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09375. WHO'S RUNNING AMERICA? THE CONSERVATIVE YEARS BY THOMAS R. DYE. Critique and analysis of this social science book which argues that real power in America derives from the control of institutions. Compares Dye's theory of institutional elitism with traditional pluralist viewpoints. Criticizes the author's bias and the study methodology which relies upon an outdated database. 5 pages, 6 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.   $35
 
09326. THOMAS JEFFERSON, DEMOCRAT OR HYPOCRITE? A semantical debate presenting two contrary positions: 1) Jefferson was a democrat; 2) Jefferson's behavior was antithetical to the democratic beliefs he espoused. Concludes that overwhelming evidence suggests Jefferson was a democrat. 8p. 9f. 9b.   $56
 
09310. DRUGS AND CRIME AS PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN ISSUES. Articulates and critiques the campaign promises of Bush and Dukakis regarding what each would do about the drug-crime problem. 6p. 8f. 8b.   $42
 
09304. THE AMERICAN COMMUNIST PARTY AND POLITICAL REPRESSION IN THE 1920S. A case study of the 1926 Supreme Court decision (Whitney vs. California) on the conviction for Communist Party membership of Anita Whitney. 13p. 15f. 6b.   $91
 
09295. FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. A comprehensive look at foreign investment in America. Details the size and distribution of foreign direct, portfolio, banking and real estate investment; plots trends and growth of foreign ownership, and describes the legal restrictions on that ownership and proposals for new regulations. 20p. 39f. 10b.   $133
 
09271. PRINT ADS IN THE 1988 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION. A comparison of print ads of the two parties in 1988; declining media expenditures and more aggressive local mailings are noted. 7p. 13f. 7b.   $49
 
09262. TACTICS USED BY BUSINESS IN THE POLITICAL PROCESS. Describes the tactics used by business in the political process, from PAC contributions and bribery to lobbying, political organization of interest groups, and appeals to the judicial systems. 10p. 7f. 4b.   $70
 
09234. ASIAN AMERICANS AND VOTING. Discusses current levels of political and voting participation among Asian Americans. Explores reasons for Asian American's lack of direct participation in the political process. 4 pages, 8 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.   $28
 
09220. "FILIPINO AMERICANS AND THE MARCOS OVERTHROW: THE TRANSFORMATION OF POLITICAL CONSCIOUSNESS." Analysis and review of this article from Amerasia which contends that Filipinos in the U.S. became a basis for the overthrow of the Marcos regime. Analyzes author's viewpoint, study methodology, and makes suggestions for improvement. 5 pages, 9 footnotes, l bibliographic source.   $35
 
09219. BACKYARD REVOLUTION: UNDERSTANDING THE NEW CITIZEN MOVEMENT BY HARRY BOYTE. An analysis of the major themes in Boyte's book which chronicles his activities as a worker in grassroots political organizations from 1959 to 1979. Contends that Boyte, like E.F. Schumacher and Jeremy Rifkin, favors the development of a small, community-organized economic model with decentralized control. 6p. 6f. 4b.   $42
 
09218. A WINNING STRATEGY FOR THE DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE IN THE 1988 PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN. Outlines a tentative campaign strategy for the Democratic candidate (assumes that Dukakis is the candidate) in the 1988 race. Presents an overview of the campaign, an assessment of the opposition (Bush) and an analysis of public opinion concerning the candidates. Recommends that Dukakis highlight the weak points of the opposition and select a vice-presidential candidate not currently in the race. 6 pages, 9 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.   $42
 
09217. THE "GUNS VS. BUTTER CONTROVERSY": A MODEST PROPOSAL. Considers the components of the classic hawk/liberal budget controversy. Argues that in order to balance the budget, a $200 billion cut is mandated for both sides of the equation. 5 pags, 0 footnotes, 0 bibliographic source.   $35
 
09216. THE NEW POLITICS OF INEQUALITY BY BYRNE EDSALL. A summary, analysis, and evaluation which argues that since the early 1970s, there has been a steady and significant increase in the political cohesion and effectiveness of the economic elites. The analysis challenges Edsall's prediction that the Republican-business-conservative coalition will endure and grow more powerful. 5p. 0f. lb.   $35
 
