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George W. Bush: A Cultural Icon, 2008.
A strong argument that claims George W. Bush is a cultural icon who has abused his power.
2,111 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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The paper asserts that George W. Bush is a cultural icon who embodies the positive and negative aspects of American culture. The paper explains why political strategist Karl Rove crafted a public image of Bush as an icon and as a compassionate conservative, pro-life Christian who supports family values, is pro-military and is a tax cutter. The paper contends that this image has been shattered because of his criminal incompetence, reliance upon systematic deceit and abuses of power unparalleled in American political history. The paper includes source material.
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"Initially, this strategy of presenting Bush to the American public as an icon was very successful, for conservative voters have always longed for an iconic leader who symbolizes positive American traits and characteristics. President Ronald Reagan fulfilled that longing a generation ago and has been deified ever since by conservatives as the ideal American president. For the same reason, George W. Bush was groomed and marketed to the public during his two terms as governor of Texas as the conservative heir of Ronald Reagan, and that effort continued throughout the early years of Bush's presidency."
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George H. W. Bush, the CIA and Presidency, 2008.
A look at George H. W. Bush's history in U.S. intelligence and its impact on his Presidency.
3,100 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 62.95
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The paper discusses how George H. W. Bush's position as director of the CIA greatly impacted his subsequent foreign policy decisions as President of the United States. The paper shows how this experience in the intelligence community enabled him to lead the United States to an impressive victory in Desert Storm and preside over the fall of communism in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union.
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Introduction
Hypothesis
George H. W. Bush as CIA Director
George H. W. Bush as President
Conclusion
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"Unlike many other presidents who failed to adequately understand and appreciate the vital importance of the intelligence community, George H. W. Bush had the highest regard for its fundamental contributions, prioritized intelligence gathering and analysis, and made his foreign policy decisions in strict accordance with intelligence community data and analysis. His firsthand experience with intelligence issues as Director of the CIA enabled him to serve with great distinction and effectiveness as President of the United States, and empowered him to overcome the challenges imposed by Iraqi aggression in the Middle East and the chaotic collapse of the Soviet Union."
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George W. Bush: Measuring the Man, 2001.
An application of James Barber's analysis from his book "Presidential Character" to George W. Bush. Includes details of George Bush's formative years.
1,660 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 7 sources, £ 36.95
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This essay applies the theories contained in Barber's book Presidential Character, to George W. Bush and investigates which personality profile he fits into. The author analyzes whether he is active, positive, passive or negative. Includes an in-depth look into the Bush's formative years.
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"In his book Presidential Character, James Barber outlines certain characteristics, traits and life experiences which he feels produce particular types of presidents. Depending on these characteristics, traits and experiences, he then provides the reader with four possible categories within which to place the candidate. By ascertaining which category a contender falls into, Barber maintains that society can and should judge their suitability for presidential office. A major element in ascertaining a candidate?s category is the study of their personality. Barber feels that personality is ?patterned?, meaning that character, worldview and style all work together in its creation. Once one has an in-depth knowledge of a candidate?s personality, one is able to analyze how they would react and interact with current world forces, events and issues. Barber also stresses the importance of researching the president?s childhood and the environment in which their personality was shaped, through to the initial important decisions made in adult life."
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The Presidency of George H. W. Bush, 2008.
An analysis of the success and failure of the presidency of George H. W. Bush.
2,170 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 46.95
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This paper examines some of the major events during George H. W. Bush's presidency. The paper analyzes his accomplishments during his presidency and explains that his influence was such that it is at times difficult to remember that he was only a one-term president. In fact, some of the events that took place during his presidency, as well as his response to them, are still having an effect today. The paper concludes that President George Herbert Walker Bush is an intriguing blend of both success and failure. The paper suggests that though his military actions were swift and apparently successful in terms of accomplishing certain set goals, they were not significant in reducing the overall problems in either Panama or Iraq.
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Major Events
Panama Invasion
The Savings and Loan Bailout Scandal
The Americans with Disabilities Act
The Collapse of the Soviet Union
Persian Gulf War
Success or Failure?
Conclusion
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"Even before Bush's presidency, Manuel Noriega was considered a serious problem. The Reagan administration had attempted to provide Noriega with aid for the Contras, which he then used to send illegal drugs into the United States (Childress 83). In addition, Noriega had already been found to be involved in money laundering for the considerable drug trade that went through Panama. Finally, this dictator was considered guilty of many human rights violations of his country's people. According to Ryan J. Barilleaux and Mark Rozell, George Bush himself expressed the desire to see Noriega removed from his position, in May 1989 and, for the reasons mentioned above, the American public favored his overthrow (28)."
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George W. Bush's Presidency, 2008.
An analysis of the failing of the presidency of George W. Bush, focusing on the war of terror.
