Abstract
This paper discusses some of the major themes and problems discussed in several articles and letters about vice presidential GOP candidate Sarah Palin. The paper describes five incidences of anti-feminist, pseudo-feminist and "post-feminist" points made in the articles about Palin and by Palin's campaign and gives counter examples to these five issues that would make them truly feminist and pro-woman.

Tags:election, palin, feminist

Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to identify whether the IOC considers urban planning issues in their decision-making process. An analysis is conducted of the IOC's bid process, and the recent successful bids. This is supplemented with information from secondary sources that examine the relationship between host cities and the Olympic Games.

Outline:
Introduction
Changing Relationship Between Host Cities and the Olympics
Introduction
Methodology
Infrastructure Planning
Social Planning
Environmental Planning
Conclusion
Recommendations

From the Paper
"While Beijing was a highly publicized example of the IOC weighing social factors into its selection criteria, the relationship between the International Olympic Committee and bid cities has changed in recent years, with an increasing emphasis on social criteria. The successful Vancouver bid for the 2010 Winter Olympics included rapid transit improvements, and an athlete's village that will revert to social housing when the Games are completed. London's successful 2012 bid also featured social housing elements. The Olympics have long been a catalyst for change in all of their host cities, but it is unknown the degree to which the IOC has actively participated in this process."

Tags:winter, Beijing

Abstract
This paper discusses the historic nature of Hillary Clinton's 2008 run for presidency. It first examines a brief history of Clinton's 2008 campaign and her stance on political issues. It then discusses the impact that her time as first lady had on her run for the presidency as well as her treatment of the politically important state of Texas and how it affected her campaign.

From the Paper
"As a candidate, Hillary Clinton pulled "stunning" victories and comebacks, in addition to falling under fire for her personal finances, reluctance to disclose information about her time as first lady, and questionable remarks about her time as first lady. Though her famous name and more famous husband made Hillary's ability to campaign successfully for the presidency seem easy, Clinton soon learned that vying for power in the world of politics is never easy. By her supporters, Clinton was adored as a leader who would be different, a woman, someone who spoke for the working class. By her opponents, Clinton was ferociously berated for her character, which some said appeared hard hearted, her lack of preparedness, and even what some considered to be a lack of honesty. Standing strong on important issues like universal health care and putting a stop to the war in Iraq, Clinton led a strong presidency that only seemed to fall apart after Super Tuesday, when Obama's lead left Clinton in the dust. But it is Clinton's unlikely victory in Texas that best represents the female candidate's struggle. A unique mixture of success and failure in the state and in the nation has resulted in a one-of-a-kind presidential bid by Hillary Clinton and democratic race for the nomination."

Tags:campaign, democracy, Obama, senator

Abstract
This paper examines the historical relationship between Turkey and the European Union and analyze the five demands most recently placed on Turkey by the EU in order to be considered for full membership into the organization - Turkey must pursue political and economic reforms; address human rights issues; improve its relationship with Greece; support UN mediation efforts in Cyprus and finally Turkey must not object to Cyprus' EU membership.

From the Paper
"Turkey spans two continents. It wants to play a role in the affairs of both. Turkey is active in affairs of the Middle East, the Turkish-speaking former Soviet Republics such as Turkministan, and in European political, security, and economic organizations. Turkey is a member of every European organization except the European Union. It plays an active role in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) which protected western Europe against Soviet aggression. Turkey has wanted to join the European Union for a long time. The EU has rebuffed it for many reasons including Turkey;s political structure, human rights abuses, and having a weak economy. But Turkey feels like the real reason that they have not been accepted is that they are a Muslim nation. This paper will examine the historical relationship between Turkey and the European Union and analyze the five demands most recently placed on Turkey by the EU in order to be considered for full membership into the organization."

Tags:comparative, east, europe, european, expansion, international, middle, politics, relations, union, us, cyprus, human, rights

Abstract
This paper examines the factors that effect liquidity, bid-ask spreads, in the "options" market. As investors try to develop a profitable stock option trading strategy, often they find that their actual trading capital is less than expected. This occurs because of bid-ask spreads. A trader can buy options at an ask price and sell it at a bid price, but the actual bid-ask spread can be 100% or more. The paper discusses various factors and the bid-ask process itself to provide a comprehensive understanding of the options market.