09215. EXECUTIVE VS. LEGISLATIVE: THE PRESIDENT IS TOO POWERFUL. Using evidence from events during President Reagan's involvement in iran-Contra and the likelihood of his granting a pardon for the defendants, the essay argues that the president is too powerful. The excess of power comes both from a misinterpretation of the Constitution and from flaws in the Constitution itself. 10 pages, 17 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
09213. U.S.-ISRAELI ALLIANCES. An analysis of the pivotal role of the so-called Israel Lobby (AIPAC and the Jewish Conference) in maintaining strong U.S.-Israel political alliances. 9 pages, 13 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.   $63
 
09188. MEDICARE'S DIAGNOSIS RELATED GROUPS (DRGS) AND PAYMENTS TO HOSPITALS. A comprehensive investigation exploring the economic, ethical and medical implications of the DRG system from a legal perspective. Following a general review of the rationale underlying the DRG system, considers the inherent problems in the system and the basis and precedents for litigation. Particular attention is devoted to the special vulnerability of and potential defenses for the elderly. 40p. 131f. 79b.   $133
 
09164. REVEREND JESSE JACKSON'S USE OF THE MEDIA. Explores Jackson's use of the media and Jackson's treatment by the media during the 1988 presidential campaign. Concludes that while Jackson has been treated with "kid gloves" by the media, he has not made effective use of his media coverage during the campaign. 5 pages, 8 footnoes, 6 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
09157. THE 1987 SAN FRANCISCO MAYORAL ELECTION. Analyzes the outcome of the 1987 mayoral race with a focus on run-off candidates Art Agnos and John Molinari. Concludes that Agnos' saavy in capitalizing on Molinari's attacks (both against Agnos and Boas) and Molinari,s failure to paint a clear picture of his stance on the issues were decisive factors in the outcome of the election. 5p. 12f. 12b.   $35
 
09156. IMPACT OF THE WAR IN VIETNAM. The long-term effects of America's war in Vietnam are considered in terms of casualties and costs, international prestige, domestic unrest and social division; the effects on the Vietnamese economy and society are also noted. 7p., 8f., 4b.   $49
 
09152. FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT. A brief biography of the 32nd President, Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Covers his early career, his initial election to the Presidency, and highlights of significant events in his Administration. 6 pages, 8 footnotes 5 bibliographic sources.   $42
 
09149. "THE AGE OF REFORM: FROM BRYAN TO F.D.R." BY RICHARD HOFSTADER. A critical review of the historian's analysis of three major "movements" between 1890 and 1940: Populism, Progressivism, and New Deal liberalism. 7 pages, 0 footnotes, l bibliographic source.   $49
 
09137. NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL POLICY IN THE U.S. Argues that the U.S. needs to abandon its laissez-faire approach to its national industrial development and adopt a formalized national policy along the lines of Japan and West Germany. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
09122. RANDOM DRUG TESTING SHOULD BE ALLOWED. Argues that a compelling state interest, arising out of the need to preserve public safety, exists for drug testing of employees. Includes a refutation of the opposing position. 5 pages, 9 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
09121. "MONEY AND JUSTICE: WHO OWNS THE COURTS?" BY LOIS FORER. Review and analysis of Forer's book which argues for a complete restructuring of the U.S. judicial system. The author, a trial judge, criticizes law schools, attorneys, judges and the system itself. 6 pages, 6 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.   $42
 
09101. THE SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND THE FINANCING OF SMALL BUSINESS. Considers the status of small business in the U.S. economy today, and how it has changed over the past few decades. The analysis then focuses on the SBA, describing its structure and the services it provides to small business. 15p. 16f. 11b.   $105
 
09027. MOUNTING A CAMPAIGN FOR HANDGUN CONTROL. The organization and research tactics involved in mounting a political campaign for handgun control are outlined in this study. 9 pages, 10 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.   $63
 
