Hot Topics papers

A detailed description of stem cells and their use, and risks of use, in different types of transplantation.

An article review of William J. Bennett's "Against Gay Marriage".

The paper discusses the book "Animal Liberation: A New Ethics for Our Treatment of Animals" by Peter Singer.

A research on the inherent contradictions and flaws of the death penalty.

A project proposal to increase awareness of the ethical issues surrounding euthanasia for physicians in Oregon.

This paper discusses the issue of teen pregnancy and examines literature concerning educational evaluation in this regard.

A discussion of the passing of recent legislation in South Dakota regarding the right to terminate a pregnancy and an examination of the opposing views with regards to abortion.

A look at the hypocrisy of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA).

An examination of the growing problem of illegal immigration from Mexico into the United States.

An overview of the legal battles surrounding the Terri Schiavo right to life case.

This paper presents a philosophical approach to major medical issues.

This paper discusses the post-9/11 expansion of government powers in the US and the significance of wiretapping.

A report on airline security in the US, together with historical references to past terrorist attacks and recommendations for the future.

An argument against political opposition to stem cell research so a cure can be discovered for Alzheimer's disease.

An assessment of the phenomenon of passive support of international terrorism in international law.

An examination of the ethical controversy over stem cell research and the impact that the controversy is having on scientific development in the United States.

An analysis of the book "A Question of Torture: CIA Interrogation From the Cold War to the War on Terror" by Alfred W. McCoy.

An analysis of the failed American dream of immigrant migration in Gregory Nava's film "El Norte".

An examination and evaluation of the Disabled Veteran Outreach Program, with suggestions for improvement.

A proposal to stop illegal immigrants from entering the United States.

An examination of two articles regarding juvenile justice - "Juveniles and the Death Penalty," by L. Cothern and "Serious Habitual Offender Comprehensive Action Program (SHOCAP)" by M. Medaris.

An argument that stem cell research is an affront to God.

Argues that physician-assisted suicide goes against the foundation of modern medicine.

This paper uses the routine activities theory to explain differences in gun-related crime rates between the United States and the United Kingdom

A persuasive essay against the behavior of private contractors, specifically Blackwater USA, in the war in Iraq.

A personal view of the Bush Administration's expansion of presidential authority after the events of 9/11.

A look at the Supreme Court's stand on gun control in the "Heller" case and its implications for New York.

An argument for the implementation of a gun ban across the entire U.S.

Examines the ways that the trafficking of narcotics is being used by terrorists.

A persuasive paper calling for a federal gun ban to reduce gun-related violence and accidents.

This paper provides an argument against the death penalty and in favor of abolishing capital punishment.

This paper argues that dying is a natural course of life that should not be hastened by any third party or first-hand intervention.

A comparative study of post traumatic stress disorder between military and private contractors stationed in Iraq.

An examination of the history and modern manifestation of terrorism in the United States.

An argumentative paper exploring the manipulation, secrecy and lies of the Bush administration regarding the war in Iraq.

An analysis of a research study on the irrational factors concerning usage of the death penalty.

An examination of the roles and issues of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Terrorist Threat Integration Center (TTIC).

A contemporary evaluation of Graham T. Allison's three conceptual models as explanations for the 2003 war in Iraq.

A review of Leo Chavez' work "Shadowed Lives-Undocumented Immigrants in American Society".

A look at the controversy surrounding the use of non-lethal weapons by the police force.

A brief discussion on the motives and sophisticated forms of terrorism today.

A persuasive paper that federal courthouse doors must remain open to state prisoners, especially those sentenced to death.

An argument for affirmative action in admission policies to universities.

An analysis of the decision-making process behind the U.S. decision to go to war in Iraq.

A look at the argument that emergency and disaster theory must be wide ranging and inclusive in order to be practical and effective.

This paper looks at the issue of immigration to America and discusses the history and the nature of the immigrant community in the U.S.

A discussion on the gradual evolution in the manner in which the Supreme Court views cases involving the death penalty.

An examination of the lessons that could be learned from the Vietnam Phoenix program and how they could be applied to Iraq.