2,453 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 51.95
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This paper discusses the presidency of George W. Bush, focusing on his failings, particularly with regard to the war on terror. The paper argues that Bush has proven himself to be an ineffective leader, but that his leadership failings are due to the extraordinary events that happened during his tenure. The paper suggests that in calmer times, he may well have been an unremarkable, adequate president.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The War on Terror
Patriot Act
Antagonizing Secular Society
Conclusion
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"Bush is a poor leader, and his presidency will be remembered for his ineffective handling of Iraq and American civil liberties. He has bungled a war, compromised his people's freedom, and created rifts within his own society. Even if he is not a deliberately treacherous individual, he is a menace to his country. He was not up to the job. It can only be hoped that in the future the Republican Party will forward a smarter, tougher, and more imaginative candidate.
"And yet, there is also the lingering anxiety that George W. Bush was not chosen because he had the capacity to be a strong president. Just like his father's Vice-President, Dan Quayle, Bush does not seem to have been chosen because he would be good at his job. Part of this suspicion is hinged on the bizarre fact that George W. was chosen to succeed his father in campaigning for the presidency. For one thing, George W. was a bad student in school, had a scanty political history, and was generally not much of a man to begin with. On the other hand, brother Jeb Bush is a career politician and regarded as intelligent."
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George W. Bush and His Rise to Power, 2004.
An examination of George W. Bush's sudden rise in popularity following the invasion of Iraq.
1,636 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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This paper discusses how, following the U.S. invasion of Iraq, the popularity of President George W. Bush rose to meteoric levels, despite having previously experienced mediocre support from the public. It attempts to explain this sudden surge in popularity by exploring two competing theories. It looks at how the classic "rally around the flag" theory is a viable option, as is the theory that the support of the President during times of national crisis comes about mainly through the selective flow of information through the media and other channels that is biased in favor of the President's policies.
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"The U.S. invasion of Iraq happened not long after the September 11,2001 terrorist attacks on America. Patriotic sentiments were already running very high at this time. The United State and its people were feeling a sense of solidarity as never before. We had been attacked as a nation, and there is nothing like an unprovoked attack on a whole nation to draw that nation together as one. All of a sudden, we were no longer individuals who wee American, we were American as a whole. When George W. Bush acted to take retaliatory measures against those who would have done us harm, we were behind him one hundred percent. He acted as a central rallying figure behind whom we could all throw our support to show our solidarity in the eyes of the world."
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George W. Bush and Aristotle, 2004.
An analysis of a speech by President George W. Bush using Aristotle's theory of rhetoric.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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This paper analyzes a 2002 speech by President George W. Bush using Aristotle's theory of rhetoric. It looks at Bush's appeal to ethos, pathos and logos. It also examines his use of rhetorical devices for persuading his audience that the war on terror is more than a government policy.
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"President George W Bush delivered an address on the South Lawn of the White House. The date was the six-month anniversary of the September terrorist attack on the United States. In the speech Bush appealed .."
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George W. Bush's Presidency Evaluation, 2005.
This paper evaluates the promises made by George W. Bush.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 27.95
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This paper looks at President George W. Bush's promises for his first and second terms of presidency. The writer discusses whether or not Bush has kept these promises. The paper examines the budgets for the two terms. The state of the current deficit is also discussed. In this article, the writer looks at how this deficit has impacted the poor and minorities.
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"In his first campaign, Bush made a number of promises, few of which have been kept. First he promised to put Medicare on firm financial ground and make prescription drugs available and affordable for every senior who needs them. Medicare costs have skyrocketed in the meantime and premiums rose greatly this year and a similar hike is expected next year. There is a prescription drug plan but it is confusing to understand, requires an enrollment fee and monthly premiums and only saves a small percentage of the ... "
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George W. Bush?s 20/9/01 Speech, 2002.
Provides a critical discourse analysis of George W. Bush's speech following the bombing of the World Trade Center.
15,690 words (approx. 62.8 pages), 79 sources, APA, £ 172.95
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The study provides an analysis of presuppositions and strategic functions in the speech delivered by George W. Bush nine days after the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon and some other US targets, Sept. 11, 2001. The tension between idealism and pragmatism, the conflict between ?us? and ?them? and some of the ideologies and power relationships in the speech are also explored.
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"Taking a great deal for granted and assuming familiarity with the history and current position of the US, bin Laden, al Qaeda and Taliban, ?Islamist? movements and the Arab-Israeli conflict, the present study analyzes presuppositions, salient metaphors and associated roles and strategic functions in this ?historic? speech in an attempt to understand some of the underlying ideologies and implicit claims made by Bush and the self and other representation in the speech. Moreover, the study explores some of the generic features of the speech ? what the speech has in common with other political speeches in general and with American political speeches in particular."
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George W. Bush, 2000.
This paper discusses George W. Bush's 2000 presidential campaign.