From the Paper
"In examining the bid-ask quotes offered by specialists (or dealers) who face indirect competition from other specialists who trade in related assets, some specialists may control more than one asset. In a simple factor model, the optimal specialist control structure depends on whether the assets trade as substitutes or complements. In some situations it is beneficial to have specialist power concentrated within industries, in other situations, across industries, and in yet other situations, not to be concentrated at all (Ackert & Church, 1998)."

Tags:stock, portfolio, market, index, static, model, dynamic, model, cross-market, model

Abstract
This paper presents a case study of the bid of General Motors Defense for a US Army contract. The case questions whether General Motors Defense (GMD) should place a solo bid or create a joint venture with their main competitor, General Dynamics (GD). The paper presents a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis and examines the problems associated with such a bid.

Table of Contents:
SWOT
General Problem

From the Paper
"While GMD does have a significant amount of experience with military vehicles, new competitors may just be able to succeed on their own with the changing demands of the U.S. military. Companies like GD have worked with the U.S. Department of Defense before (Chung and Beamish, 2003) and this familiarity, in addition to cost-effectiveness, may just be enough to eliminate GMD as a threat for this contract."
"If GMD should lose this opportunity to get in and demonstrate their abilities, the U.S. may become comfortable with the alternative and select GD for future contracts. Perhaps it would be in GMD's best interest, if this becomes the case, to permanently join forces with GD as a merger or allow themselves to be bought out by the company. In the event that GD took over such a large share of the defense industry market, there would really be no point in GMD remaining in the business because the number of customers would be minimal and far too little to thrive upon."

Tags:GMD, military, vehicles

Abstract
This paper discusses Oracle's hostile takeover bid for Peoplesoft which was one its main competitors in the enterprise software industry. It provides an overview of Oracle and Peoplesoft, as well as the general industry background. The paper then discusses the benefits of the merger for Oracle, as well as their strategic tactics in the takeover process.

Table of Contents:
Oracle Overview
Peoplesoft Overview (pre Oracle)
Industry Background
Situational Overview
Merger Benefits & Market Perception
Financing Structure of the Takeover
Bid Tactics of Oracle
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The financing structure of the Oracle takeover bid for PeopleSoft was, on the surface, initially a cash offer because Oracle had such a large pool of cash reserves at the time. The final offer for PeopleSoft was for $26.50 per share which placed PeopleSoft at a market value at the time of $10.3b. This final price that Oracle is paying for PeopleSoft is $2.50 per share more than Oracle's previous final offer which Oracle accomplished through cash and stock offerings for existing PeopleSoft shares tendered by December 10, 2004 in which 120,600,093 shares had been tendered and, according to Oracle, not withdrawn which completed the final acquisition. While most analysts agree that Oracle overpaid for PeopleSoft the benefits and market advantages that the company gained by acquiring PeopleSoft has paid dividends in the mid term because of the new customers the company has acquired as well as the host of other acquisitions that Oracle has undertaken since its PeopleSoft hostile takeover."

Tags:software, merger, integration, products

Abstract
This paper addresses eBay Live Auctions. It discusses what eBay auctions are, how to participate, how to register to be part of the eBay auctions, how to bid from a computer, what are corrigenda, and trouble shooting when it comes to eBay auctions. How to contact the seller after the sale is important once the bid is accepted.

Tags:BUSINESS / BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY, the ebay auction

Abstract
This seven-page undergraduate paper consists of the one argument for, and the many arguments against Toronto's bid for the Olympic Games. The main argument is that the Olympics only benefit the small rich group in a city.

From the Paper
" Introduction
The present world of telecommunications is fast-moving, amorphous and unpredictable. British Telecommunications (BT) had recognized the importance of developing an aggressive, world-wide marketing strategy in such an environment when it contemplated a purchase of MCI.
BT bought a 20% stake in MCI in 1993. In November of 1996, BT attempted to consummate the relationship with a $24 billion bid for the 80% of MCI it did not own. This bid was reduced to $19 billion in July of 1997 when MCI revealed large losses in the U.S. local telephone market.
When the BT-MCI union was first proposed, it was suggested by many analysts that while BT might be a touch staid and slow-moving, MCI, as the maverick among phone companies, was just the.."