A Research Report on the First Social Science Policy Architect, Harry Alpert

Following the first part of Peter Ellis’s framework (2013The title of the paper clearly identifies the type of people whom the research is being applied to, the aim of the research and the methodology used. The title however does not state the main findings of the study. The author credentials were not really identified the names of the authors are written however there doesn’t seem to be any information on their qualifications but not professional background, current jobs or experience of doing similar research.

Leach, C. (1979). Introduction to statistics: A nonparametric approach for the social sciences. New York: Wiley.

This paper is a review of chapter’s one (1), two (2) and three (3) in Thomas A. Birklands (2016) fourth edition regarding policy process. The reading attempts to define and show what is meant by policy process, how government, politics and the public are intertwined, problems that are associated with the policy process and how we address the problems. Current day events as well as past history are applied to the practice of policy process which assists in defining the process and highlighting its connection and importance. Thomas A. Birklands refers to the Clinton administration, the Obama administration and the George W. Bush administration, the DARE Program, World War II, and the Vietnam War, in the chapters and leads us down a path discussing

The irony he pointed out, was that American truly can not be as truly virtuous as we claim to be, if we are truly as innocent as we pretend to be (Niebuhr, Pg. 19). After World War II, both the US and the Soviet Union emerged as the world’s two “superpowers” which would lead them into a fierce competition for political control over Europe and their resources. During the Cold War in the 1950s, the United States and the Soviet Union were involved in many covert conflicts that eventually shaped foreign policy during this war. Because decolonization was becoming popular in the 1950’s and 60’s, the US and Soviet Union directly competed for influence in many third world countries, such as in Guatemala, Iran, and Indochina. The US government use of the CIA to disrupt many governments with ties to communists in the 50s was their primary tactic in an aim to support the allied countries. With conflicts going over ideological territories, both countries undermined their own political ideologies in order to undermine their each

The professor sums up a theme common across all three texts discussed in class, the concept of Americans being “bankrupt of love” (Dauphinee, 4). This bankruptcy of love remains undiagnosed for much of the story, though is often hinted at. The professor bristles at any challenge to her book, the only true proof that she exists in the world she is so detached from and finds it hard to accept deviations from her clean-cut sense of ethics. Her strong adherence to her ethics is two-fold: an example of American arrogance and an indication of how adrift she is in the world, with only her work to provide an anchor. She remains loyal to her understanding of ethics because she considers herself an authority in the field, rightly so, and sees others as inferior to her in that respect. But she also uses her knowledge as a shield against the raw emotion of the outside world from which she feels disconnected. Any flaws in her analysis and understanding had to be disregarded or her sense of world order would crumble.

As with most of this book, the main supports that Bauerlein uses for his conclusion come in the form of statistics. As chapter 1 progresses, he cites more and more surveys, polls, and studies

My aim is to critically evaluate Hallett’s article; firstly, highlighting the limitations of her arguments and then the strengths.

By explaining the humanistic perspective proposed by him, the author convincingly demonstrates that sociology is more than its methods, such as surveying, or its theories. There are many sociological theories, but they all are part of the fundamental vision of all processes as the effects of human interactions. Berger (1963) often refers to his own experience of being a sociologist, and this adds reliability to his arguments. Also, despite beginning the book in a light and humorous manner, the author further turns to complicated scientific notions and perspectives; this shows his expertise and makes the book’s major thesis more persuasive.

During the late 1700’s and the early 1800’s, the United States were constantly under stress from tensions within their country. During these years, the nation was experiencing change at a rapid rate. Increasing industrialization led to a booming growth in population and urbanization. During this time, there were many things that divided the country. Some of those things were small, others divided the nation.

Analysis of how the article demonstrates a specific economic or social aspect of your selected topic:

The article “The whole point of detention for asylum seekers is horror ,whether it is acknowledged or not” written by Waleed Aly, and “Turn back to policy success” written by Gary Humphries, both examine the issue of asylum seekers and the Australian government’s response. In Aly’s article, the main contention was to inform us on the immoral environment of detention centres. Humphries’ article discusses how the turn back policy is a success and is effective in both keep asylum seekers and our countries boarders safe. Both authors offer arguments to support their respective views. The opinions expressed are controversial in that their is much debate amongst the population about the

The article does well provide details to support main point of the author argument. In fact, the usage of statistics and other people stories may reinforced the credibility of this article. Furthermore, because of the usage of clear language and key terms that were fine defined aids the readers in understanding the message of the text. The only downfall of the article is some of statistics is not well supported with evidence or a guidelines guiding us back the origins of these statistics, although the paper is not flawless, the overall strong point of it defeats it

The lady tasting tea takes the reader on a fascinating trip in the history of the statistical revolution. The contributions of many brilliant minds to the field of statistics as well as their personal lives and historical perspectives were described.

What are the main concepts presented in the article? What information is the author using, and what is its relationship to the main issue? Does the information used appear relevant, significant, valid, and sufficient for the conclusions being drawn? Do you have enough information to determine whether the information is relevant, significant, and valid?

However Mendelsohn and Von Hentig’s typology can be criticized due to the fact that they are merely based on their observations, Rather than a collective study of empirical evidence; or a reliable source which would consist of, a good amount of qualitative and or quantitative data, to produce a reliable outcome and source of information.