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In "Boom, Bust and Echo", authors David Foot and Daniel Stoffman discuss the overriding importance of demographics. They demonstrate that the most complicated matters in society are usually moulded by the population's age distribution. Thus, we see that businesses capitalize on everyday worries, such as where interest rates are going or whether quitting a job is really a bad idea. As a result, the book provides significant practical advice on aspects such as the stock market, employment patterns and even the future of the family. In reading this book, it becomes clear that all Canadians have to re-examine how they do business if they hope to succeed in the next decade and beyond.

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The aim of this painting analysis is to realize the techniques used to create Rembrandt van Rijn's "Aristotle with Bust of Homer." Through a technical analysis of brushstroke, along with a detailing of light, and object positioning within the painting, one can realize the Renaissance approach that Rembrandt applies. Also, the costumes and figure placement play a large part in Rembrandt's view of philosophy and the artistic meaning of the work. In essence, this will be a painting and ideological analysis of this major piece by Rembrandt.

From the Paper
"In this paper, the brushwork that Rembrandt applies is smooth, but will ovular sequences of color application on Aristotle's garb. Although realism is the main intention of Rembrandt in this painting, the abstraction or blurred brush strokes reflect a mystical vision. The light pinks, browns, and yellows applied to Aristotle's face portend a philosophical mysticism that Rembrandt seeks to bring out in this piece. Also, the red and oranges that reflect candlelight in Rembrandt's studio, also give a warm mystical light on Plato's bust."

Tags:rembrandt, beddoes, art

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In this article, the writer presents an analysis of the short run prospects of the U.S. economy, focusing on some major shocks such as the burst of the housing bubble, the actions taken by the Federal Reserve through monetary policies, and fiscal policies the government implemented with the intentions of improving the economy. For each shock the writer details the impact of the shock on key macroeconomic variables such as GDP growth, interest rates, unemployment, inflation, imports and exports. Relevant graphs are included in this paper.

Outline:
Monetary Policy
Fiscal Policy
Synthesis and Analysis

From the Paper
"The housing bubble in the U.S occurred in 2002 until early 2007; average housing prices increased dramatically, beyond their actual values. Yet people still continued to purchase houses; the rapid growth of prices convinced many buyers (especially those without real estate experience) that they can sell their houses for more later on and pocket the differences. Eventually, the bubble bursts because the market ends up with many sellers and too few buyers; then the prices were driven down, and many participants are left with loss rather than profit. As illustrated in Fig. 1, the prices began to increase even before 2001, but grew even more rapid after 2002, and it burst in early 2008 when interest rates rose, then the prices dropped. "

Tags:housing, bubble, monetary, policy, fiscal, policy, interest, rates

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This paper looks at business cycles and how these effect economic busts and booms. The author looks at the way that various aspects in the economy are related to economic fluctuations in a complex way and argues that a simple cause and effect explanation is not sufficient to explain the relationship. An examination of various issues that may effect economics such as population changes, monetary shifts and supplies.

From the Paper
"We are all so accustomed to fluctuations in the economy - that roller coaster effect of bust and boom that we are currently on the downside of - that we may forget to ask ourselves what causes these rises and falls in the economic life of our community and our country. For of course the economy is not a natural phenomenon like the shifting of the seasons and the cycle of the tides - events caused by biological and chemical constants. The economy shifts and undulates in accord with human variables. This paper examines the concept of economic booms and busts and how these are related to business cycles, arguing that the connection between boom and bust and business cycle is a complex one not well explained by a simple, linear model of cause and effect."

Tags:economy, fluctuate, population, finance, money

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The paper addresses the issue of Wal Mart's global expansion due to their domination in the domestic market. The paper then discusses Wal Mart's aggressive cost-cutting techniques and how they exploit their employees and prevent unionization in an effort to keep the customer happy through the provision of low costs. The paper believes that while Wal Mart is highly successful and ruthlessly profitable, at some point their treatment of employees and suppliers will result in adverse actions.