09011. CHINESE IMMIGRANTS. Examines the history of Chinese immigration to the U.S. in terms of its causes and effects. Considerable attention is devoted to the negative American reaction (social and political) to the Chinese immigrant and the Exclusion Act of 1882. 10 pages, 9 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
09010. ROOSEVELT'S POLICY ON JEWISH REFUGEES. An indepth analysis of the ways in which Franklin D. Roosevelt reacted, or failed to react, to Hitler's policy on Jews from 1938 through World War II. The investigator concludes that Roosevelt's policies in this regard fell far short of moral, social and political imperatives. 20 pages, 28 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources.   $133
 
08982. ARTICLE REVIEW: "ASIAN AMERICAN POLITICS: AN AGENDA FOR RESEARCH." Critical review of this 1986 article in Amerasia which explores Asian American participation in electoral politics through an analysis of voter registration, party affiliation and political power. 7p..7f. lb.   $49
 
08981. THE PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN OF PAT ROBERTSON. Profiles GOP presidential candidate Pat Robertson and assesses his chances for nomination. Covers the candidate's personal background and politics and profiles his campaign thus far. Concludes that Robertson is not likely to be elected. 8p. 14f. 15b.   $56
 
08980. COVERT OPERATIONS AND U.S. INTELLIGENCE POLICY. Reviews and discusses U.S. covert operations from World War II through the recent Iran-Contra activities. Includes discussions of the legal basis for CIA activities and the global implications of these activities. 10p., 15f., 5b.   $70
 
08977. REFUGEES AND HUMAN RIGHTS. Analyzes the treatment of refugees from Central and South American countries who claim sanctuary in the U.S. Considers arguments for and against the sanctuary movement and concludes that the sanctuary movement is justified under the terms of the U.S. Constitution. 7p. 7f. 2b.   $49
 
08974. SURROGATE MOTHERING SHOULD BE OUTLAWED. After a brief examination of the history and legal status of surrogate motherhood, this essay makes a strong moral and social argument against the practice. 7p., 9f., 13b.   $49
 
08973. IS GENETIC ENGINEERING ETHICALLY PERMISSIBLE? After a review of the arguments for and against genetic engineering, this essay concludes that while the science of genetic engineering holds many promises for improvements in agricultural productivity and disease control, it nevertheless presents a serious threat to individual freedoms and rights of privacy. 7p., 13f., 10b.   $49
 
08922. IRANGATE: CRIMINAL LAW, CONSTITUTIONAL ISSUES. The issues of presidential war powers, Congressional advice and consent, and Congressional oversight of intelligence activities are reviewed in this study. 11 pages, 11 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.   $77
 
08904. THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE NEW IMMIGRATION LAW. Considers the history, political and social background to the Simpson-Rodino Immigration and Control Reform Act of 1986. The analysis contends that the new Act has thus far been a failure in terms of enforcement and will ultimately have a negative economic impact. 14p. 18f. 11b.   $98
 
08899. THE U.S. POSTAL SERVICE AND THE LAW. Presents an overview of the rationale for and arguments against the conference of a monopoly to the U.S. Postal Service for letter delivery and examines the purpose for and activities of the law enforcement and security arm of the Postal Service. 8p. 13f. 10b.   $56
 
08867. DRUG TESTING OF EMPLOYEES. First-person discussion of the pros and cons of drug testing of employees by business and government. The paper takes a strong stand against unilateral mandatory drug testing of employees. 6 pages, 6 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.   $42
 
08857. STATUS OF ANTI-DISCRIMINATION LEGISLATION. Describes and assesses legislation implemented to protect minorities. Reviews major court cases and discusses recent changes/decisions in affirmative action. The issue of reverse discrimination is also discussed. 10p. 18f. 18b.   $70
 
