Leader for a Nation: High Crimes and Misdemeanors
At times Congress has taken steps to curb misuse of power through its Constitutional power to impeach and remove a president from office. President Nixon may have been guilty of major offenses in relation to the Watergate break in and cover-up but h...
Frames of Reference: Delicate Balance: The Influence of Public Opinion on Political Decision-making, A
To what extent should public opinion influence political decisions? Experts point out that citizens elect representatives to assess the complexities and make decisions regarding a myriad of issues. They are expected to be responsive to the electorat...
Frames of Reference: Divergent Points of View
Public opinion is a powerful yet elusive force in American politics. It is not that people are shy about expressing their views; it is just that the advice is so varied. Like many things in life, people begin developing opinions in childhood. People...
Frames of Reference: Dividing Lines
We are united as a country by certain common ideals, but we are divided by ideologies and group priorities that push us in different directions. The philosophical battle is often between individual and social solutions to problems.
Frames of Reference: Impact of Race, Ethnicity, and Gender on Public Opinion
Race, says Sydney Verba, "is the single most important divide in American politics." People with common ethnic identities often have similar class positions and income levels as well as common issues and problems that need to be addressed. Social po...