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This paper explores Jackson Lears' book "Fables of Abundance" in respect to how the accessibility of consumer goods has devalued the impression of material worth.

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In this article, the writer discusses how one lives wisely, agreeably, and well in a society of abundance. The writer argues that addressing this problem in the context of globalization is critical in order to ensure that the environmental and cultural conditions of humankind are not depreciated but are enhanced by the forces of discontent and dissent. In this context, it may be argued that the "genius" of capitalism lies in its capacity to channel these forces into productive innovation for the greater good of the human commonwealth.

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"What does it mean to live agreeably, wisely and well in a society of abundance? The problem that Keynes argued would become the permanent problem of mankind - How do we live wisely, agreeably, and well in a society of abundance? - may seem, upon initial review, to be puzzling. After all, within our capitalist, industrialized and mass mediated culture, material abundance is widely considered an end unto itself. As this essay will argue, however ... "

Tags:capital, economics, society

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This paper presents a synopsis of Sallie McFague's book, "Life Abundant: Rethinking Theology and Economy for a Planet in Peril." The paper particularly explores the author's thesis and supporting evidence regarding issues of ecological concern from a theological lens. The content and intentions of the book are also examined, as well as the author's style of presentation.

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"As it pertains to the wealthy, McFague promotes an idea of frugality, which would in many ways include a change in one's mindset and lifestyle. This model should not be limited to the realm of ideals but it ought to become a practical way of applying proper economics in our society. McFague understands this process as a reflection of God's will for the entire earth. Again, we are brought back to McFague's ultimate concern: underlying the relationship between our ecology, economics and theology."
"In the last three chapters of her discussion, McFague articulates essentials of Christian doctrine. It is a brief presentation of a minuscule systematic theology to make her argument more theological in nature."

Tags:ideals, God, ecology, lifestyle

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This paper explains that Canada has abundant forests that are poorly managed and exploited since they are regarded as a renewable resource. The paper relates that the most intensive exploitation of forests has emerged out of the demand for high exports. The paper shows that the proposal to export in quantity, therefore, would be an extremely destructive strategy, if not fatal approach. The paper asserts that an ecological approach has to be maintained because it is not only forests but forest ecosystems that are at stake.

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"Almost one-half of Canada's surface area is comprised of forests, which provide one-fifth of the global demand for timber (Mitchell 267). While forest resources are abundant, they also are regarded as a renewable resource and have been exploited. Renewable was interpreted as inexhaustible so that forests were exploited intensively without concern for renewal potential. Abundance is a relative term, and forest resources cannot be available indefinitely unless the methods used to harvest them are radically altered. Currently, the attitude to forestry is to consider human needs in the short-term with no concern for the natural balance. Today, all aspects of the environment need to be considered in terms of ecology, and only an ecosystems approach is adequate for arriving at solutions to the issue of forest resource depletion. While it is true that Canada has abundant forests that are poorly managed, exporting in quantity is a contradiction."

Tags:exploitation, ecosystems, clearcutting, harversting, wood, timber, species

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This paper examines corporate crime and applies conflict theory to this type of crime. Firstly, it defines corporate crime. It then critiques the conflict theory. The paper argues that conflict theory can be used to explain why corporate crime is abundant and why it is not often persecuted. It also discusses, according to conflict theory, why corporate crimes tend to remain under punished.

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"Most white collar offenders belong to the "white collar class" - in other words, usually privileged, educated, rich (or at least economically middle class) and usually white and viewed in a different light than the more 'common criminals' and hence punished differently. In most cases they can also afford better and more expensive lawyers, which usually leads to lighter sentences. McDermid Gomme (1998) asserts that recidivism rate is quite high for convicted organizations and high-ranking individuals within these organizations. This can easily be explained by minimal penalties these crimes are given, and deterrence is almost non-existent, but rewards and immediate. Indeed, as McDermid Gomme (1998) notes "fines are so small that business executives generally think of them as modest licensing fees" (446)."

Tags:white, collar, deviance, privileged, guilt, corporations

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A thematic paper opposing the prospect of a Canadian water exporting business due to strong ecological concerns, misconceptions as to fresh water supplies, and the need for environmental polices to correct existing pollution and other damage. Opposition to exporting fresh water is substantiated by course materials towards conclusion stressing the need to promote cultural attitudes of Protecting domestic water supplies that are not endless or renewable; mention of GATT inducements and the mentality of globalization towards quick-profit ventures that can cause much harm.

