms is reviewed; the implications of denouncing Stalins regime are discussed. Khrushchevs agricultural policy is criticized; the reasons for dissatisfaction with his reforms are outlined.

P/P/171. Gorbachevs contribution in the transformation of Russia

The paper aims to assess the roles of Brezhnev and Gorbachev in the history of Russia seeking to identify the extent of Gorbachevs personal contribution in the collapse of the Soviet regime. The pre-conditions for the reforms known as ‘Perestroika are discussed in the context of post-Stalin social transformation.

P/P/168. Stalins repressions in Russia

The paper looks at the period of Stalins rule in Russia known as Great Terror discussing the views of Western and Russian political analysists on the nature of Stalins repressions. Stalins justification for executing and sending millions of people to labour camps is argued. The reasons behind the purges among the communist party members are discussed.

P/P/154. Critique of Marxs theory

The paper argues the value of the ideas expressed by Karl Marx in the Communist Manifesto examining the document from historical, political and philosophical perspectives. Hypotheses behind Marxs statements are analysed revealing disputable points in his argumentation. The impact of Marxs theory on the political and social processes around the world is discussed.

P/P/90. Discuss how effectively Russia has dealt with the legacy of Soviet federalism

This paper refers to Russia in 1991 and analyses how the country has dealt with federalism, since inheriting the Soviet federal structure. Essay looks into the Soviet legacy and discusses how Presidents Yeltsin and Putin dealt with the legacy of Soviet federalism.

P/P/80. Lincoln and the Northern War

The paper discusses the importance of the leadership of Lincoln to the Northern War Effort

P/P/79. Winston Churchill: 1940-1965

The paper identifies and discusses the major political successes and failings of Winston Churchill in the period 1940-1965

P/P/74. What motivated Gorbachev and how could he do what he did?

This essay aims to discuss Gorbachev's primary motivations for reforming the Soviet system and the main aims of Gorbachev's reforms.

P/P/73. Discuss the Russian Presidency As An Institution and Boris Yeltsin As A President.

This essay discusses the Russian Presidency as an Institution and Boris Yeltsin as a President; evolution of Boris Yeltsin's presidential style and how the most recent Russian leader, President Vladimir Putin exercises the power he has been given to take Russia into the future.

P/P/72. De Gaulle and European Integration

The paper discusses whether De Gaulle was far more committed to European Integration than he liked to appear.

P/P/66. Karl Marx & Max Weber and the sources of political order

This essay is analysing bibliographies of Karl Marx & Max Weber; outlines their theories and attempts to critically analyse, compare and criticise those theories.

P/P/38. The Successes of Bill Clinton

The paper analyses the combination of factors which led to the success of Bill Clinton's Career in 1992 and 1996

P/P/41. Boris Yeltsin and Russian Presidency

The paper discusses the Russian Presidency as an institution and Boris Yeltsin as a President.

S/P/10. "On a range of indicators, the USSR was a highly participatory society" (Sakwa). What forms did political participation take during the Brezhnev years, and did such participation best serve the interests of the people of the regime?

In this essay I intend to cover the main forms in which Brezhnev used participation, from the low levels of the general public up to the party itself, whilst also judging whether the participation used during the Brezhnev era was best for the people or the party itself. Under Khrushchev the participation within the USSR was certainly present and he appeared to be pushing for the participation of citizens to increase, with his constant use of "all-people's state"1, but once his fall from power occurred the view of participation and general politics seemed to alter…..

P/P/42. Boris Yeltsin's Autobiography and Mikhail Gorbachev's Memoirs

The paper reviews and critically analyses the Boris Yeltsin's autobiography "Against the Grain" and Mikhail Gorbachev's "Memoirs"

P/P/32. Gaullism without Charles de Gaulle

The essay aims to identify how successful was Gaullism without de Gaulle and to explain how successful Gaullism was while de Gaulle was at the wheel.

P/P/43. Era of Boris Yeltsin

The essay attempts to analyse whether the Yeltsin era was a retreat from democracy or a start on the long road to democratic change.

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