08743. WOODROW WILSON'S DIPLOMACY BY ORDEAL. An analysis of Wilson's role in the formulation of American foreign policy during and immediately after World War I. Considers both the orthodox interpretation offered by Harley Notter that Wilson sought to produce a radical reform of American foreign policy establish the America's hegemony in world politics and the "revisionist" view offered by Herbert hence subject to undue influence from his political counterparts. Argues that Wilson's idealistic pretensions and indecisive diplomacy served as formative factors in the subsequent and often tragic history of American interventionism. 10 pages, 22 footnotes in text, 20 bibliographic references.   $70
 
08727. GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS PROCUREMENT. Compares and contrasts the procurement practices of private business with those of the United States government, particularly the Department of Defense. The reasons behind these differences are explored, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the differing procedures. 10 pages, 20 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
08715. FARM LAND CONVERSION IN THE BAY AREA. The problem of farm land conversion to industrial and residential use is studied in the nine county Bay Area. Preservationist, development, and controlled growth viewpoints are analyzed, and a stronger regional planning policy is advocated. 15p. 20f. 18b.   $105
 
08712. A TALE OF TWO COUNTRIES: A COMPARISON OF AMERICAN AND INDIAN INDEPENDENCE FROM BRITAIN. A comparison between the American struggle for independence from Great Britain that ended in 1783 and the process that culminated in India's independence from Great Britain in 1947. Argues that in each case, the British planted the seeds of democracy and the desire for independence in its colonies. 10p. 23f. 15b.   $70
 
08709. THE HUB-AND-SPOKE CONCEPT IN AIRLINE DESIGN. Describes the evolution and structure of hub and spoke airline routing system following 1978 airline deregulation. Discusses marketing and economic advantages to airlines in using the system as well as negative revenue impact on airports resulting from the system. A cost analysis study revealed that as hubs become more congested and are subject to increased airline competition, they lose their cost effectiveness. 20 pages, 38 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources.   $133
 
08701. THE TRUMAN ADMINISTRATION. Reviews the actions and political effectiveness of president Truman from the perspective of Robert J. Donovan's portrait of the Truman administration, Conflict and Crisis. 5p. 0f. 1b.   $35
 
08684. AN ANALYSIS OF THE PUBLIC SECTOR'S RESPONSE TO THE PSYCHO-SOCIAL NEEDS OF AIDS PATIENTS. Examines the psychological and social needs of AIDS patients and their caregivers as well as the State and medical community responses to those needs. Concludes with a class analysis of the power hierarchy involved in AIDS care. 13p. 28f. 26.   $91
 
08678. MANDATORY AIDS TESTING -- AN ETHICAL ISSUE. An examination of the issues involved in whether or not a universal, mandatory AIDS testing program should be implemented in the U.S. Concludes that mandatory AIDS testing is morally wrong and a violation of rights to privacy. 7p. 14f. 7b.   $49
 
08677. RELIGION IN POLITICS. Analyzes the political influence of the new religious right, investigates Fundamentalism's attack on 'secular' humanism in the schools and Falwell's and Robertson's support of nuclear proliferation. 10p. 19f. 15b.   $70
 
08676. POLLUTION PROBLEMS AND PUBLIC POLICY. Examines environmental protection issues as a worldwide problem calling for cooperative international action. The U.S., particularly under the Reagan administration, has created a negative effect on world pollution control policy implementation. 9p. 23f. 15b.   $63
 
08666. MORAL ISSUES IN ALTERNATIVE BIRTH METHODS. Explores the major moral issues present in the use of alternative birth methods and the various positions of the principal groups involved in the debate. 10p. 17f. 9b.   $70
 
08664. TRANSFORMATIONS IN THE PROGRESSIVE AND RADICAL MOVEMENTS, 1900-1940. Analyzes the changes that took place within the progressive and radical movements in the first decades of this century and argues that the progressive spirit was broken by the necessary accommodation of working class peoples to a new set of circumstances in the United States. 7 pages, 8 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.   $49
 
08622. BROADCAST DEREGULATION AND TRAFFICKING. An analysis of broadcast deregulation measures which have directly affected the increase in volume of station sales. Considers the reaction to deregulation among FCC officials and congressional representatives. The purpose of the analysis is to arrive at a decision as to whether or not the three-year rule rescinded in 1982 should now be reinstated. 8p. 14f. 10b.   $56
 
