Abstract In this article, the writer discusses that despite her lifelong struggle with depression, Sylvia Plath was able to make herself one of the most important poets of the twentieth century. The writer maintains that writing poetry and literature seemed to be a way for Plath to break free of the depression that was destroying her and it was a way for her to explore the beauty and happiness in the world as well as the darkness and despair. The writer discusses that Plath used her poetry to explore issues of rebirth even as she was getting to the point of taking her own life. The writer concludes that Plath's poetry should not be viewed as a reflection of her bouts of depression, but rather a reflection of her struggle against her depression.
From the Paper "Throughout her adult life, Plath struggled to overcome dark moods and what seemed to be an obsession with death. In 1953, at the age of twenty, her mother took her to a psychiatrist shortly after discovering that she had cut her own legs. Months earlier, Sylvia Plath had spent several weeks in New York as a guest editor at Mademoiselle Magazine. This experience seemed to have been a turning point in her life in which she had difficulty handling the pressure she put on herself. The self-mutilation was merely a symptom of this and the psychiatrist quickly diagnosed her as suffering from severe depression. Already, she had contemplated the suicide that would eventually be her fate, as her diaries showed."
Abstract This paper discusses three articles on data collection and analysis tools and their applications. This includes data mining, data warehousing and software packages used in the collection. This paper also analyzes the needs of the business upon which the correct data collection and analysis tools are selected.
From the Paper "Business today has more and more need for external consultants to use data collection and analysis tools in order to make assessment of business operations and processes. Many of the methods used today are computer-based, including software that does much of the job but still requires an able human operator to make decisions and input the correct information. Various analysts have made assessments of these methods to see how they are used and how effective they may be. Such tools are also used for analyzing performance in education, for assessing public programs, and for other tasks requiring a decision as to the value of a program or process. Bielski (2001) discusses the use of CRM, or Customer Resource Management system, which is used to track customer purchases while providing access to customer information using the computer. "
Abstract This essay discusses collective bargaining at the European level. The paper answers three questions posed by the customer: What are the main challenges to collective bargaining at the European level, what are the main legal challenges at the European level and finally, is collective bargaining at the European level possible today and in the future and if not, why not.
From the Paper "European nations have made a lot of progress in recent year in moving toward a more unified Europe. The countries have already converted to a single currency, the euro. Now as they state to think about increasing globalization even further, many trade unions from the differing countries would have and interest in coming together and collective bargaining jointly. However, there several hurdles in the way of this goal."
Abstract This paper debates the collection efficiency of child support by the government or private industry. It illustrates in detail the government's collection backlog and its inability to handle the immediate needs of families. The paper explores the possibility of overhauling the government system and setting up cooperation between the government and yet to be established private agencies.
Table of Contents
I. Introduction
II. Pulling Strings, Pulling Hairs
III. Combining the Best of Both Worlds
IV. Conclusion
V. References
From the Paper "The holiday season is upon us. Many consumers are currently participating in a frenzied shopping attempt to find just the right gifts for just the right purpose. It is a time of joy, a time of giving and a time of watching children's faces light up as they open their gifts. This is the way it is in most American households but for millions of children across the nation it won"t even come close. Children who live in single parent households and do not receive their child support on time or in many cases at all, will be facing a bleak holiday. And while the absence of holidays will be hard enough for these children, the struggle to pay for life itself faces their parents each and every day. Child support is not a luxury. It is the absent parent's contribution to the living needs of their children. It is rent, it is food, it is haircuts and sports, it is water, it is the phone bill and it is the braces on their teeth. Millions of non-custodial parents are currently behind in their child support payments. The government seems overwhelmed with the task of collecting the funds and private companies have begun to spring up throughout America. Is it a good idea for the government to release its hold on the child support collection issue and allow private industry to step in" Or should the government concentrate on fixing its problems and maintaining control? The best answer may be to utilize the best of both worlds and combine the two. "
Tags: child, support, collection, private, industry, families, non-custodial, parents, america
Examination of the collective bargaining process in state and local government according to John Piskulich in his book "Collective Bargaining in State and Local Governments".
Abstract This paper is a review of John Piskulich's book "Collective Bargaining in State and Local Governments". The paper covers Piskulich's discussion of policymakers, the role of unions, the various dimensions of the bargaining process, the history of the policy making process and the obstacles policy makers face.
