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The Effects of Cold War Speech in the Post-Cold War World: Identification of the Enemy in the War on Terror
Hays II, George Waight Secrest ; Drulák, Petr (advisor) ; Beneš, Vít (referee)
This work is a discursive analysis exploring the effects of US presidential Cold War speech on the identification of the "Enemy." It examines the usage of metaphors in key speeches from Truman, Eisenhower, Reagan, and G.H.W. Bush in order to determine the composition and evolution of the identity of the Cold War "Enemy." This identity is then compared and contrasted to that created by the usage of metaphors concerning the War on Terror by G.W. Bush. The theory of discursive analysis used in this work stems from beginnings in philosophy several decades old. Over time, the theory of discursive analysis was honed towards many different schools and areas of study. The specific branch which this work springs from holds that language shapes political and physical reality. Coming out of this theory, this work aims to explore whether or not exposure to Cold War rhetoric had an impact over time between different administrations as well as between different conflicts. The method of analysis is an adaptation of previous methods of metaphorical analysis. Eight general conceptual metaphors are chosen as a guiding structure throughout all of the speeches. Corresponding metaphorical expressions are then gathered according to the conceptual metaphor being analyzed. The frequency of metaphorical expressions, and the...
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Polemics about the negative and positive freedom in contemporary political philosophy
Smelík, Vít ; Znoj, Milan (advisor) ; Bíba, Jan (referee)
This thesis concentrates on the polemics about negative and positive freedom, which was initiated by Isaiah Berlin who considered this concept as important sign of liberal political theory. The author starts with the analysis of "Two Concepts of Liberty" by Isaiah Berlin, and then complements this analysis with the reflections of three more authors - Gerald MacCallum, Jr., Charles Taylor and Philip Pettit - who either wrote in direct reaction to Berlin's essay, or were indirectly influenced by it. The goal of the thesis is the confrontation of their conclusions with Berlin's original arguments and the demonstration of the author's own understanding of political liberty.
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Human being by Ibn Rushd and Maimonides
Kopecká, Pavlína ; Hogenová, Anna (advisor) ; Rybák, David (referee)
This thesis interprets the concept of human being in the work of Maimonides and ibn Rushd, two representatives of major Arab and Jewish medieval philosophy. It combines the ancient Greek philosophical tradition, especially Aristotle, with a religious context. When Maimonides and Ibn Rushd tried to harmonize these two traditions, they had to deal with many opposite views, that stemmed from the difference between religious and ancient world. Behind this intellectual ground have they created the original thesis and approaches to grasping reality, the world and the human being in it. The issue of human being is analyzed in three levels. The first level consists of the relationship between human being and creation, which addresses the question about origin of the world the human soul and the resurrection. The second level, i.e. the man and the world, is devoted to describing a scheme of the world, human knowledge and the theory of prophecy. Ethical and political views are analyzed on the third level, which represents the position of human being in relation to the polis. Keywords Ibn Rushd, Maimonides, Aristotle, Plato, neoplatonism, philosophy, religion, The Koran, Torah, human being, world, creation, eternity, soul, resurrection, emanation, knowledge, illumination, active intellect, prophecy, politics,...
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The influence of mobility on cultural diversity in unified Europe
Lekešová, Lucie ; Mucha, Ivan (advisor)
This dissertation thesis focuses on the European dimension of cultural diversity, migration, national and European identity, and the knowledge of languages. Languages help facilitating dialogue between cultures according to the strategic goals of the European Union (EU). It is continually difficult for European countries to find the rules of peaceful coexistence between the European and non-European cultures, ethnical groups and religions. In conclusion, a multicultural environment is formed. The EU is based on "unity in diversity", i.e. diversity of cultures, customs, as well as languages. The EU does not aim to erase the differences among individual states, but to support, preserve and honour them through its community programmes, political provisions and recommendations. This thesis is divided into two parts. The first one is the theoretical basis, which introduces the main terms in the area of cultural diversity, and national and European identity. This section also describes the concepts and strategies of the EU, which are then analyzed in the second portion, the empirical part. The chapter in the theoretical part focuses on cultural diversity while introducing cultural policies of the EU and its new strategy for culture in in the globalized world. Cultural diversity is a common denominator for...
