Abstract
This essay takes a look at the physical and emotional consequences of spanking a child. It examines the short-term and long-term effects as well as the harm caused to parents. This essay also examines many alternative methods to disciplining a child.

From the Paper
"Many parents occasionally lose their patience or, in anger or fear, may spank their youngster. For instance, if a child runs out into the street, a parent may sweep the child up and, in a moment of anxiety for the child's well-being, spank her to emphasize the parent's sense of urgency or worry. Spanking may relieve a parent's frustration for the moment and extinguish the undesirable behavior for a brief time. But it is the least effective way to discipline. It is harmful emotionally to both parent and child. Not only can it result in physical harm, but it teaches children that violence is an acceptable way to discipline or express anger. While stopping the behavior temporarily, it does not teach alternative behavior. It also interferes with the development of trust, a sense of security, and effective communication. (Spanking often becomes the method of communication.) It also may cause emotional pain and resentment."

Tags:argumentative, corporal, persuasive, punishment, spanking

Abstract
This essay starts off with a story of a fatal DUI accident in Salt Lake City. It then goes on to state many statistics on alcohol-related crashes and the number of recurring DUI offenders. It cites the negative effects of alcohol when it comes to driving and how the United States is significantly behind others when it comes to enforcing and creating harsher DUI laws. Furthermore, it gives many examples of counter-arguments and why some people are opposed to stricter laws.

From the Paper
"For example, the legal BAC in Sweden is .02, compared with our legal limit of .08. Even in Japan, which also has a stricter BAC of .03, citizens can be, and often are, arrested for driving with as little as a few sips of alcohol in their system. Slovakia and the Czech Republic even surpass the strictness of Sweden or Japan--they have a zero tolerance limit for driving under the influence. There, absolutely no alcohol is allowed in a driver's system--none. Penalties all over the world are also far more severe than those we have in the United States."

Tags:DUI, crashes, cars, BAC, blood, test, MADD

Abstract
This persuasive essay lobbies for the halt and reversal of the trend that is banning the seemingly harmless game of dodgeball from public schools across the country. It presents views from both sides of the argument fairly, but clearly is opposed to banning the game.

From the Paper
"Political correctness has made its appearance in the gymnasiums and schoolyards of America. Dodgeball, once an innocent childhood game, is now the subject of a heated controversy throughout the United States. Nine states have already banned this seemingly harmless diversion, and this mindset is spreading. Physical education instructors, psychologists and parents across the nation are all embraced in an intense debate over what the psychological effects a simple game of dodgeball may have on the ever-growing sensitive psyche of the youth of America. Is this a brutal contest of the mighty against the meek, or simply a harmless childhood game?"

Tags:childhood, children, dodgeball, education, phsychology, physical, sports

Abstract
The paper offers a brief background and overview of DNA testing and focuses on the perspective that DNA tests should be implemented to all death row inmates to lead to a more just and legal outcome. The paper discusses documented cases that have shown the efficacy and necessity of DNA testing but then looks at the arguments against DNA testing, focusing on the central argument that it can impinge on privacy rights. The paper argues that the case for DNA testing of death row inmates has far more ethical and moral weight than any opposing arguments.

Outline:
Introduction
Brief Background and Overview
The Argument Against DNA Testing
The Case for DNA Testing
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The view that DNA testing should be applied to all those convicted on crimes that result in a death row sentence is one that has been vigorously debated and contested. The view that supports DNA tests for those on death row is a perspective that is difficult to fault. Simply stated, the core reasoning that supports this view is that DNA testing can prevent unnecessary deaths in cases of those who have been unjustly convicted of crimes. "Stories about innocent individuals convicted of crimes while the actual perpetrators remain at large are becoming increasingly common in U.S. newspapers, magazines, and broadcast outlets." (Weinberg 76) "

Tags:ethics, morals, fairness, justice, privacy, convictions

Abstract
The paper discusses that ,for most students on campus, drug use can be a recreational, experimental adventure, occasionally "done" at social gatherings. It argues that those who dabble in drugs are jeopardizing much more than the legal ramifications of getting caught. For the unfortunate few, it can be the beginning of a terrifying world of addiction. Experimenting with drugs, in truth, is like playing Russian roulette. Both are deadly games with eventual casualties. The paper uses persuasive argument to show that the disease of addiction is progressive - that one begins by smoking a little "weed" or popping a few pills and eventually the drug will handle the user.

From the Paper
"In recent news releases, cigarette smoking among college students is over 20 percent. Also, excessive drinking at Penn States main campus this past summer deployed riot police, curfews and criminal charges. Alcohol and tobacco, which are both addictive, are unfortunately socially acceptable and legal. In the city of Philadelphia, an unscrupulous physician is arrested for writing out pain prescriptions for addicts on a regular basis. Amish youths were likewise busted for selling cocaine in Lancaster County. Is no place sacred? Is no one immune?"

