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This paper is on the topic of acceptable use policies of schools and libraries. The paper states what an AUP is, what should be stated in them, and how important they are.

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This paper presents a brief overview of the history of the death penalty and then assesses it in context of the ethical, utilitarian, and deontological considerations.

From the Paper
"Capital punishment was a part of human society and dates back to very ancient times. In the olden days retributive measures were severe even for trivial crimes. The foremost account that we have of death penalty is that of the 'Code of King Hammaurabi' which was written during eighteenth century (1792-1750) BC. Under his laws death penalty was ordered for different crimes (around 25) and the most common form of execution was to tie up the convicted and throw them into water and drowning them to death. [Washington State University] The Roman 'law of twelve tablets' written during fifth century B.C is another example of an established legal coding of death penalty during that time. Then in the seventh century we have the Athenian draconian laws (written by Dracon in 621 BC), which included horrific forms of death penalty for all crimes.[ DPIC] Under the Draconian code all the crimes irrespective of their severity were awarded with the ultimate punishment of death. So even minor offenses like theft received the same treatment as serious and barbarous crimes like murder. The most glaring example of capital punishments being executed was the crucification of more than 6000 war prisoners by Crassus (a Roman politician, 1st century BC) after the roman victory over the Spartacus rebellion. Death penalty by crucification continued in Roman Empire until 3rd century ADE when emperor Constantine finally abolished it 325 AD."

Tags:ultimate, irreversable, deterrent, effect, offender, threat, safety, society, justice

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The paper examines Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" where Morrison exposes and attacks all the people who disseminate the standards of social beauty and behavior that diminish Pecola Breedlove's sensitivities and contribute to her sad life. The paper discusses how Pecola's self-knowledge was fed only by her family and her social experiences that allowed her no place in either familial or social existence. The paper posits that Morrison has succeeded in embarking our society on its journey into self-acceptance by altering the perception of what is beautiful and socially acceptable.

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"The universe wants to remain chaotic. It is chemically natural for organic molecules and inanimate objects to resist any type of order. Think of the miles of wire behind your computer that tangle endlessly while you are away, or the complete disorder that a stack of books piled on the back seat of a car becomes when they reach their destination. Chemists have proven this phenomenon, called entropy, repeatedly in controlled experiments where organized molecules in a small closed system become chaotic and disordered without any outside interference."

Tags:self-esteem, self-knowledge

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This essay explains that, initially, abortion was banned on the grounds that it entails killing a form of life, and that it is equivalent to murder under the Fourteenth Amendment of the Constitution of the United States. By citing existing legislation and exploring the social consequences of unwanted pregnancy, the paper goes on to argue that a fetus or an embryo is merely a developing human being - not a person - and therefore has no rights until its birth and separation from the mother, which marks its existence as a separate entity and entitles it to the right to life.

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"Sometimes, it is in the best interest of both the mother and the baby to have an abortion. Rearing a child is not easy and requires great patience, selflessness and hard work. With teenage pregnancies on the rise, abortion is a wise decision. Doctors believe that pregnancy for a teenager can be physically difficult because they are still growing themselves and their bodies may have trouble handling the added demands of a pregnancy. They are also less likely to seek early and regular prenatal care, which means that conditions that could have been headed off by early intervention can become problematic. Consequently, they are also more likely to suffer from high blood pressure during pregnancy, which can lead to pre-eclampsia, a serious condition for both mother and child. Babies born to teen mothers are also more likely to be born underweight and are more likely to be born prematurely which increases the likelihood that the babies will require additional medical care and develop ongoing medical conditions (Consequences of Teenage pregnancy). Such a baby will not enjoy an acceptable quality of life and it is sometimes better to not put them through a life with such hardships that they are struggling with death at every breath. In such cases, abortion is the right choice."

Tags:law, fetus, reproductive

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The paper is a criticism of the poem "One Art" by Elizabeth Bishop, using the formalist approach (which advocates that meaning is derived by analysis of the text only). In the poem, Bishop ponders whether one can become a master at losing things and provides an answer. The paper analyzes the poem's use of value progression and the meaning of words and phrases both connotatively and denotatively. It shows how the thesis is made into a paradox by the last stanza, which in the end provides the ultimate meaning of the poem.

From the Paper
By comparing the phrase "the art of losing isn't hard to master" with the frequently used word "disaster," the meaning begins to take shape. This phrase is used four times in this nineteen-line poem (lines 1, 6, 12, 18). Considered closely with the word "disaster," also used four times, one sees the speaker is making a point of rhyming the words master and disaster to emphasize the denotative point that many losses are not disasters they can be accepted without grief or regret (3, 9, 15, 19)."

Tags:formalism, formalist, poetry, human, afflication, regret

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Stephen Sondheim's "Sweeney Todd" is a musical thriller that explores the issues of justice, crime detection and law enforcement through its amoral characters and its macabre plot. This paper endeavors to investigate the merits of this crime melodrama through the aforementioned issues and the message the play conveys in relation to these issues.