Outline:
Wal Mart
The Problem of Expansion
The Value Chain and Power of Wal Mart
The Unionization Issue
Alternative Solutions
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Wal Mart is so successful that they must expand, and have difficult in doing so while keeping in pace with the demand for their location. At the current time there are more than 1,170 international stores within the Wal Mart global conglomerate. In 2002 their reported sales were listed at $218 billion. On the Fortune 500 Wal Mart's international business alone would stand tall at a ranking of 42, a hard-won battle which took seven years upon global expansion to pull out of the red and show a profit. (UVA 1) This recognition of the global marketplace has propelled Wal Mart to increased success. The problem lies not in the cost of expansion, but rather the time, as Wal Mart has by fare more than enough money and need only to fill demand as it rapidly arises."

Tags:employees, profits, cost-cutting, techniques, customers, costs

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This paper addresses the controversial educational procedure of inclusion, where students with special needs are "included" into the school system in classes whose students do not have special educational needs. This paper investigates the research that indicates that the inclusion process does not have any negative effects for either the special needs students or the class as a whole, and does not place additional burdens on the teacher. This paper includes an introduction, a definition of inclusion and research conducted in the field. The paper shows that inclusion programs are designed to promote acceptance of special needs students in public education.

From the Paper
"This criticism, while perhaps well- intentioned, is not justified by the scholastic journals. Indeed, the majority of critical sources suggest that the opposition is misinformed, and that studies find that students with special needs do not have a negative impact on their classrooms. This particular theme, where students who can be considered "tradition" students as they do not have special needs, is often not the primary focus of research targeting inclusion policies but is often noted in the articles relating to the subject."

Tags:disabilities, disability, education, equality, inclusion

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In this article, the writer notes that several critical issues exist in terms of hydrogen-burning cars. The writer points out that the use of hydrogen cars can contribute to saving the environment. The writer discusses that not only can they be used to reduce the amount of hydrocarbons being released into the atmosphere, their use can also help reduce the reliance that much of the world has on oil.

From the Paper
"Nevertheless there are many points that need to be considered, including the critical issues behind these cars, the positive and negative aspects of them and recommendations that might have an effect on their positive contribution to the automobile industry."

Tags:fuel, hydrogen, biomass

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This paper explores the aspect of credit in America's financial system and traces the path of credit from its origins. The author examines how the creation of credit in America's economy has been greatly compounded over time and, now hugely prevalent, credit is the defining aspect of the national financial system.

From the Paper
"Today credit is more prevalent then ever before. Over three quarters of the American adult population have and use at least one credit card. However, along with this heavy reliance on credit comes a definite risk. Even as early as 1791 this threat was realized, the bank made a large impression on the economy within months of opening its doors in late 1791. Initially it flooded the market with its notes and credits, and then, in February 1792, it sharply reversed course and curtailed credit."

Tags:accounting, banking, finance, money, farmers, depression, card, treasury

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This paper posits that security is not predicated on strictly military means alone but must be grounded in economic security as well. The author relates macroeconomics and politics surrounding the Thai boom and bust, including Thaksinocracy and the role of the I.M.F. The paper discusses economic change.

Tags:security, Thailand, boom, bust, economic, political, Thaksin, populism, Cold War, capitalism, neoliberal, stability, macroeconomic, IMF

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This paper analyzes the 1789 marble bust of Thomas Jefferson by French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon. It discusses the work as a reflection of the philosophy of the Enlightenment period. The author also explores the artistic attributes of the sculpture.

From the Paper
"Jean-Antoine Houdon was the premiere French sculptor of the Enlightenment period. He was able to incorporate the new ideas of the Enlightenment into his art, thereby reflecting the period and culture of the Enlightenment, a period when reason was seen as the ..."

Tags:Houdon, Jefferson, Bust, French, Enlightenment, Sculptor, Artistic, Philosophy, Sculpture