Abstract
This paper argues that women in ancient Rome were raped and defiled for the purpose of men to gain political power. The paper also includes a section on how women in ancient Rome were glorified only after their death, which was usually drastic, painful and self-inflicted. The paper is based on a volume of books written by Livy, called "Ab Urbe Condita."

From the Paper
"Livy was writing during the time when Rome was going through major reforms. Augustus began his Pax Augustana, where his social reform included new laws that tried to regulate sexuality among the people . This was in reaction to the desire of Augustus wanting to bring Rome back to her ancestral times, where life seemed better and more moral. It is interesting to think about what was surrounding Livy when he was writing his volumes of Ab Urbe Condita because these political reforms seem to show in his writings. In the legends told about the Sabine Women, Lucretia, and Verginia, Livy gives the reader the idea that the wrongdoing of women causes revolts and revolutions within Rome. Moreover, the chosen vocabulary is peculiar in the idea of rape - women who were forcibly raped by a man who is not her husband was not described as being raped, however other women are considered raped by men about-to-be married to them. How are these distinctions made by Livy, and what was his reasoning behind them?"

Tags:women, ancient, Livy, Augustus

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This paper presents the author's perspective in "Activity Based Management for Service Industries, Government Entities and Non-Profit Organizations". The paper shows how the book focuses on providing information to managers that is vital to modern business concerned with cost management. Specifically, the book discusses activity based systems (ABS) that examines company profits in relation to activities generated by the organization.

From the Paper
"The Author's Perspective: Activity Based Management Activity Based Management for Service Industries, Government Entities and Non-Profit Organizations focuses on providing information to managers that is vital to modern business concerned with cost management. The book discusses Activity Based Systems (ABS) that examine company profits in relation to activities generated by the organization. This process blends into the concept of Activity Based Costing (ABC), which allows management to comprehend profits that are derived from products currently in the market. As these elements are focused upon, Activity Based Management (ABM) then proceeds to determine which factors contributing to the organization are effective, and where costs can be reduced through Activity Based Budgeting (ABB). Proper budgeting through this system allows managers to plan the finances of the organization in a manner that will align the company with the competition, and provide for a stronger economic future (Brimson & Antos)."

Tags:activity, based, management

From the Paper
"As exhibit A indicates, Stockholm based Electrolux produces a wide variety of goods (Hoover's, 1996, 204). Within the category of Outdoor Products are the subcategories of forest and garden equipment, including agricultural implements. These products would be chainsaws (30% world share), lawn mowers, garden tractors, lawn trimmers, and leaf blowers. Operations are run through the Husqvarna and Flymo subsidiaries in Europe, and through American Yard Products and Poulan/Weed Eater in the U.S. (Electrolux Home Page, 1997).

The industrial products category overlaps into the commercial appliances category. The former contains food service equipment, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, industrial laundry.."

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The writer relates that he lives in Calgary, Alberta, but is fortunate enough to spend every summer in Kelowna, BC. The writer explains that this puts him in a very good position to compare and contrast these two places - and to explain why Kelowna is by far the better place to be, if you are young and want to have a good time.

From the Paper
"I live in Calgary, Alberta, but I am fortunate enough to spend every summer in Kelowna, BC. This puts me in a very good position to compare and contrast these two places - and to explain to you why Kelowna is by far the better place to be, if you are young and want to have a good time. In fact, Kelowna is better in three important ways: there is less traffic and traffic police; the location of Kelowna is perfect in that it is close to a wonderful ski hill called Big White; and Kelowna is right next to the Okanagan Lake - which makes it a wonderful place for those who enjoy a little eye candy! All in all, Kelowna is the perfect place for a young..."

Tags:kelowna, calgary, compare

Abstract
The paper discusses the Bill AB 2747 or Right to Know Act that proposes to allow doctors to supply a patient that has less than one year to live with an extensive end-of-life option list. The paper points out that even though this bill does not directly indicate it is a physician-assisted suicide, the implications are there. The paper looks at the social, economic, political and ethical considerations of the bill and explores the arguments for and against physician-assisted suicide.

Outline:
Abstract
Background/Significance and Scope of the Problem
Proponent and Opponent Arguments
Nursing Perspective
Policy/Bill Recommendations

From the Paper
"The bill AB 2747 skirts the issue of physician-assisted suicide (PAS) because all attempts to legalize PAS and other alterations have been shot down. The bill suggests instead allowing physicians to provide a list of options once a patient is diagnosed to have less than a year to live, per the patients request. If the physician does not feel comfortable with the patients decision about his/her end-of-life option then the physician has the right to refer or transfer the patient to another physician. Since the bill skirts the more controversial issue of PAS, there are a lot of ethical and social considerations that are blocking this bill. Who can decide if a person has less than one year to live? If the person is terminally ill, can a physician in good consciousness end their life? Oregon is the only state in the United States that currently allows physicians to perform PAS legally. However, studies have shown that all forms of PAS, whether direct or indirect, have occurred in secret throughout the nation for years."

