Neo-Realism (Anarchy)

Answer the questions below on Neo-Realism (Anarchy)

1.  What is Neo-Realism in International Relations (IR) and how does it differ from Realism?

2.  What are some weaknesses in using only Neo-Realism to interpret IR?

3..  What is implied by anarchy and how does it relate to self-help and security dilemma?

4.  In which situations do states choose balancing; and in which do they choose bandwagoning?

5.  What are the factors that will affect a states threat level as identified by Walt and how does each factor into alliance forming?

6.  Are alliances based on ideology effective?  How has the United States faired in ideological alliances?

7.  How effective are bribery and penetration in building alliances?

8.  The events that have transpired over the last seven years do you agree with Waltzs article, Why Iran Should Get the Bomb?  Explain your reasoning.

group development

Please reflect on the group development phases you have underwent so far. That is, describe your experience with regard to your group’s (a) Forming, (b) Storming, (c) Norming, and (d) Performing.

At this point, it is likely that you will have more clarity to phases (a) through (c). In regard to performing (phase d), please describe your thoughts, feelings, or concerns for your groups ability to perform successfully in the coming 5 weeks. Identify the extent to which there are 1) uncertainties/gaps remaining in your collective vision, 2) primary and secondary tensions, and 3) structural or interpersonal obstacles that threaten your ability to accomplish your collective goal.

Please write this response in 300-400 words. 

A satirical paper about how Patriotism is closely related to Nationalism

I need a five page satirical paper about how Patriotism in America is closely related to Nationalism. I need various uses of irony, sarcasm, and non rational persuasion in the essay such as Argumentum ad populum, ad misericordium, ad baculum and ad se rem. It needs to have evidence quoted from credible sources cited in MLA format.

A satirical paper about how the NCAA is an awful organization.

I need a five-page satirical paper about the NCAA and how they use student-athletes for insane monetary gain. Use verbal irony and sarcasm to make it funny and witty. I also need you to use non-rational persuasion techniques such as Argumentum ad populum, ad misericordium, ad baculum or ad se rem.  It needs to have some research including 3 good sources and cited in MLA format. Talk about how the NCAA exploits student-athletes.