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Weighted voting games and indexes of power
Schlosáriková, Eva ; Peliš, Michal (referee) ; Majer, Ondrej (advisor)
This thesis is an introducion to the theory of coalition games intended for readers oriented on formal disciplines (logic, mathematic, game theory) as well as on humanities (political science and sociology). Basic de nitions, characterization of voting systems, definition of weighted and unweighted voting systems are introduced. The next part of the thesis focuses on indexes of power (Shapley-Shubik, Banzhaf, Johnston, Deegan-Packel). The last part of thesis addresses the application indexes of power. Comparisons of indexes of the EU countries in decision-making proccesses of the Council of the European Union in accordance with the Treaty of Nice and the Treaty of Lisbon are presented.
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Czech POINT: monitoring of citizens' needs or interest group?
Karlík, Pavel ; Minárik, Pavol (advisor) ; Stočková, Olga (referee)
This bachelor thesis is focused on implementation of the Czech POINT system, Czech Posting Testing Informative National Terminal, into existence. This application should simplify common administrative processes in communication with institutions such as Trades Licensing or Land Register Offices. The thesis is based on the special interest group theory and searches for the answer to the question whether the Czech POINT application is as revolutionary simplification for user as presented or whether it is only a result of successful lobbying of the creators of the system. The aim is to uncover the effectiveness of the running Czech POINTs and determine whether the main interest in the system functioning is on the part of its users or of its suppliers by monitoring and comparing. This research shows absence of influence of interest groups whose activity could initiate to create the system. Satisfied users are satisfied voters and that has surely fulfilled aim of political authorities.
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Economic policies of Ronald W. Reagan in the 1980's
Kalousková, Radana ; Antoš, Ondřej (advisor) ; Urban, Luděk (referee)
This bachelor thesis deals with R. W. Reagan's economic policies in the 1980's in the United States of America. The first part characterize the economic situation in the 1970's and the deflection from the Keynesian doctrine. That is followed by the description of Reagan's personality, political campaign and theories Reaganomics was based on. The next part is focused in more detail on reforms and measures which were established. The last part deals with the impact Reaganomics had on the American economic development and with the evaluation of Reaganomics by economists.
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Political marketing: Analysis of the marketing strategy of Barack Obama before the presidential elections 2008
Hofmanová, Tereza ; Král, Petr (advisor) ; Tyl, Ondřej (referee)
The bachelor thesis analyses Barack Obama's pre-election campaign before the American presidential elections 2008. The first two chapters deal with theory of political marketing. The third chapter describes the specifics of American election system, which influence the pre-election campaign of the presidential candidates. The fourth chapter deals with the marketing aspects of Obama's pre-election campaign. It analysis the product "Barack Obama" with the help of SWOT analysis tools. Furthermore, it describes the target groups of the campaign and the tools Barack Obama's campaign used to target these groups. The thesis also identifies the particular marketing communication tools Barack Obama implemented in his campaign and focuses on their innovative usage. Distinctive emphasis is put on the communication with the generation millenials via the tools of internet and mobile marketing.
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The Chicago School of Economy Thought
Holčáková, Tereza ; Holman, Robert (advisor) ; Mičúch, Marek (referee)
The work inquires into one of the most famous schools of economic thougth, (which had been) founded in the second half of the 20th century. Liberal attitude and conservative wiews excercised by its members strongly oposes keynesianism and its politics of state influence on economics. Chicago school represents powerful ideological outlook, importance of which is expressed by a particular number of Nobel awards, earned by its representatives. This school has had a great impact on economic policy of many countries. Its representatives started applying economy in until that time non-typical areas, and by this set in motion further progress of economic theories. The main aim of my work is to impartially recapitulate main representatives and sum up their works, metodology , ideas and views and particularlly reflect their general relevance for the Word of today.
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Theory and praxis of medical professionals' information behaviour
Jarolímková, Adéla ; Papík, Richard (advisor) ; Vlasák, Rudolf (referee) ; Špála, Milan (referee)
There were huge changes in spreading and use of scientific medical information in last fifteen years due to development of new information and communication technologies and changes in medicine as well. The research described in this thesis adresses possible changes in information behaviour of physicians and other healthcare workers both abroad and in the Czech Republic. Foreign studies were reviewed and summarized. A survey method was used for the Czech research, the survey was spread with the help of medical libraries and information centers both in print and online version. 228 valid answers were collected. Several factors were supposed to influence information behaviour (age, sex, affiliation, healthcare occupation, job description), but only the influence of affiliation and occupation was confirmed. There were significant differences between information behaviour of physicians and nurses and between research workers and hospital employees. It can be said that information behaviour of healthcare workers is influenced by the character of their occupation, that entails responsibility for life and that demands both a lot of information and lifelong education. On the other hand the high workload does not offer enough time to saturate information needs. Emphasis is placed on reliability of resources, but...
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