From the Paper "In his book John Piskulich attempts to uncover why and how to manage collective bargaining. "Collective Bargaining in State and Local Governments" discusses how the collective bargaining process in the public sector has grown from a state of infancy to maturity. He makes note that policymakers are currently in a state of flux, constantly changing and modifying current regulations to keep up with the dynamic environments in which they work. John Piskulich emphasizes in his work that public-sector unions act as a significant force in operating government agencies."
Abstract This paper examines whether or not it is professional and ethical for nurses to engage in collective bargaining. In particular, the paper focuses on the appropriateness of nurses going -- or threatening to go -- on strike. The paper asks whether striking is an abandonment of the patient. The paper also reviews the purpose behind collective bargaining -- what it is intended to achieve and how it functions, particularly in unions for health care professionals.
Abstract The following assignment is for a third year sociology course. The topic discussed is collective social behaviour. The collective social behavior examined in this assignment is anti-war demonstrations. The writer uses social contagion theory and emergent norm theory in order to examine the nature of anti-war demonstrations.
From the Paper "Collective behavior is a very broad area of study. For example, in Collective Behavior Erich Goode states, 'Rumors and legends, fads, and collective protest- these and other social phenomena make up the subject matter of the field of collective Behavior'. Collective behavior is the relatively spontaneous, unstructured, extra institutional behavior of a fairly large number of individuals. The fact that collective behavior is such a diverse area of study means that many activities can be used to examine it. For this paper, demonstrations against the war in Iraq or anti-war demonstrations as they are commonly called will be used to examine many of the theories about collective behavior."
Abstract This paper presents an overview of the trash collection and waste-hauling industry. The paper focuses on the niche available to 1-800-Got Junk within this industry.
Tags: Trash Collection and Waste-Hauling Services, industry analysis
Abstract This paper anaylzes the spiritual rebirth and development of the main character, Felix Prosper, in the book "The Double Hook". It describes Felix's initial 'place' in life, and details his changes throught the course of events that are played out in the story.
From the Paper "In Sheila Watson's The Double Hook, events and images conspire to entangle Felix Prosper in the town's regeneration, taking him from his lonely contentment to the heart of the community and leading him to his own rebirth. Felix is a man content in the serenity of his life. He takes no action, contented to sit in the sun, fish, and play his fiddle (31). A succession of wrongful actions by James Potter force changes in Felix and the town. Felix is called on in response to these actions. Within Felix is the power of a spiritual leader. Throughout the novel Felix is forced to deal with the consequences of James? actions. Through his responses to others and himself, Felix finds the power within him to be a spiritual leader and is himself reborn along with the town."
Abstract In this essay, the writer discusses the urban renewal of the city of Detroit. The paper discusses the efforts to revitalize a city that has been hit hard by white flight. The writer discusses that poverty and the collapse of basic infrastructure are also factors that have damaged the city. The writer examines whether or not Detroit is undergoing a positive rebirth.
From the Paper "A Renaissance can be defined as a revival of learning the arts, culture, politics and sciences. A Renaissance involves a rise into the modern world, a cultural rebirth of enlightenment and new discovery. Detroit has experienced something of a Renaissance and the city's rebirth will be discussed in this paper. Amy Lane writing in Crain's Detroit Business tells readers that Detroit Renaissance Incorporated was formed by business leaders concerned ..."
Tags: Detroit, cultural renaissnce, rebirth of a city, social, economic, political, education system, health care agencies, poor, minority, displacement, lofts, real estate gentrification.
A discussion of the book "Rebirth: A Political History of Europe since WWII "by Cyril E. Black, R.D. English, J.E. Helmreich, A.J. McAdams, and P.C. Helmreich.
Abstract The paper covers the political history as depicted in the book, "Rebirth: A political history of Europe Since WWII" by Cyril E. Black et al. Specifically, the paper discusses why certain European countries decided to merge their economic policies after World War II.
From the Paper "There were several factors that led to this decision to band economies together. The authors of Rebirth write, "The divisions of Europe over security matters led to economic alignments that carried important implications for the defense capabilities of each region" (Black, English, Helmreich, McAdams & Helmreich, 2000, p. 58). Clearly, the divisions of east and west and Soviet and Democratic were key issues in forming economic bonds. There were others, as well. After the war, most of Europe was on shaky economic ground. Banding economies together was one way to strengthen them and help economic growth, so it made sense for many countries to create economies in common."