Tags:euthanasia, terminal, illness, pain

Abstract
Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) maintain steering in emergency braking to avoid an accident. This paper provides an analysis of how brakes work, what happens in a scenario of heavy braking without ABS, and how the ABS works. Then, the paper provides a discussion of how a driver maintains control through heavy braking, so the driver can steer clear of an obstacle. The dilemma of the ABS is that sometimes the driver may miss the initial obstacle, only to drive into another.

From the Paper
"Anti-lock Braking Systems are definitely a safety device worthy of praise. Unfortunately, auto manufacturers cannot make innovations to take the driver completely out of the picture when it comes to emergency situations. Drivers are still going to be erratic, make silly mistakes such as drinking and driving, talking on a cell-phone, or putting makeup on when driving, and overreact in the instance of spotting a hazard too late."

Tags:automotive, pedestrian, prevention, technology

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This paper discusses the notion that consumers can be victims, letting advertising set the agenda for children, communities, and ourselves or they can, instead, place new value on our own human depths. The paper explains that consumer response does not have to be dramatic. Instead of buying pre-packaged Halloween costumes, for instance, consumers can teach children to be creative enough to piece together a disguise at thrift shops. The paper further suggest that, perhaps, instead of worrying so much about our abs, arms, and butts, we can come up with a training regimen for our minds that makes us bigger than both the medium and the message.

From the Paper
"This study on consumerism will evaluate the problems of mass markets and the global problem of consumer exploitation. To say advertising is everywhere is to say something all consumers can agree on. Sports events, movies, even the God-given right of ad-free cable television has been trampled over. So if you cannot escape spots pushing shakes that will make you slimmer and sugar-based cereals that will make your kids fatter, the appropriate (and most realistic) role of the consumer is being true to one's self by supporting companies for human and environmental standards as much as quality control."

Tags:consumer, role, legal

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The following paper provides a broad overview of a continuity plan geared towards enabling Riordan Manufacturing to comfortably overcome the loss of many employees as a result of the baby boomer exodus from the workforce. The paper examines the prospects of single point failure at Riordan Manufacturing and the methods of recruitment and selection by which the company can in an expeditious and cost effective manner find capable employees both full time and part time or supplemental. The paper then concludes with a brief review of what the company has done wrong and what it still may do right.

From the Paper
"HR Consulting Firm and a Continuity Plan for Riordan Manufacturing The imminent departure of the baby-boomers from the workforce has forced all companies, Riordan Manufacturing among them, to seek out the expertise of human resources consultants so that they can devise a strategy by which an apocalyptic labor shortage may be avoided. The following paper will offer a tentative "continuity plan" which will take into account the following workforce issues: "single-point failure" or critical skills the dearth of which can severely (even fatally) debilitate Riordan Manufacturing; methods the company may wish to employ in order to recruit/select desirable full-time employees; methods the company can utilize to recruit part-time and supplemental employees; and what rationale exists for the use of these supplemental employees and - no less importantly - what risks and advantages accrue to a company employing such individuals."

Tags:consulting, continuity, plan

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This six-page undergraduate-level research paper examines the social and historical issues that have influenced African-American poet Nikki Giovanni's work. The author discusses how her writing was impacted by her culture and era.

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In this article, the writer examines the operation of the Anheuser-Busch (AB) company. The writer points out that AB is the largest producer of beer and beer related products in the world. The writer notes that AB also acts as an operator of theme parks across the US in addition to producing aluminium cans. In this essay the writer looks at the Company's operations and revenues.

From the Paper
"Anheuser-Busch (AB) is the largest producer of beer and beer related products in the world. It also is one of the largest operators of theme parks across the US and, corollary to its brewing line of business (LOB), it is also one of the biggest producers of aluminum cans in the US as well. Its products are exported to and/or produced in more than eighty countries throughout the world with operations in every major region of the globe. AB's total revenues for the fiscal year that ended in December 2005 were reported to be in excess of $17b with more than 148b barrels of beer and related beverages sold worldwide. Total revenue and total number of barrels sold increase slightly over the previous fiscal period however, gross profit as a percentage of sales was down by approximately 5% for that same period."

Tags:anheuser, busch, strategic, analysis