This paper discusses the USA PATRIOT Act, which gives the American government the power to fight terrorism in a more effective manner, but might cost Americans the loss of civil liberties and personal rights.
1,740 words (approx. 7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 56.95
Abstract This paper explains that the USA PATRIOT Act has given 'terrorism' a new and much wider meaning and defines a new category called "domestic" terrorists as compared to international terrorists. The author points out that the new Act has defined a number of new money laundering crimes, as well as amendments and increased penalties, including confiscation of all of the property of any individual or enterprises that plans or carries forward an act of domestic or international terrorism. The paper stresses that the Act can be misused for the purpose of prosecuting political dissidents of many types and might be seen as a violation of six of the ten original elements of the Bill of Rights: the 1st, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 13th Amendments.
From the Paper "USA PATRIOT Act originated from a consultation draft, which was circulated by the Department of Justice, and was modified and amended substantially by the US Congress. The Act is to be used for helping the law enforcement officials to find out and punish those responsible for the attacks on September 9th and to protect the people against such attacks in the future. This Act has given the federal officials extensive powers to trace out and intercept the communication channels used by the terrorists. This tracking can be used for both law enforcement and foreign intelligence."
Abstract This paper looks at whether the Average Daily Attendance (ADA) or Average Daily Membership (ADM) provides a better way of allocating funding for schools. The paper also looks at provisions for funding of the No Child Left Behind Act, and how best to equalize funding resources.
From the Paper "The Ohio House budget called for a shift in the way students are counted because it believed that Average Daily Membership (ADM) counts phantom students and it preferred to count Average Daily Attendance( ADA). President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers testified before the Ohio Senate Education Committee that because a student is absent on a given day, the cost of the educating that student is not reduced at all. Students who have erratic attendance records actually cost more to educate he said..."
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that illegal immigration is one of the biggest controversies and highly debated issue in the United States of America. The writer maintains that the impact of illegal immigration on the U.S economy is omnipresent with the U.S economy falling while emerging economies are making significant progress. The writer notes that many economists believe that the illegal immigration into America is a kind of economic war being waged against the Americans. The law makers and the officials in the Government have taken notice of the growing impact of illegal immigrants on the U.S economy and have taken steps to amend the existing laws so as to prevent illegal immigrants from entering the United States of America. The writer discusses that apart from the economic impact, illegal immigration has brought with it other social, religious and security problems. The writer looks at the different faces of illegal immigration and its effects on Americans.
Outline:
Introduction
Illegal immigrants
Modes of Entry
Origin of Illegal Immigrants in America
Impact of Illegal Immigration
Economic Impact
Numerical Data to Support the Economic Impact
Other Faces of Illegal Immigration
Security Issues and Costs
Education and Medical Care Costs
Environment Degradation
Crimes Committed by Illegal Immigrants
Conclusion
From the Paper "One of the most profound impacts is the decrease in the wages of low skilled workers in America. Jobs that Americans refuse to take because of lower wages are now being taken up by illegal immigrants. This has resulted in unemployment among the Americans. American companies often prefer foreign workers who work harder for a lesser pay than the American citizens. This has lead to improper distribution of income and increased the gap between the rich and poor American citizens. Another reason why the American companies prefer foreign employees is both the employer and employee can easily escape from paying taxes to the Government. The undocumented workers do not pay their taxes. In the case of American employees the taxes are deducted from their pay roll. Although illegal immigrants increase the profits for their employers they hurt the American taxpayers. Since most of the illegal immigrants have low educational qualification and low skill level they are most employed for lower wages in poor working condition mostly in underworld economies. Hence the illegal immigrants easily evade the payment of taxes without their knowledge."
Abstract This paper explores how the economy affects the automotive industry. Specifically, the paper discusses the effects of shifts and price elasticity of supply and demand and wage inequality on the automotive industry. Additionally, the positive and negative externalities and monetary and fiscal policy aspects are addressed. The writer concludes that overall, understanding the impacts of wage inequality, monetary and fiscal policies, and the price elasticity of supply and demand can help determine the outcome of the automotive industry.
