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A look at the immigration and labor patterns of Chinese immigrants to the United States.

An analysis of the American attitude toward immigrants.

A look at the moral and ethical issues surrounding the scientific process of human cloning.

A discussion of whether profiling transgresses the boundaries of individual liberty.

This paper discusses the effect of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the economy of Miami, Florida.

Looks at developing technology in human cloning and the ethical concerns surrounding this technology.

Study of the evolution of the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Acts.

This paper explores the legal and moral issues of the stem cell research debate. It also explores the uses of adult stem cells as an alternative to embryonic stem cells.

A look at the highly controversial issue of hiring of noncredentialed teachers.

This paper discusses the ethical controversy over stem cell research.

Position paper defending the right of American citizens to possess guns.

An analysis of the ethical considerations implicit in genetic engineering technology.

Describes the concept of 'pseudo-events,' which are planned for the purpose of producing dramatic images in all forms of communication.

An overview of stem cell research and the controversy surrounding the subject.

This paper discusses the ethics of "Do Not Resuscitate" orders and living wills and their implication for the medical profession.

Examines the role of multinational corporations (MNC) in globalization and sustainable development.

A discussion of how animals should be treated and whether they deserve more kindness and mercy.

An examination of the aviation industry before and after September 11, 2001.

An analysis of the ongoing war in Iraq.

Discussion about the controversial subject of genetic engineering regarding the safety of the technology and its true merits for the human race.

A debate regarding the controversial issue of legalizing marijuana.

An examination of various theories about the reason for the phenomenon of global warming.

An analysis of the different views of human rights and law in contemporary society.

Analysis of Nuha al-Radi's "Baghdad Diaries: A Woman's Chronicle of War and Exile" and Marjane Satrapi's illustrated story, "Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood".

This paper focuses on the existing or non-existing impacts of globalization and explores the myths surrounding globalization.

An analysis of the future of ethics in the business world.

An overview of the controversies surrounding capital punishment.

This paper argues that gun laws should restrict the right to carry a loaded and concealed gun to those who have a clear and urgent need for such a weapon.

This paper discusses the problems of adequate and efficient court representation for death penalty crimes.

This paper is a research proposal to study public opinion towards euthanasia.

A look at the Christian and Buddhist views of the ethics of suicide and euthanasia.

An analysis of the security issues on the Canadian and United States border and the effects on trade.

Reviews T.Coraghessan Boyle's novel about the hardships faced by Mexican immigrant laborers.

This paper is a proposal for a research study to evaluate if same sex schools provide a greater or lesser quality of education to students in preparation for future higher education in a co-ed institution.

A look at California labor laws with respect to Latino immigration.

This paper discusses the sociological aspects of human cloning.

This paper discusses the reasons why Americans are so hated in other parts of the world and American's reaction to 9/11.

Examines the pros and cons of euthanasia.

Discusses and backs up both sides of this issue.

Analysis of the impact that computer-based games have on the social behavior and development of children today.

Position paper arguing against Michael Levine's essay about the use of torture and when it is justifiable.

This paper discusses the increasing occurrence of same-sex sexual harassment.

An analysis of the phenomenon of hate crimes, including statistical evidence.

A look at Assembly Bill 2403, introduced by Assembly Member Jackson, regarding the right to personal privacy.

A look at the often violent tactics of anti-abortion movements.

An analysis of the ethical dilemma involved in genetic engineering, including a review of Darwin's perspective.

A look at the impact the attacks on the World Trade Center have had on global politics.

Explores the morally controversial issue of the marketing of human organs from the perspective of economics.

This paper discusses social attitudes and modern alternatives to the death penalty.

A look at the science behind genetic screening and the controversy surrounding its use.

An analysis of the abuse of human rights during times of war.

This paper argues that the scales of justice need to be tipped in favor of capital punishment in order for civilized societies to be able to uphold the values of justice, human life, and the rights of the innocent.

Argues that the real reasons for the war with Iraq had nothing to do with the threat Iraq posed and had everything to do with the control of the vast oil reserves in that country.

An analysis of the historical effect of gender and race on the application of the death penalty in the United States.

Position paper arguing against the law enforcement practice of racial profiling.

A look at the contentious issue of the exploitation of digital copyrights and intellectual property rights.

This paper discusses director Danny Boyle's 2003 movie, ?28 Days Later?, an insightful reflection of societal fears of bioterrorism, terrorism, and catastrophic warfare.

An analysis of the Salem witchcraft trials.

Analysis of U.S. policies toward Iraq, especially with regard to the U.S. war against Iraq.

A look at the way that the world changed following the terrorist attacks of September 11.

An analysis of John McNeill's book, "Taking a Chance on God".

An examination of the balance between maintaining law and order and the controlling of terrorism.

An objectivist interpretation of the moral issue of cloning.

A pro-gay marriage position paper.

A look at how capital punishment is considered a weakness in the legal system.

A discussion of the controversial topic of human cloning, presenting both sides of the argument.

A look at the symbolic and thematic elements of Erdrich's poem about assimilation and immigration into a culture defined by racism.

An analysis of the implications of terrorism on the global society.

An opinion paper, which argues that giving a baby up for adoption is an easier solution to an unwanted pregnancy than abortion.

Position paper arguing against the legal recognition of a person's right to die.

A look at the controversy surrounding the issue of stem cell research as well as an argument in favor of advancing the technology.

A review of Roman Polanski's film, "The Pianist".

A discussion about the effects of nationalism and what happens when nationalism is expressed in the form of war against another country.

A review of the book by Pierrette Hondagneu-Sotelo, "Domestica: Immigrant Workers Cleaning and Caring in the Shadows of Affluence".

A pro-life discussion of abortion and its moral implications.

This paper discusses the bioethics beliefs of John Kass, especially regarding birth defects.

This paper discusses metal detectors, the mainstays of building security.

This paper reviews an article about affirmative action in institutions of higher learning by Patricia Gurin, et al.

A look at the controversial U.S.A. Patriot Act, which was enacted in response to the terrorist attack of September 11th.

Explores the likelihood of a nuclear attack on American soil.

This paper examines two alternative approaches to stem cell research which, in the opinion of the author, are more ethical than current directions.

A discussion about the impact that rising medical malpractice costs have on doctors and patients.

Discusses how these words from John Donne's poem influence ideals of brotherhood in our modern culture, using the Iraq war as an example.

An analysis of the threat presented by cyber terrorism and how it can be controlled.

Presents legal, scientific, and moral arguments countering the arguments made by those who oppose a woman's right to abortion.

Overview of the goals, philosophy and activities of the organization, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA).

A discussion of how the Patriot Act could be considered an infringement upon the right to privacy.

Examines both sides of the controversial issue of affirmative action.

An opinion paper that argues against affirmative action.

This paper argues against the religious theories about the origins of the universe, earth, and man, which are called "creationism".

A review of the history and evolution of Title VII and analysis of the impact it has had on the workplace.

A look at both sides of the abortion issue, including perspectives of organizations and politicians from both sides of the debate.

Explores the effects that world events have had on the airline industry and what the airlines' response has been.

An examination of the United States immigration policy and how it impacts the domestic workers.

A look at possible alternatives to the death penalty.

This paper examines the factors that influence a teenager's decision to have an abortion, including economics, Planned Parenthood programs, and parental consent laws.

A look at the legal and economic effects of the Homeland Security Act, which was passed after the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001.

This paper discusses one of the most controversial topics of popular discourse, stem cell research.