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"A neo-liberal view of the North American environment would suggest that Canadian water resources are in endless supply, are poorly managed and should be exported for profit. This naive outlook reflects the capitalist mindset of Globalization as much as it should point to now global shortages of fresh water as will tempt investors in what could become a flurry of Canadian water exporting ventures. This paper explains some of why such ventures are not to be recommended despite high demand for fresh water in several parts of the world in the 21 century and with a leap in population levels to promise ongoing high demand."

Tags:water, supply, exports

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This paper argues that good and evil create a yin and yang sort of effect that many believe is necessary to understand life and its balance. The author points out that it is difficult to prove what is evil and what is good; there are many different opinions, depending on the circumstances. The paper reflects that, to remove totally the problem of evil, everyone on earth would have to be destroyed, which would be pointless.

Table of Contents
Introduction
The Argument for Evil Remaining in the World
The Argument against Evil Remaining in the World
Is There a Solution to Evil?
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The opposing opinion, of course, is that evil need not remain with humanity. The arguments here will respond to those listed above. As to the first argument, many believe that evil and good are not actually opposing forces. They are not forces at all. Instead, they are simply words that are put on actions and ideas, depending on what the majority of that society agrees upon. There are many places that do not have the same rules and regulations as other areas, but that does not make one of these places evil and the other place good. It only makes these places different from one another. It is the same with good and evil. They are side by side, not opposed to one another, and the only difference between the two is based in the perceptions and opinions of those around them."

Tags:humanity, balance, forces, proof, words

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David M. Potter in his book People of Plenty offers an analysis of the American character and American achievement in terms of the plenty Americans were faced with in the country they shaped out of the New world. It was the possibility that there was such abundance somewhere in the world that spurred many of the early explorers and that contribute to the decision of many of the colonists to settle in this region. Potter postulates that the American character has been shaped by exposure to the abundance around them so that they have become a people of plenty, a people shaped by economic abundance. In analyzing this issue, Potter also develops a different perspective on the role of the historian.

From the Paper
"David M. Potter in his book People of Plenty offers an analysis of the American character and American achievement in terms of the plenty Americans were faced with in the country they shaped out of the New world. It was the possibility that there was such abundance somewhere in the world that spurred many of the early explorers and that contribute to the decision of many of the colonists to settle in this region. Potter postulates that the American character has been shaped by exposure to the abundance around them so that they have become a people of plenty, a people shaped by economic abundance. In analyzing this issue, Potter also develops a different perspective on the role of the historian.

Potter began his analysis when asked in 1950 to write about the American character and especially on the influence of ..."

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This paper discusses the general properties of blood and then goes on to compare the abundance and safety of the blood supply in the world and the U.S. The paper concludes by discussing which government agency is responsible for ensuring the safety of the American blood supply.

Outline:
Introduction: What is Blood?
What is the Situation as far as a Clean Blood Supply in the World?
In the United States, the Blood Supply "...is Among the Safest in the World,"
Which Government Agency is Responsible for Ensuring the Safety of the American Blood Supply?

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"Blood is one of the circulating fluids of the body that serves as nutrition, carrying oxygen, nutrients, and metabolic waste. The average adult has about five liters of blood that travels through the heart, arteries, veins, capillaries and cells. The plasma of the blood, according to Gray's Anatomy (pp. 1077-1078) has within it corpuscles, some of which are colored red. There are about four to five million red corpuscles in the average person's blood, and about 12,000 red corpuscles "in each cubic millimeter of blood." In general, the red corpuscles carry oxygen and other nutrients and the white corpuscles fight disease. As a person gets older, and the size of his or her blood vessels change (usually shrinking), the red corpuscles "change their shape...as to adapt themselves to some extent to the size of the vessel," according to Gray's Anatomy."

Tags:capillaries, plasma, WHO

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This paper discusses how fossil fuels are running low on supply and renewable energy has yet to be realized, as well as developed. The paper then looks at the one power that is safe and abundant - nuclear energy. The paper contends that nuclear energy be realized as a fuel for the future and be developed enough so that the world can thrive in its abundant energy.

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"It has been said that the power to regulate is the power to destroy. This has certainly been the experience of the nuclear industry. Regulation of many industries increased rapidly during the 1970s. In 1970 when Maine Yankee was being licensed, there were 91 permits to be obtained including, for example, a permit to discharge sewage. By 1975 this had risen to over 400 permits per plant (Duffy 165). But there are only two regulatory authorities of importance: the Federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the various state Public Utility Commissions. The NRC regulates safety, including radiation safety, although that is often delegated to the states. They are sensitive to public opinion and have often been very assertive of their power and their duty. "

Tags:fossil, fuels