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This paper discusses Afghanistan and the Muslim religion, specifically the resurgence of the Taliban in Afghanistan in recent months.

A discussion on reasons for the increase in immigration to California.

A discussion regarding global warming and the development of possible alternative sources of energy.

An argument on the effectiveness of the death penalty in preventing certain criminal acts.

This paper discusses the internal ethics regarding the problem of sexual harassment in the workplace.

A presentation of an interview with a Chinese-American woman, Eileen Lui.

This paper discusses the controversial topic of euthanasia and includes the related moral implications.

This paper examines whether video games promote real-life violence.

This paper argues in favor of the death penalty, citing the Bible as giving legitimacy to this outlook.

This paper examines the Iraq war's costs and impact on the United States' economy.

An in-depth discussion regarding the threat of agroterrorism.

This paper examines the impact of diversity on the fire service.

A discussion of the ethical dilemmas facing doctors and nurses when discussing euthanasia.

A discussion regarding fragmentation and political realignment, focusing on US politics.

A discussion regarding the history, social impact and efficacy of affirmative action policies.

This paper explores the controversial issue of capital punishment.

This paper discusses the issue of stem cell research from the political, scientific and religious aspects.

This paper explores what standards are in place to define and condemn sadism in wartime.

An analysis of the debate over the medical advancement issues versus the ethical issues of stem cell research.

An examination of the ethics of euthanasia using the Jeremy Bentham's principle of utility from 'An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation'.

A discussion regarding the legal and ethical issues surrounding workplace drug testing.

This paper examines the issue of gay marriage from a philosophical viewpoint.

The paper explores the relationship between the ethical theories of Plato's "Republic" and the ethics of warfare and counter-terrorism.

An analysis of the dilemmas facing the Catholic Church in cases of abortions to protect the mother.

A review of Samuel Huntington's book, 'The Clash of Civilizations'.

This paper argues that surrogate motherhood is an appropriate and ethical consideration for childless couples.

This paper provides an analysis of the sociology of abortion and looks at abortion rights among women.

This paper discusses the issue of immigration and its positive effects on America's economy.

A review and discussion regarding the case of Gonzales v. Oregon.

This paper explores the arguments for and against domestic spying that was legalized by the Patriot Act.

This paper explores capital punishment as a form of retributive justice.

This paper examines the issue of drug testing and looks at this subject, in particular, in the workplace.

An examination of globalization and its benefits versus the harm it causes.

An in-depth analysis of the post Cold War US deterrence strategies.

A discussion regarding the issues surrounding organ donation.

An analysis of the history and effectiveness of juvenile capital punishment.

This paper discusses the controversial issue of euthanasia, or mercy killing.

A discussion regarding the controversial issue of cloning.

A discussion on human trafficking and the international response to the problem.

This paper explains that the majority of scientists agree that global warming is the result of human activity, primarily the burning of fossil fuels.

This paper discusses the inability of affirmative action to make a significant difference against racism in America today.

A discussion regarding the contentious issue of whether or not abortion can ever be justified.

An analysis of globalization and how it relates to state security.

An analysis of the effects of global warming on plant and animal life.

This paper discusses set-aside programs and argues that they are morally unacceptable.

A look at human trafficking, a modern day version of traditional slavery.

This paper explores the moral questions concerning euthanasia.

Questions whether anthrax is a dangerous weapon.

An argument for the continued legality of first trimester abortions.

A discussion regarding how to absorb immigrants successfully into American society and to educate American values.

An analysis of the article, "The Dutch Experience" by Herbert Hendin that discusses the legally sanctioned practice of euthanasia in the Netherlands.

This paper examines immigrant life and economy in early 20th century America.

This paper analyzes an article "Counterrevolution in Military Affairs" by Ralph Peters.

A look at the sensitive issue of euthanasia and a discussion regarding the issues surrounding life and death.

An examination of the historical, institutional and cultural aspects of racism and xenophobia in the US, the UK and Japan.

This paper examines at what age the death penalty should become an option for punishment for a person convicted of first degree murder.

An analysis of the history of domestic violence and the different forms it can take.

A look at the pros and cons of capital punishment, using the execution of Saddam Hussein as an example.

A discussion of the pros and cons of capital punishment, focusing on the hanging of Iraq's ex-president Saddam Hussein.

This paper examines the controversy surrounding embryonic stem cell research.

This essay discusses the controversial subject of same-sex adoptions.

A pros and cons paper that thoroughly deals with the issue of abortion in the U.S.

A rebuttal essay arguing against Missouri's newly added Amendment 2.

This paper examines the difficulties faced by immigrant children in school and what can be done to help them.

The paper examines the debate regarding drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

This paper discusses changes in the U.S. society following 9/11.

This paper examines the reasons for the gap between U.S. born Americans, who appear to enjoy a higher standard of living, and non-U.S. born citizens, who appear to have a lower standard of living.

An debate on the moral legitimacy of the morning-after pill.

An exploration of the current research on gay and lesbian families.

An examination of the current issue of affirmative action and equal opportunity employment. Argues pros and cons of current legislation, how they may be violating constitutional rights and possible reforms.

This paper discusses the war in Iraq and presents a very anti-war stance.

This paper argues that global warming is the single major environmental problem of the 21st century and should be a major concern.

An argument against the legalization of same-sex marriages.

An examination of the ethics behind the capital punishment laws in the U.S.

An analysis of the security concerns of the world since the end of the Cold War.

A reflection of Hurricane Katrina on George W. Bush's public relations ratings.

An in-depth discussion on oceanography.

The paper discusses the book "Vietnam Shadows: The War, Its Ghosts, and Its Legacy" by Arnold R. Isaacs.

This paper highlights the non-fiction theme in "Talk of the Town: September 11, 2001" by John Updike and "Life in Oklahoma City" by Ralph Ellison.

This paper examines illegal immigration into the US via the Canadian border and the actions taken by both nations.

This paper provides a historical and factual perspective of the culture wars of the 1990s.

This paper examines the gay rights debate and the impact legislation may have.

This paper presents an argument for embryonic stem cell research to continue.

This paper explores the controversial issue of affirmative action and argues in support of it.

This paper examines whether the war on terror has had a positive "spill-over" effect on the war against organized crime.

This paper explores the connection of religion with violence and war.

An analysis of the role the US media played in the war with Iraq.

An understanding of the cause and effect of terrorism in American domestic and foreign policy.

A discussion regarding racial profiling and the war on terror.

A review of the opinion of Juergensmeyer and Selengut regarding the issue of violence in religion.

A discussion of the issues surrounding the practice of abortion, with both feminist and nursing perspectives.

An informal response to the article 'Meta-Ethics for Professional Morality'.

An assessment of the reasons that several Middle Eastern groups practice terrorism.

Discusses the highly controversial topic of abortion, looking at arguments on both sides of the debate as well as how it relates to studies of sexuality and women's health issues.

This paper looks at how, in order to fight terrorism and prevent acts of terrorism, we must create a comprehensive definition of terrorism.

This paper attempts to ascertain which factor is more likely than any other to produce terrorists.

Presents a brief explanation of the cloning process as well as a discussion of the controversial issues surrounding this technology.

An ethical perspective on the Tracy Latimer case where the father, Robert Latimer, assisted in the suicide of his daughter, Tracy.