Academic papers on Presidential Studies (U.S.)

Why Lyndon Johnson was Rated Above Average in the Schlesinger Poll
This 7 page paper examines the legacy of LBJ and how he was rated by the Schlesinger poll. Some biographical information is included. Speculation as to why he was rated so highly is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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"The Reagan Revolution And The New Capitalism" - Critical Essay
3 pages in length. The basis of "The Reagan Revolution and the New Capitalism" as found in Major Problems in American History, volume 2 is to provide a better understanding of how Reagan - as well as Goldwater and Nixon before him - were placed in...
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FDR and Change
A 6 page paper which examines the changes Franklin D. Roosevelt brought to government. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Jefferson Davis: Civil War and Reconstruction
A 5 page paper which examines the role of Jefferson Davis during the Civil War and Reconstruction. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Why Thomas Jefferson Was a Great President
This 5 page paper argues that Jefferson is America's greatest president. Some controversial issues are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Thomas Jefferson: Aristocracy, Education, Elections And Government
8 pages in length. Jefferson's belief in a natural aristocracy served to influence his views on public education, elections and government in general in a tremendous way. Not only did he champion the cause against simulated aristocracy whereby the...
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Kennedy's Role in the Bay of Pigs Disaster
This 5 page paper examines this fiasco and blames Kennedy for the botched attack. The political situation is examined. Bilbiography lists 4 sources.
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President Jimmy Carter
In seven pages this paper examines the 1976 to 1980 presidency of Jimmy Carter. Three sources are cited in the bibliography and Turabian style footnotes are included.
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Speeches: Eisenhower and Kennedy
This 3 page paper compares and contrasts the Farewell Address of Dwight D. Eisenhower and the Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Ronald Reagan: Speech Comparison
5 pages in length. One of Ronald Reagan's many legacies is his ability to deliver a speech that inspires, educates and makes listeners feel as though he is talking directly to each one individually. His rapport with his constituency and the global...
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Lincoln and the Emancipation Proclamation
A 3 page paper which examines the history of Abraham Lincoln and the Emancipation Proclamation. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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American Political Thought: A Look at the Presidency of Ronald Reagan
This 10 page paper examines Ronald Reagan's ideas about economics and the military. His stint as president is examined. Research is provided to support the assumptions. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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John Edwards: An Overview of a Presidential Candidate
This 4 page paper examines the John Edwards candidacy of the 2008 election. This piece is written shortly after he drops out of the race. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Presidential Persuasion
This 3 page paper focuses on the use of persuasion by presidents. Neustadt's ideas are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A Re-evaluation of the John Adams Presidency
This 3 page paper examines the success of the second president of the United States. It is argued that he has been criticized unfairly. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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