08621. BROADCAST DEREGULATION AND TRAFFICKING: IMPACT ON THE PUBLIC TRUST. Examines the implications of broadcast deregulation on station trafficking (buying and selling short term) and ownership and its concomitant impact on broadcasting's service to the public. Arguments both for and against the new deregulation policy are examined and analyzed. 10p. 20f. 21b.   $70
 
08620. UTAH'S "CABLE PORN" CASE. Examines the central issues, background information, arguments, and outcome of a challenge to cable programming content in Utah. First Amendment rights and the ramifications involved in attempting to control or regulate those rights are considered. 8p. 12f 9b.   $56
 
08619. LAISSEZ-FAIRE. Analyzes the doctrine of laissez-faire from the perspective of Piven and Cloward's book, The New Class War. Argues that the Reagan administration's economic policies are part of a strategy to increase big business profits. 5p. 7f. 1b.   $35
 
08597. EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA. Constructs a disaster planning scenario for an 8.3 magnitude earthquake in the Bay Area. Transportation, communication and building structures are reviewed. Socioeconomic impact on the area is examined. 15p. 16f. 14b.   $105
 
08569. CAPITALISM AND FREEDOM BY MILTON FRIEDMAN. Summary review and analysis of Friedman's 1962 book which asks the question, "How can we benefit from the promise of government while avoiding the threat to freedom?". 5p 4f. 1b.   $35
 
08545. GLOBALISM VERSUS REALISM: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS' THIRD DEBATE BY MAGHROORI AND RAMBERG. Reviews and analyzes four articles in this study of order and disorder in world politics. The focus is on global politics and transnational economic relations. 10p. 4f. 1b.   $70
 
08544. EDUCATION OF THE DEAF. 10p. 15f. 14b. See section 8B.   $70
 
08542. THE NEW INDUSTRIAL STATE BY JOHN KENNETH GALBRAITH. Summary review and analysis of Galbraith's 1967 book which portrays the industrial state as a highly technological and technologically dependent, capital intensive and well-planned social and political mechanism. 5 pages, 6 footnotes in text, 1 bibliographic source.   $35
 
08538. GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING. Explains the concept of governmental accounting, comparing and contrasting it with commercial accounting, and using the near bankruptcy of New York City as an example. Details accounting for the general fund, capital projects, debt service funds, and general fixed assets. Concludes with a discussion of government auditing. 17 pages, 37 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.   $119
 
08531. SHOULD EMPLOYEE DRUG TESTING BE MANDATORY? Explores the issues surrounding mandatory employee drug testing. Argues that such testing should not be mandatory on the basis of Fourth Amendment rights, legal precedents, inaccuracy of testing procedures, and the failure of tests to measure job impairment. Opposing arguments are discussed. 11 pages, 23 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources.   $77
 
08522. A CASE OF DISCRIMINATION. Examines the case of the E.E.O.C. vs. Sears, Roebuck and Company for which the E.E.O.C. is currently preparing an appeal. The case focuses on Sears' allegedly discriminatory practices regarding the recruitment, hiring, and promotion of women. Considers historical background and compares arguments from each side of the issue. 18p. 25f. 16b.   $126
 
08519. SEXUAL HARASSMENT: IMPLICATIONS OF VINSON VERSUS TAYLOR. Explores the particulars and ramifications of this case which involved a female employee's charge that her male supervisor at a Washington, D.C. bank had sexually harassed her. Definitions of sexual harassment, historical background, and arguments from both sides are considered. 9p. 14f. 8b.   $63
 
08514. DEVELOPMENT OF AN AGENCY FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. Provides a descriptive summary of a proposed agency for children and families. Includes an analysis of the external environment, agency organization, agency goals and objectives, control methods, and budget. 10p. 0f. 0b.   $70
 
08512. DAY CARE IN THE UNITED STATES. Proves an overview of the development of the day care system in the United States, including information about its history, present components of the system, future trends, and a visit to one typical day care center. Problems are analyzed and possible solutions proposed. 25p. 30f. 14b.   $133
 