From the Paper "There are many characteristics of supply and demand that impact the automotive industry. The automotive industry is a competitive market which consists of a market where there are several buyers and several sellers and both have a minor impact on the market price. Consumers within the automotive industry determine the shifts in supply and demand. There are several variables that can shift the demand curve. The main variables are income, prices of related goods, and substitutes. The automotive industry is affected by buyers' incomes. For example, if an individual loses their job they would have less money to spend on a new vehicle. In the automotive market there are numerous amounts of substitutes. When the price of one vehicle increases the demand for a substitute will increase. The supply shifts are an additional factor which can impact the automotive industry. As new auto companies open there will be a change in the equilibrium and the shift in supply. The number of sellers would increase the number of vehicles available and the price would decrease."
From the Paper "With the advent of increasingly rapid communication and economic interdependence, globalization is an increasingly pervasive force. This is particularly true in the Third World where, because of the comparative weakness of the nations, they become more dependent upon the superpowers. While the process of globalization is such an omnipresence that one can hardly identify anything that has not been at least somewhat affected, there are, of course, phenomena which can not be sufficiently explained by the forces of globalization alone. "
A discussion about how the media is not only expected to keep an eye out for wrongdoing and to provide a conduit for candidates to convey their messages to the voters, but also plays a large part in guiding the voters' decisions.
1,469 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 2 sources, 2000, $ 48.95
From the Paper "Public Opinion is an elusive and highly changeable current that can veer abruptly. In the electronic republic, where decisions on major issues increasingly require direct public input and participation, the need to understand public opinion has become the central ingredient of politics. The United States is the only democracy that organizes its national election campaign around the television and news media. Once upon a time, the press occasionally played an important part in the nomination of presidential candidates. Now the news media do not entirely determine who will win the nomination, but no candidate can succeed without the press. The press is no longer asked only to keep an eye out for wrongdoing and to provide a conduit for candidates to convey their messages to the voters, but it is also expected to guide the voters' decisions. "
Abstract This first half of this paper gives an in-depth background of the events that occurred leading up to the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Specific issues discussed include Japan's preparation for the attack and whether the United States knew the attack was imminent. The second half of the paper analyzes Japan's reasons for bombing Pearl Harbor. Several possible theories are discussed using common political science theories.
Tags: ii, japan, war, world, policy, second, world, war, military, operation
Abstract This paper argues that the current energy crisis in California has been manufactured by politicians through the intentional manipulation of the availability of energy sources for consumers. The author includes explanations for this accusation.
From the Paper "The Californian energy crisis is quickly demonstrating to politicians, environmentalists, and economists that there are certain flaws in the structure of how energy is produced and delivered to the people of the United States. Thus far, this problem has manifested mainly on the West coast due to several key factors in overall energy use statistics. These factors shall be examined later in this paper. However, the current issues of the energy crisis are often distributed between blaming economists for bad energy management strategies and blaming politicians for providing sanctions that open up the minimal power reserves for additional use. This paper shall examine this problem from the perspective of the economist, where it will be clearly shown how the meddling of politicians has resulted in the current energy crisis in California."
Tags: companies, company, economy, electric, management, wilson
Abstract An analysis of the developments that lead the U.S. to become involved in the Persian Gulf conflict. The author discusses aspects such as image, economics, priorities and interests of the U.S. that lead her to become involved.
From the Paper "On August 8, 1990, President George Bush announced that he had sent American troops to Saudi Arabia to protect it during Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. This was the beginning of U.S. military involvement in the Persian Gulf Conflict, which had started with Saddam Hussein's decision to invade only a week earlier. What made Bush decide to get involved so quickly? What did he stand to lose, and what did he expect to gain? Given a thorough understanding of the United States? priorities and relationships with other countries in the Middle East, the answers to these questions are easy to find."
Abstract A discussion of the influence of Protestant Reformations on State Sovereignty of the European States. The author discusses the way religion evolved from being a comforting concept of ever-lasting life to a powerful tool of reign. The author looks at the fall of the domination of the Christian church and how, as a result, the Protestant Reformation brought about a new school of thought and political structure independent of church.
From the Paper "The events of the Protestant Reformation that spawned through Europe at the beginning of that century came as a result of the corruption and domination of the church, and their purpose was to restore Christianity and its original mission. The aftermath of those events, however, went beyond cleansing of the church, and allowed not only for other religions to be born, but also for the European states to reclaim secular governments and ruling independent of the church."