1,737 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 38.95
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This paper reviews Governor George W. Bush's presidential aspirations. This paper also gives a brief history of Bush's political career as well as detailing the political struggle between republican Bush and democrats Al Gore and Bill Bradley.
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"The real test will come in New Hampshire and Iowa, where Bush is already airing TV commercials. Some pundits have said that McCain should do well in New Hampshire because he tends to represent the hardened New England patriot more than Bush, who (so some critics are willing to publicize) was the pampered son who did some time but not anywhere close to where danger might occur. Forbes' money might also garner some votes in these very early primaries, but unofficial prognosticators claim it will be Bush-McClain at the end of the primary day, certainly in New Hampshire."
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Hurricane Katrina and George W. Bush's Ratings, 2006.
A reflection of Hurricane Katrina on George W. Bush's public relations ratings.
8,421 words (approx. 33.7 pages), 18 sources, APA, £ 123.95
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This paper discusses the implications of public relations regarding the Katrina disaster for President George W. Bush and the Republican Party.
This is in light of the fact that the public approval of the president's handling of his job and personal favorability ratings have declined to low levels among American voters. The Bush administration's decisions on the War in Iraq are increasingly unpopular among voters, with low approval rates of the president's handling of the war and deep doubts about the value of the war in relation to costs. The president's ratings have sharply declined as a result of the president's handling of Hurricane Katrina. The paper concludes that voters are increasingly dissatisfied with Bush's presidency. It is therefore clear that the Bush administration will have to work long and hard to come up with new ideas for improving the president's image or face an unsuccessful second term.
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Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Methodology and Data Collection
Results and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Appendices
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"In recent months, much of America's attention has been focused upon the tragedies associated with Hurricane Katrina's damage to Louisiana. Among the issues associated with the aftermath has been the performance of President George W. Bush and the federal government in responding to the catastrophe. Many national polls (Silverman, 2005, CBS News, 2005) have shown significant dissatisfaction with Bush's handling of the hurricane's damage."
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?1984? and George W. Bush, 2006.
Shows how George W. Bush's political agenda can be compared to Orwell's ideas in his novel, "1984".
1,392 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 32.95
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The paper shows that as President Bush moves to implement what he calls his "mandate," millions of Americans are confused as to why so many people have voted for a leader whose term was rampant with failures and deceptions. The paper argues that one can look to George Orwell's "1984" for some insight on Bush's tactic of perception management.
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"While the United States boasts that it is the most democratic nation, today's society is becoming increasing accepting of lack of privacy. Security systems are constantly being installed, and while no government institution monitors these systems consistently, they have access to them if desired. In addition, the police and other agencies can search homes and seize possessions if they feel they have a justified need."
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George W. Bush's Campaign, 2000.
A review of Texas Governor George W. Bush's nomination as Republican candidate for President.
2,068 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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Written before the U.S. Presidential election in 2000, this paper examines Bush?s platform, specifically highlighting where it deviates from Republican doctrine. The writer focuses on a number of issues relevant to the elections including education, taxes, foreign policy, the economy, defense budget, healthcare and campaign finance. The paper leans towards Bush as the longtime favorite for the 2000 Republican nomination for President. It claims his appeal has rested on the belief that he is a moderate Republican, and thus has the best chance of being elected.
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"At first glance, Bush seems to be treading on dangerous ground by suggesting that schools teach values, rather than parents. However, his proposals are so nebulous that it is impossible to tell exactly what he is suggesting. One clear part of Bush?s agenda seems to be his proposal that government encourage religious groups to take a more active role in America?s public schools. That, of course, would be unconstitutional, which raises the question of whether this is truly a sincere proposal or merely a bone to assuage religious conservatives."
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George W. Bush and the Media, 2005.
A review of several polls regarding the United States of America's presidential approval ratings and how those rating are affected by specific media stories.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 44.95
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This reports examines how public support for George W. Bush is affected by events such as the war on terrorism in Afghanistan, the war for oil in Iraq, and the devastating effects of the hijacked plane attacks on the United States. The Internet has become an excellent source for gathering data and opinion polls so this report utilizes the Roper Center web site to provide complete listings of various polls for the presidential job approval ratings over the course of George W. Bush's terms in office. The report also attempts to analyze how the media has influenced these approval polls and examines how the President's approval ratings fluctuate based on the media's coverage of events such as the war with Iraq, American military casualties because of the war in Iraq, the recent Abu Ghraib Prison scandal, or the capture of Saddam Hussein.
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"Then the events the events of September 11, 2001, occurred. The events associated with the September 11th terrorist attacks stunned the world and put the American people on high alert as the once great World Trade Center facility came crashing down in the blink of an eye. The American people and the media bond themselves to the man who many thought got his office by cheating only a few weeks before. President Bush's approval ratings reached record levels in the following days and weeks."
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