08511. PROPOSAL: ORGANIZATION OF AN EMPLOYMENT TAX INFO LINE. A descriptive summary of a proposed employment tax information line. Covers the agency organization, agency goals and objectives, limiting factors, and leadership and control within the agency. Includes an organizational chart. 12p. 3f. 9b.   $84
 
08510. STAR WARS: CAN THE STRATEGIC DEFENSE INITIATE PROTECT US FROM NUCLEAR WAR? Reviews the drawbacks to President Reagan's SDI proposals, from technological, negotiating and strategic viewpoints. 5p. 5f. 4b.   $35
 
08505. IMPACT OF THE VIETNAM WAR ON AMERICAN SOCIETY AND POLITICS DURING THE 1960'S. This essay discusses the immediate impact of civil disturbances, college demonstrations, and domestic political upheaval during the 1960s as a result of the Vietnam War as well as the long-term effects, such as post-traumatic stress syndrome in returning soldiers and the American public’s loss of confidence in government and military. Keywords: war protest sixties anti-war students. 5 pages, 2 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
08503. THE "OLD LEFT" OF THE 1920S VERSUS THE "NEW LEFT" OF THE 1960S. An essay comparing the themes, levels of participation, and reactions in the leftist movements in the 1920s versus the leftist movement in the 1960s. The later movement is seen as much more of a popular, and less of an intellectual, occurrence. 5 pages, 4 footnotes, 1 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
08501. THE PRIVATIZATION OF THE U.S. POSTAL SERVICE. An investigation which traces the rationale behind, the justification for, and the possible barriers to the privatization of the U.S. Postal Service, beginning with first-class letter service. 10p. 15f. 9b.   $70
 
08456. PROPOSAL FOR A COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER. Grant proposal for the funding, construction and operation of a small community recreation center. Rationale for, objectives and goals, and budget are included. 10 pages, 8 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
08455. PROPOSAL FOR A SMALL COMMUNITY LIBRARY AND LEARNING CENTER. Establishes the community educational need and presents a design plan for a small community library. Goals and objectives, administrative design, operational procedures, and budget are presented. 10p. 10f. 11b.   $70
 
08423. ABORTION: THE PRO-CHOICE ARGUMENT. Presents a summary and analysis of the arguments for the pro-choice position in the abortion debate. Examines the major political, legalistic, economic and ethical rationale behind the argument and attempts to demonstrate the fallacy behind the antiabortion pro-life position. 10 pages, 14 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
08407. COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS: ITS PURPOSE AND LIMITATIONS. An examination of how cost-benefit analysis relates to public finance and expenditures. Analyzes the technique's theoretical foundations as well as its benefits and limitations. 10 pages, 31 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
08406. THE POLITICAL CAREER OF EDWARD M. KENNEDY. TRACES THE POLITICAL CAREER OF EDWARD M. KENNEDY AS A NEW DEAL DEMOCRAT FROM 1962 UP TO THE PRESENT TIME. 6p. 8b.   $42
 
08405. CUTTING SOCIAL SECURITY. Analyzes the possibilities of cutting Social Security outlays and their effect on the reduction of the budget deficit and the U.S. economy as a whole. Argues that a reduction in Social Security outlay would not only contribute to curb the U.S. budget deficit but would also have a positive impact on the economy as a whole. 10p. 24f. 12b.   $70
 
08404. U.S. SPACE SHUTTLE CHALLENGER 1986 DISASTER. Examines the public policy issues raised by the January 28, 1986 explosion of the U.S. space shuttle Challenger. Argues that the cost of manned space flight is not commensurate with the relatively tiny increase in useful scientific and economic benefits of such efforts. 10 pages, 8 footnotes in text, 6 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
08403. THE PRESIDENT'S STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS: A RHETORICAL ANALYSIS. Synopsis and analysis of Reagan's February 4, 1986 State of the Union Address. Includes an analysis of ethos, analysis of pathos, and an examination of public reaction and ethical evaluation. 10 pages, 7 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.   $70
 