This paper explains why the execution of Saddam Hussein was a major turning point in the war in Iraq.

A look at the positions of both supporters and opponents of genetically-modified or designer babies.

The paper examines the legal and ethical status of cloning in the United Kingdom and the United States and attempts to explain the differences between the two countries' approach to the issue.

This paper discusses the issue of humanity in technology as portrayed in Adam Goodheart's "9.11.2001: The Skyscraper And The Airplane".

An overview of gene manipulation and the germline manipulation method of genetic engineering.

Argues that nuclear proliferation cannot end in a more secure world.

This paper consists of a strong argument for stem cell research as well as a brief discussion on global competition in healthcare and the medical practice of telemedicine.

A research paper that looks at the methods of instructing US army personnel in the light of the war against terrorism.

This paper examines the different techniques of propaganda and their use in the Iraq war.

A persuasive paper highlighting the benefits of biomedical technology for mankind.

Proposes a solution for illegal immigration.

An argumentative essay against the current foreign policy of the United States.

A look at the Rebuplicans' and Democrats' view on immigration.

An analysis and comparison of Karen Findlay's "The Eyes of Condoleezza Rice", Pearl C. Hsiung's "Saint Perpetuum" and Andy Warhol's "Electric Chair".

Looks at the Taliban in Pakistan before and after 9/11.

An analysis of the radicalism and British Muslim identity behind the July 7th 2005 London Underground bombings.

An in-depth analysis of the pros and cons of illegal immigrants in the United States.

An in-depth examination of the UK Immigration Act of 1971 and its enforcement.

An analysis of the population dynamics from an environmentalist perspective.

A discussion on the implications of terrorism in the fields of economics and politics.

An examination of the ethical issues associated with abortion and the US Supreme Court decision of "Roe v Wade."

A strong argument for the right to bear arms in American society.

A discussion on surrogate motherhood and the reasons to support it.

A personal reaction to Al Gore's documentary "An Inconvenient Truth".

Investigates the struggle of migrants towards cultural assimilation and ethnic-identification as portrayed in Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club", K.S. Maniam's "The Return", journal articles and an interview with a professor of migrant literature.

A research analysis of the threat of maritime terrorism to the United States and the US level of preparedness.

An overview of the issues surrounding the genetically modified (GM) food revolution and agricultural biotechnology.

A discussion of Mexican migration and the US response to it, according to "Ex Mex: From Migrants to Immigrants," written by Jorge Castaneda, former Mexico secretary of foreign affairs.

This paper looks at the potential benefits and apprehensions connected with genetic research.

An analysis on the United States Marshall Plan and its relevance to terrorism today.

A research study into the threat of a terrorist activity from an aviation standpoint and how aviation security has changed since September 11, 2001.

A look at the controversial program of affirmative action since its inception.

This paper addresses the position of the Argentinean state in relation to terrorism.

This paper discusses tissue engineering that can be used for the repair and regeneration of various connective tissue structures.

A strong argument against human cloning.

An in-depth examination of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt and its terrorist activities.

An exploration of three case studies that highlight the need for the global community's response to contemporary problems.

An argument against the validity of the theories of Al Gore on global warming, as they are portrayed in his documentary, "The Inconvenient Truth."

An argument that the affirmative action program is grossly misused and outdated.

A review of Dan M. Kahan's article "The Cognitively Illiberal State" that argues against Al Gore's global warming theories and sheds light on why they are so accepted.

An overview of the causes and effects of the current global financial crisis.

A research analysis of the technologies affecting the impact and causes of global climate change.

The paper discusses the place of firearms in American culture, past and present.

A brief look at the ethical issues and controversies surrounding capital punishment.

The paper examines the proposition that a nurse has an ethical responsibility to encourage women in danger of an unwanted pregnancy, to use the emergency contraception pill.

This paper presents arguments against a US attack on Iran.

Looks at the imminent threat of using the botulinum toxin as a bioterrorism agent.

An argument that the Bush administration has failed in ensuring the nation's safety.

A review of the Iraqi war media coverage by a variety of news agents.