Abstract This paper presents a discussion of the Beltway Sniper and the cases that are being presented against those who committed the crimes. There are several competing interests in the case including rights, responsibilities and issues. This paper determines what interests takes first place and who those interests belong too. The writer also argues that if the interests compete or clash with each other than the premium must be placed on the loss of human life, even over the federal charges about transporting guns intrastate illegally.
From the Paper "The nation was held in fear as the Beltway Sniper took hold. The sniper attacked again and again with little rhyme or reason as to who the next victim might be. Authorities were unable to get a handle on why the shootings were happening and what the benefit for the sniper might be. Those who lived in the area of the Beltway were afraid to stop and get gas, walk through a parking lot or mow their lawns as the sniper picked them off one by one. A child was shot and the world gasped in shock, while the sniper continued to slip in and out of areas in broad daylight and unseen. When the snipers were finally caught the nation breathed a collective sigh of relief. As the case began to unfold it quickly became clear that it was going to be complicated."
A review of the events of the DC sniper shootings, including the preliminary shootings, the "Beltway" Attacks, the investigation during the attacks and the arrest of the two suspects.
Abstract This paper examines the timeline of the DC sniper killings that took place in October 2002. It explains the preliminary killings and the actual "Beltway" attacks. The paper then analyzes the investigation during the attacks, the arrest of the two suspects and the logistics and tactics used by the suspects. Finally, it discusses the whereabouts of John Allen Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo prior to their arrest.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Preliminary Killings
"Beltway" Attacks
The Investigation During the Attacks
The Arrest of the Two Suspects
Logistics & Tactics Used By the Snipers
Conclusion
From the Paper "The deadly string of shootings finally came to an end on October 24, when Muhammad and Malvo were found sleeping in their 1990 Chevrolet Caprice, at a rest stop near Myersville, Maryland. Police were given the information by a truck driver who noticed the parked car. A .223-caliber Bushmaster XM-15 rifle and bipod were found in a bag in Muhammad's car. According to CNN, the rifle was found behind the rear seat of the 1990 Chevrolet Caprice, which had been modified to allow the rifle to be fired from inside the vehicle. The Bushmaster rifle is a civilian, semi-automatic version of the Colt M-16 military rifle, which can be fired in fully automatic mode. Ballistics tests later verified the same rifle matched 11 of the 14 bullets recovered from the attacks."
Abstract This paper looks at Bill Clinton's political career and considers what significance it holds regarding the role of elites in American politics. The paper argues that Clinton's rise shows that there are indeed limits on elite domination of American society.
From the Paper "In principle we say that everyone is equal. In practice there is little doubt that elite groups wield enormous influence over American public life. Many critics would say that they effectively dominate public life and policy. As an example of both the influence and limitations of elites we may consider the experience of former president Bill Clinton. As the President of the United States Bill Clinton wielded the constitutional and informal power of the presidency. However to understand how..."
This paper argues that had John F. Kennedy not been assassinated and his presidency allowed to run its course, history would not look so kindly upon him and neither would popular opinion.
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that what John F. Kennedy had going for him was that he was perhaps the most charismatic, engaging, youthful, accessible, and believable leader that the United States had of the 20th century. The writer maintains that his political substance came not from having particularly effective or strong convictions, but because he held the imagination of the baby boomers - he was the voice of clarity and difference and he was outside of beltway, he stood above the political system that had been so corrupted by the fury of the cold-war and of McCarthyism. The writer discusses however, that although very popular, Kennedy simply wasn't very effective as a President. All the good intentions and pretty political speeches do not make up for a lack of actual lasting policy impact. The writer maintains that Kennedy's popularity in hindsight seems to be based more upon the perpetuation of an idealized image. He represented the power of youth, of potential. The writer concludes that unfortunately, Kennedy's mistakes seemed to be born of youth and a lack of true conviction that what he was doing was right.
From the Paper "The nation, however, did not seem to blame Kennedy. The people did not take the point of view that their President had just committed an egregious act of idiocy. Instead, they looked on in dread at the looming communist menace next door - because they were told to do so. The Bay of Pigs can only be described as an absolute fiasco of epic proportions - one that could have only come from a man not truly invested in the process of removal of Castro, but more in the rhetoric. In this Kennedy appeared to be following up on his anti-Communist speech with anti-Communist actions. But, the level of actual commitment was clearly not there. Kennedy had the entire United States military at his disposal. All he had to do was use them. But, clearly, he did not have the stomach to follow it all the way through. Kennedy wanted to appear strong but did not want to have to be strong - image meant everything."