08402. THE ROLE OF BUSINESS IN POLITICS. Discusses the mercantile and the Constitutionalist models for the relationship between business and government. From this foundation, the growing presence of corporate Political Action Committees (PACS) as a government and a business response to the constraints of the constitutionalist model is assessed. 9p. 13f. 10b.   $63
 
08401. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: OUTGROWTH OF POLICY AND FUTURE OUTLOOK. Examines the evidence supporting the argument that black men, more than any other designated minority group, have benefitted from EEO legislation. Real gains can be measured in terms of share in the labor force, earning power, and profiting from reverse discrimination. 8p. 16f. 15b.   $56
 
08400. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY. Argues that women, more than any other designated minority group, have benefitted the most from EEO legislation. Takes a historical perspective, examining the percentage of women in the labor force and the growing earning power of women over a 20+ year period. 8p. 10f. 7b.   $56
 
08399. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION IN THE UNITED STATES. Traces the development of affirmative action, from its inception in EEO legislation through the challenges to its legality brought by businesses and individuals, and up to recent trends and new legislation. Three recent Supreme Court cases are examined. 25p. 58f. 33b.   $133
 
08398. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ECONOMIC STATUS AND POLITICAL PARTY AFFILIATION. Examines the fallacies and truism present in the assumption that Republicans tend to be from the upper classes. Voting patterns between 1932 and 1976 are analyzed. 5 pages, 8 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
08397. FORMATION OF THE TWO PARTY SYSTEM. Examines the historical evidence suggesting that differences over foreign policy proved decisive in the formation of America's first two political parties, the Federalists and the Republicans. 12p. 17f. 5b.   $84
 
08365. VAN ALSTYNE'S VIEW OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Essay on historian Van Alstyne's theories on the causes and objectives of the American Revolution which run contrary to the commonly held viewpoint that if the well-known events leading up to Lexington and Concord had not occurred, no revolution would have taken place. Recaps from three of his most famous works: Empire and Independence, Genesis of American Nationalism, The Rising American Empire. 5 pages, 3 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
08357. MULTINATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. Traces the history and development of multinationals and considers the effect of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Includes a discussion of the concept of economic distance as the foundation of multinationals. 8p. 9f. 8b.   $56
 
08348. EFFECTS OF AN INCREASE IN CORPORATION TAXES UPON AMERICAN BUSINESS. Reviews the effects of present U.S. corporate tax system on government revenues and analyzes three popular reform proposals and their domestic and international consequences. 12 pages, 24 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.   $84
 
08299. FRANCES PERKINS. A brief biography of the life, political career, and social accomplishment of Frances Perkins, America's first woman cabinet member. Discussion highlights include her activities in labor law and social security. 5p. 9f. 2b.   $35
 
08298. DEMOCRACY IN THE UNITED STATES BY ROBERT DAHL. Review of Dahl's book which explores interrelated political principles which form the foundation for American democracy: citizen equality, equal opportunity, citizen participation, and majority rule. Also considered are Dahl's criticisms of the U.S. system. 8p. 15f. 5b.   $56
 
08236. RADIO, TELEVISION, CROSS AND MULTIPLE OWNERSHIP. An investigation tracing the history of FCC deregulation with particular attention devoted to the regulations involving cross and multiple ownership of radio and TV stations. Arguments for and against deregulation decisions are presented. 10p. 19f. 15b.   $70
 
08186. HISTORY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION. Traces the legal inception of AA from the Civil Rights Act of 1964 through the administrative modifications of the policy under Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter, and Reagan. Presents the argument for and against Affirmative Action programs. 6 pages, 12 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources.   $42
 
08168. SAN FRANCISCO'S COMPARABLE WORTH CASE. Case study of San Francisco Ordinance No. 170-85 (enacted March 25, 1985) regarding comparable worth pay for clerical workers employed by the City of San Francisco. Presents historical background, discussion of related cases, arguments in favor and arguments against. 11p. 16f. 11b.   $77