Tags:Cravings, crack, cocaine, illegal, withdrawal

Abstract
This is a persuasive paper against Partial-Birth Abortion. The author discusses the side effects and negative impacts of Partial-Birth Abortion with special reference to effects on the mother and the child and uses these to support his argument. This paper includes a history and an overview of abortion.

Partial -Birth Abortion Overview
History of Abortion
The Mother
The Child
Summary

From the Paper
"Partial -Birth Abortion is the unjustified killing of an unborn child in the most gruesome way possible. This is the intentional killing of a child by partially delivering it for the sole purpose of terminating its life. This is achieved by inducing the delivery of a child by allowing the cervix to dilate to only 8 centimeters. The physician vaginally delivers some portion of the intact living fetus until the fetus is partially outside the body of the mother, for the purpose of performing an overt act that the physician knows will kill the fetus. "

Tags:human, life, terminate, doctor, pregnant, child, mother, survive, danger

Abstract
This paper provides an argument that American health care is sick and the only logical and rational solution is for a single-payer government administered health care overhaul that extends affordable health insurance to all Americans.

From the Paper
"The cost of health care in American society is staggering, the biggest expense related to the budget. Despite the U.S. health care system being rich in resources, more than ... million Americans remain uninsured and millions of others are underinsured or risk financial ruin in the wake of serious illness. There are many reasons why healthcare is so sick in American society, from private insurers dominating coverage to investor-owned care facilities. Failure to provide government health care for all Americans..."

Tags:denied care, HMOs, private sector, death, pre-existing condition, resources, costs, market forces, private insurers

Abstract
The writer looks at Vernon Coleman's article "Eating Meat Is Bad For You," and highlights how Coleman makes many logical fallacies and distortions of the truth throughout his arguments. The writer discusses the health benefits of eating meat, especially for athletes, and argues that there is nothing immoral or unethical in human's consumption of meat. The writer shows how Coleman attempts to sway the readers of his article to take on a vegetarian viewpoint, but strongly contends that the nutritious value of meat cannot be gained by eating only vegetables.

From the Paper
"Imagine a life where people are weak and constantly ill. Imagine everyone being bed ridden and unable to operate the human body at the level appreciated today. By removing meat from a diet, this is a scenario that becomes a real life horror movie. Eating meat is an essential part of everyone's nutritional needs and provides nutrients that are otherwise impossible to retain in a solely vegetarian diet. (Hinman 248). There is no doubt how meat is really needed, truly wanted by the body. Of course there are your truly hardcore and enthusiastic vegetarian group of people, but there are also people that feel very strongly about eating meat and how everyone should partake in the practice. The claim that, "eating meat is bad" (Coleman) is flawed because the writer of this claim does not take into account the advantages of meat eating and completely ignores the fallacies he uses to back his claim. Instead, the reality is that meat plays an important part in the everyday diet for humans and is in no way unethical or immoral to eat."

Tags:nutrients, iron, vegetarianism, animals, morals

Abstract
In this paper, the writer presents an argument, written from the perspective of the acting Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), to work towards more effective prevention of global warming. The writer encourages all countries of the world to support all forms of environmental protection. The United States is specifically urged to join the Kyoto Protocol and help combat the environmental destruction caused by the emissions of humanity. The writer emphasizes how global warming is a real issue and we must work to prevent and slow the rate of environmental degradation.

From the Paper
"I strongly encourage all countries of the world to support all forms of environmental protection, including but not limited to pollution control and reduction measures, and the use and research of clean energy. Alongside this general recommendation is one strongly urging the United States of America to join the Kyoto Protocol in its combating of the environmental destruction caused by the emissions of humanity. Through the combined effort of the international community in the fighting of this problem, as will be discussed, the world will be maintained and made a safer place for the children of tomorrow."

Tags:pollution, greenhouse, gases, climate, change, Kyoto, Protocol

Abstract
By looking at how guns continue to cause increased incidents of homicide, suicide and injury to children, this paper argues for the need to strengthen, not weaken, current gun control laws. Presents classic arguments such as children's exposure to violence, increased crime statistics and family accidental shootings.

From the Paper
"Gun advocates generally play down the link between firearm access and violence. As the NRA likes to say, guns don't kill people, people kill people. They view the laws restricting gun ownership through the lens of self-defense and civil rights. This position, however, fails to address a very real link between the ownership of guns and violence. Even with measures such as the Brady Law and the five-day waiting period in place, firearms continue to play a major role in instances of both criminal and accidental violence."

Tags:violence, brady, death, firearm, shooting, law