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Examples of political analysis I completed during my time at New York University, through projects that express my passion for political theory, international development, and justice.
"Coup Gone Wrong: How the U.S. Catalyzed the 1965 Dominican Civil War"
"Coup Gone Wrong: How the U.S. Catalyzed the 1965 Dominican Civil War"
An extensive research paper completed as part of my final semester at NYU under Professor Ruth Ben Ghiat, for her class on the history of military coups. It utilizes declassified CIA documents, primary and secondary sources, and human insight to examine U.S. Cold War foreign policy and its everlasting impacts.
"How Balcony Politics Defined Barcelona During The Spanish Civil War: Examining Spain's Working-Class City"
"How Balcony Politics Defined Barcelona During The Spanish Civil War: Examining Spain's Working-Class City"
Inspired by my time abroad in Spain, this paper explores the phenomenon of "balcony politics" in Barcelona during the Spanish Civil War, examining how balconies became powerful sites of political expression and surveillance. By analyzing photographs, personal testimonies, and urban geography, the research reveals how everyday architecture shaped public and private resistance. The study argues that balconies were not merely architectural features but critical stages for negotiating identity, allegiance, and visibility in a city at war.
"A False Consciousness: Explaining the Sweden Democrats' Rise in the Riksdag"
"A False Consciousness: Explaining the Sweden Democrats' Rise in the Riksdag"
This paper (completed during my time at NYU Madrid) examines the rise of the Sweden Democrats in a nation historically defined by progressive, welfare-oriented politics. It argues that the party’s success stems from its ability to weaponize political anxieties about immigration, nationalism, and EU influence during periods of socioeconomic crisis. By analyzing electoral trends and rhetorical strategies, the paper reveals how the Sweden Democrats positioned themselves as a compelling alternative to Sweden’s mainstream political establishment.
"The Most Prominent Phases in Spain's Transition to Democracy"
"The Most Prominent Phases in Spain's Transition to Democracy"
My research in this piece explores the most pivotal phases in Spain’s transition from dictatorship to democracy following the death of Francisco Franco in 1975. It analyzes the roles of King Juan Carlos I and Prime Minister Adolfo Suárez, as well as landmark events such as the 1977 Law of Political Reform, the first democratic elections, and the 1978 Constitution. Through historical and political analysis, the piece highlights how these developments laid the foundation for modern Spanish democracy.
"Indigenous Rights to Development in Guatemala: An Analysis of Colonial Impacts"
"Indigenous Rights to Development in Guatemala: An Analysis of Colonial Impacts"
This explorative research examines how Guatemala’s colonial legacy continues to shape the severe underdevelopment of Indigenous communities. Drawing from historical, socioeconomic, and policy analysis, I examine violations of land rights, healthcare disparities, and barriers to education, and propose development strategies centered on justice and inclusion. The piece advocates for Indigenous-led solutions and legal reforms to address centuries of systemic marginalization.
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