Abstract This paper examines how collective bargaining is the process by which a group of people gets together and bargains together for a common goal that concerns all the people involved. In particular, it looks at how the concept has been gaining in popularity over recent years and how professionals are beginning to truly understand the role of unions and the role they play in the making of decisions in a company.
Outline
The Process of Collective Bargaining
Collective Bargaining in the Private Sector
Collective Bargaining in the Public Sector
Why is Collective Bargaining Limited?
History of the Collective Bargaining Process
Norris Laguardia Act
NLR Act
Fair Labor Standards Act
Taft-Hartley
Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act
Certification and De-Certification
How Does a Labor Management Contract Affect the Budget of an Organization
Conclusion
From the Paper "Collective bargaining in Germany takes place at the regional level, but can also in some cases take place at the company or even at the national levels. The trade unions may sign up 'collective contracts' either with employer's associations or with individual employers, and these contracts are legally binding for everyone who has been involved in the negotiations -in part due to the principle of 'equal treatment' wherein all workers of the company are bound under any contract signed by the company after negotiations with employees and unions. The industry level collective bargaining efforts in Germany covered the construction business and the consumer non-durable business, and also the transport and communication industries, to quote a few. "
Abstract The paper discusses labor relations and the relative merits or weaknesses of certain collective bargaining agreements. The paper explains that when an employer and a union representative engage in a bilateral decision making process, it is termed labor contract negotiations, or more recently a collective bargaining situation. The paper relates that the effect of the collective bargaining agreements on major league sports in the United States has been very significant to all labor relations. The paper offers a recent example of the uses of collective bargaining as was seen in the application of a contract for the players of the National Football League. The paper concludes that ultimately, the advent of the collective bargaining agreement within sports has been beneficial since it decreases the number of strikes and lockouts and keeps the players, owners and fans happy.
From the Paper "For many years, players of team sports were not considered to be workers who labored in a way that would be covered by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). In fact, in 1922, the Supreme Court stated that baseball clubs were accepted from anti-trust regulations and this effectively thwarted any attempts by baseball players to unionize for even the most basic protections. What one must remember is that these sports teams, while generally only focusing on the players, have other employees and so sport protection came with the allowance of the baseball players to engage in collective bargaining in 1969."
Abstract This paper examines how employees? unions have traditionally sought fairer wages and working hours and more humane working conditions through the formal process called collective bargaining between a union and the employer. It discusses how under federal labor laws, most private sector workers have the right to collective bargaining but not to those who work for state governments and institutions. Policemen and firefighters are exceptions. It looks at how in recent years, however, public-sector employees have slowly gained the right to collective bargaining by forming coalitions and only after quasi-collective bargaining "meet-and-confer" efforts with public employers for many years.
From the Paper "In recent years, however, public-sector employees slowly gained the right to collective bargaining by forming coalitions and only after quasi-collective bargaining "meet-and-confer" efforts with public employers for many years (Malfaro). Teachers? unions have tried engaging in non-binding negotiations with school board through the process called consultation, sometimes fruitfully, sometimes not. But even when fruitful, the grant of their demands is not a matter of legal right on their part but only a favor on the part of the officials. These teachers? unions, nevertheless, resort to consultation and "meet-and-confer" arrangements in coming to terms with their employers on wages, teaching hours and working conditions. All in all, these efforts by the public sectors? unions have managed to secure fair bargaining laws in recent years. Besides collective bargaining rights, workers? unions have also sought equal rights for part-timers, family and paternity leaves, limits on working hours and a national minimum wage (BBC News 2000). "
Abstract This paper discusses collective actions, including both collective behavior and social movements, as sociological ideas; the place of collective behavior in warring society; and analyzes current literature on the subject. The paper demonstrates that, although collective behaviors are sometimes irrational and may violate several social norms, they are a very large part of war.
From the Paper "The second element of Smelser's theory is that of structural strain. For true collective action to occur there must be various sides of the situation that are in disagreement with one another. In times of war, great stress is felt by most members of society. This added stress makes individuals more likely to act in ways that are not defined by their existing social structure. This brings about social malaise, defined as a feeling of dissatisfaction and unhappiness (Smelser, 1962). It is these feelings of dissatisfaction that give rise to the actions that occur within collective behavior."