From the Paper
'In "Sweeney Todd" vengeance is seen as a legal equalizer. Vengeance is seen as a method of meting out justice. Sweeney Todd returns to 19th century London after serving 15 years on false charges. He hopes to reunite with his wife and daughter but discovers that after he was taken by the authorities, his wife was raped (and later committed suicide because of the shame). His daughter was adopted by the very man who assaulted his wife and sent him to Australia for 15 years, Judge Turpin. (Kenney, 1998, 1) Todd vows to avenge his wife as well as the good life that could have been. "Fifteen years sweating in a living hole on a trumped up charge. Fifteen years dreaming that perhaps, I might come home to a loving wife and child. Let them quake in their boots, Judge Turpin and the Beadle "for their hour has come." (http://www.geocities.com/Broadway/Wing/9617/PoorThing.html, 3) If the innocent cannot be protected, than the guilty will surely be punished for their crimes.'

Tags:Stephen, Sondheim, Sweeney, Todd, justice, cime, detection, law, enforcement

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The paper discusses healthy and unhealthy self-esteem and how it is achieved in children, and points out that when a person has linked his entire self-worth to superficial accomplishments, there is the potential for serious emotional distress based upon external events that may be beyond the individual's control. The paper then explains how rational emotional behavior therapy helps people to develop more rational and realistic ways of thinking that leads to accepting themselves unconditionally. With a focus on the importance of unconditional self-acceptance, the paper outlines activities that can bolster a person's unconditional self-acceptance.

From the Paper
"Unconditional self-acceptance is a choice made by individuals either consciously or unconsciously to accept themselves just because they exists and not whether or not they perform well on a task or are approved of by others. To understand unconditional self-acceptance, one must first understand self-esteem. Most people are familiar with the term self-esteem. Often, it is used when describing why a child's behavior is managed in a particular way. For example, when a child misbehaves and the behavior is not corrected, parents may excuse themselves by saying that they do not want to harm the child's self-esteem or create a level of self-consciousness about their behavior. Low self-esteem is generally considered unhealthy, and is sometimes stated as the reason a person behaves in a particular way. Individuals with high self-esteem are supposedly less likely to abuse drugs, commit crimes, fail to benefit from education, have unwanted pregnancies, and behave in racially inappropriate, abusive, or violent ways. There is also some evidence that those with high self-esteem are less likely to be dependent on the state for their daily existence."

Tags:emotions, thinking, self-talk, behavior, rational, emotional, behavior, therapy

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This paper discusses research that reveals that academic success for children is strongly correlated with peer acceptance, friendship status, peer rejection, peer maltreatment, negative peer status, and the development of peer relationships. The writer sums up each of the five studies and points out its strengths and weaknesses. The writer explains how all five articles try to convey the fact that society needs to be more sensitive to social issues involving children that relate to peer acceptance since the level of peer acceptance for a child could potentially make or break the child's future chance for academic success.The writer concludes with recommendations for future research, such as a national standardized test, that would yield results that could be said to be typical of the entire country.

From the Paper
"The group of articles all presented the same general result: peer acceptance is correlated to academic achievement. The methods used seem to be either the precursor or follow-up to each of the other articles depending on the order in which you read them. The studies used similar methods in order to find a correlation. The first two of the five studies used one-on-one interviews to determine how much of a factor peer acceptance played into academic achievement. Both of these studies used point scales in order to get responses from the participants. The last two studies were longitudinal studies that wanted to know if peer acceptance affected academic achievement in the long run. Both of these studies used self-reports and teacher-reports to determine the degree of peer acceptance."

Tags:connectedness, variable, intervention, generalizable, questionnaire, dissatisfaction, self-concept, cross-sectional

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This paper presents a personal narrative. It focuses on the writer's dreams and expectations with regards to being accepted into Florida State University (FSU). The paper describes the writer's hopes and goals with regard to a university degree and how his acceptance into FSU was the beginning of the fulfillment of those dreams and goals.

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"I have learned that if you have a goal, passion and endurance will get you there. Being a student at FSU is a dream come true, one which I have accomplished through hard work and perseverance. My biggest hope, and at the same time, perhaps my most important challenge at this point in my life, is to finish university, get my degree, and do so having no regrets. Reflecting on the goals that I have set for myself, the values I have acquired and the qualities that I possess, I would say that passion is what triggers self-improvement and evolution. However, knowledge and dedication play equally important parts in becoming not only a college graduate, but also a well-respected professional. Not a day goes by without learning something; life is full of possibilities, and being successful - I think - is very much a matter of knowing which ones to pursue."

Tags:accomplishment, degree, study

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The paper explains that employers are willing to provide some freedom in accepting gifts of nominal value, subject to the provisions, rules, and codes of the organization?s ethical policy. The author stresses that the practice of accepting gifts is an ethical issue because it involves a moral dimension. The paper relates that the refusal of a gift may cause embarrassment or offense to the donor and may ultimately affect relationships.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Employer Perception
Customer Perception
Stakeholder Perception
Employee Perception
Public Perception
Ethical Practices in Organizations
Ethical Codes for Public Sector Employees
Yardsticks for Decision
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Ballard Power Systems Inc. has evolved comprehensive guidelines on corporate governance, which covers code of ethics in the workplace. The conflict of interest policy does not permit employees to accept money or gifts from suppliers or customers, especially where such an act could influence or there are reasonable grounds to believe that such acts may influence Ballard's business relationships with such suppliers or customers. However, the company allows accepting gifts of nominal value of less that $50; it also permits employees to accept customary and proper social invitations, as long as there are no reciprocal obligations. Ballard urges employees to use their personal judgment and common sense when they are trying to decide whether or not to accept a gift. It also strictly prohibits employees from soliciting gifts, whether of nominal value or otherwise."

Tags:international, moral, refusal, guidelines, nominal