Tags: christian, religion, state, politics, government, gods, church
Abstract An examination of John Mill and Immanuel Kant's theories on ethics. The author examines Mill's view of hedonistic ethics and Kant's view of reason and intentions. The author explains and compares these two point of views.
From the Paper "Ethics, being as broad and opinion-based as it is, can be a difficult issue not only to define, but also to explain clearly to others. In the 18 and 19 hundreds two outgoing philosophers set forth to provide moral theories formed with concrete information, to add to the foundation of ethics. These two men were John Mill and Immanuel Kant, and their views were known as Utilitarianism and Kantian theory respectively. Both avoid interlacing their own opinions, in hope of finding a greater genuineness to their conjectures. Mill offers us a hedonistic ethics, full of pleasure and ends, while Kant proposes ridged principles of reason and intentions. Due to the fact that the subject is so hard to understand, many times their work must be interpreted and simplified. This paper will attempt to do just that, clarify the conjectures of these two theorists."
Abstract This paper discusses the history of capitalism, specifically in regard to the American economic system. The author addresses a variety of flaws within capitalism and takes a sided angle against modern capitalism and its functions.
From the Paper "Capitalism is one of the most misrepresented economic structures practiced in the present day. The economic standing of a capitalist society relies on the monetary participation as well as the drive for accumulation of material possessions by the people. Capitalism requires voluntary advancement through the socioeconomic system, as a participant, even when an individuals. personal beliefs, values, and morals are contradicted by the system itself.This requirement establishes, that while living within a capitalist economy, people are expected to conform their personal and professional opinions within the capitalist system of beliefs. One has no choice other than conformity within the system if one intends to live a fruitful and prosperous life."
Abstract This paper takes a look the differences between the cold war system and globalization as seen in Thomas Freidman's book, "The Lexus and The Olive Tree". The author looks at how the defining measurement of the Cold War system was muscle and defense strategies, while the new globalization system is defined by global markets, the Internet, and satellites which reinforce the idea that we are all part of the same world no matter your geographical location.
From the Paper "Freidman's assessment that globalization has spread Americanization is interesting. Americans tend to be known for their short attention spans and greedy behavior. We are a culture who watches five different thirty- second commercials in one half hour of television. We are always indulging ourselves to the ever-changing new trends. I believe that this is the product of the free-market, capitalist society in which Americans live today. Freidman says that the countries that are most willing to let capitalism flourish will thrive in the new system of globalization. However, where there is competition there is even more greed. This can greatly influence ones? motivations, politics, morals, and overall belief structure."
Tags: Thomas, Freidman, The, Lexus, and, The, Olive, Tree
Abstract This paper explores the concept of negative campaign advertising. The author examines how politicians make use of negative advertising, the effects of such advertising, the legal concerns of negative advertising and the moral and ethical debates around the issue.
From the Paper "Since the early 1980s, negative political advertising has become the dominant strategy of most campaigns for high-visibility offices in the United States and other countries. Negative political advertising is political advertising that implicitly or explicitly places the opposition in an inferior position, providing an argument that calls his/her fitness for office or leadership ability into question. (Johnson-Cartee and Copeland, p.20). Political consultants are less than eager to admit they actively participate in negative political advertising, creatively renaming negative ads in "value-positive" euphemisms and skirting the issue. This causes the extended inference that any type of negative advertising, even that which attempts to honestly educate the voter regarding legitimate shortcomings of a political opponent is inherently "bad". "
Abstract This paper discusses the life and work of Anne Hutchinson, their effects on American society, religious freedom, and feminism. The author examines the role of women in Puritan Massachusetts, and how her religious community viewed her as unorthodox.
From the Paper ?A wife and mother, Hutchinson was also a learned scholar and theologian. Her thoughts on scripture and criticism of the government and religious practices of the Puritan Massachusetts colony sparked a rebellion that continued on and flourished even after her banishment from Puritan society. Hutchinson 's actions are also considered by many to be the beginning of the women's movement and religious diversity.?
Tags: feminism, history, puritain, rebellion, religious, women
