Abstract The paper examines problems in higher education that have resulted from economic neoliberalism. It examines how economic neo-liberalism has coerced concepts of privatization and corporatization throughout America and the field of higher education.
From the Paper "Politicians, economists and proponents of free market economics maintain that when U.S. corporations are profitable, widespread economic prosperity soon follows. This assumption is founded on the belief that money accumulated at the top of society circulates throughout all economic levels and increases consumer activity. This supposed auxiliary economic action has been closely associated with the Regan administration, becoming generally referred to as "Reganomics," because his administration espoused a "trickle down" theory of fiscal distribution. Since this ideology has been firmly embraced through the past several decades of presidential administrations, radical changes in both the number and scope of social and educational programs are evident."
Abstract This assignment serves as a briefing report about democratic accountability. The paper discusses integrating corporatism into the Canadian political system.
From the Paper "The sponsorship scandal involving the Federal Liberal government has shown how important democratic accountability is in a government. For example, in "Liberals on winning end of Gomery report" Don Martin states, Supervisors were blinded, whistleblowers fired, bids rigged, contracts fabricated, purposes circumvented and money diverted into Liberal accounts. Using strong, at times harsh and judgmental wording, Gomery nailed the liars, dissed the forgetful and credited the trustworthy to recreate the worst parts of a sponsorship program exhaustively examined by his commission of inquiry (Martin 1)."
Abstract This paper provides an analysis of the Harley Davidson company. The writer shows how Harley has used a unique approach to branding and maintaining an alignment between their corporate vision, culture and image. They have used many different methods to achieve a blend of active corporatism while still keeping their consumers feeling as though they "own" the brand and products associated with it.
From the Paper "Harley Davidson promotes the image that "things are different on a Harley". The most important feeling they promote with their brand is freedom. Freedom of life, freedom of the open road, freedom of the individual. It is said that no two Harley's are the same. From production to consumption, the owner is involved in the process of creating their own freedom, and living the Harley dream. Their bike becomes their own self-expression, and they live the lifestyle that they perceive to be a part of owning that bike. This is also done with the management team, as well as the CEO."
Abstract This paper takes a look at Jim Hightower's book, "There's Nothing in the Middle of the Road but Yellow Stripes and Dead Armadillos", and examines his views about conservatives (Republicans) and liberals (Democrats). The paper also considers the views that conservatives and liberals would have of Hightower and explains Hightower's view of the difference between populism and liberalism.
From the Paper "A Texas born writer Hightower ingrains his book with the dry wit of an experienced man and goes about dissecting bit by bit all that he sees wrong with corporate America. He does not pull any punches and criticizes directly what he feels is the problem with the country. As a populist he is proud and takes on the real power in this country-corporate money. He decided to write on the corporate corruption of Congress, corporate polluters, corporate media, corporate welfare and the gooberheads that get along with them. He wrote critically but not with rage, rather he uses s dry, humorous wit that has the reader in fits while feeling deep down that what they are laughing at is more a reason to cry about. (John Nichols 1997)"
Abstract This literary review discusses democratic accountability in terms of governmental change and responsibility. The paper advocates the radical change of corporatism instead of simple reform.
From the Paper "The integrity of Canada's demographic institutions seems to have been declining in recent years. For example, in "Liberals on winning end of Gomery report" Don Martin states, 'Supervisors were blinded, whistleblowers fired, bids rigged, contracts fabricated, purposes circumvented and money diverted into Liberal accounts.' Using strong, at times harsh and judgmental wording, Gomery nailed the liars, dissed the forgetful and credited the trustworthy to recreate the worst parts of a sponsorship program exhaustively examined by his commission of inquiry (Martin 1). This statement lists some of the deceptive and illegal activities that were connected to or committed by the Liberal Party. "
Abstract The paper examines the role of corporate entities in food production and distribution. The paper argues that we cannot discuss the human health aspects of local food production without critically addressing how the corporatization of food production and distribution has introduced numerous destabilizing health vectors in our food systems. The paper then shows how local food production is undeniably healthier than global food production and distribution.
From the Paper "These "chemical stews" impact human bodies in numerous, and often unexpected, ways. Consider, for example, the contemporary health controversy over the excess use of antibiotics which - because of their widespread presence in the human population - have been losing their valuable potential as disease-fighting tools of our medical system. Studies have found that as much as 70 percent of the antibiotics present in our bodies today is present not from personal usage but indirectly through the consumption of animals who themselves have been excessively treated with antibiotics (Larsen 2007, p.21)."
Relates the impact of President Carlos Salinas de Gortari of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) on the history of Mexico from 1968 to the present.
Abstract This paper explains that the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), the dominant political party in Mexico from 1930 until 2000, was notorious for acts of political and electoral repression and the ultimate mismanagement of the Mexican economy. The paper points out that the turning point in Mexican history was in 1988 when the PRI candidate Carlos Salinas de Gortari took office. The paper describes that Salinas was the target for the anger of the Mexican people; however, he also brought about many of the changes in Mexican policy and practice that ultimately lead to his party's first electoral defeat and the growth of the economy.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Decline of the PRI (1968-1987)
The Dismantling of the PRI and Corporatism (1988-Present)
From the Paper "During its elections in 2004, Mexico was devastated by political assassination, with paramilitary supporters of the PRI targeting leading resistance leaders and community-elected officials. Law-enforcement helmed violence at the polls has in some places become an anticipated element of the current democratic process. This speaks to the overwhelming popular support for community leadership in contrast to either the former vestiges of the PRI or the failing commissions of the National Action Party, itself understandably viewed by many as a mere reenactment of the crumbled PRI."
Abstract This paper explains that the post-World War II years in Canada witnessed the fight for labor reform, resulting in great strides by the labor movement in advancing the conditions, rights and wages of the workforce. To illustrate the history of this achievement, the author discusses the origins of the post-war collective bargaining system, the labor movement in Quebec, ethnically split labor markets, immigrant working women and the organization of the civil service. The 1946 steel strike, the 1965 postal strike and the generational conflict in the labor movement of the 1960s are also presented in the paper to underscore the difficulties encountered by the Canadian labor movement.
Table of Contents:
Objective
Growth in Union Membership and the Labor Movement
Government Legislation - Supports Collective Bargaining
Government Order-in-Council P.C. 2685
NASCO Organized by SWOC
New Policy and Collective Bargaining Act Passed
Labor Court - Collective Bargaining Act Details
Corporatism Evolves into Business Reform
Liberal Humanism and Economic Planning
Ethnically Submerged Split Labor Market
Porters Unionized in 1942 and Establish Agreement in1945
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "It is related that, in June of 1940, the government proclaimed order-in-council P.C 2685: a declaration of principles which the government hoped labor and management would adopt. It was the government's hope to proactively address unrest in the industrial sector and thereby "prejudice the war effort." This order was a formula that addressed resolving disputes and provided encouragement to employers to recognize unions voluntarily as well as good faith negotiation and dispute resolution in a conciliatory fashion."
Abstract This paper provides a look at how economics have evolved throughout history to arrive at what economists understand it to be today. The paper considers the ideas and thoughts of several known economists in history like Robert Fogel and John Maynard Keynes and explains how their questions and conclusions relating to the economy have made significance influence to society. The paper also discusses events in history that helped shaped economists' ideology on the subject, such as the downfall of the Gold Standard, the uprising of Fascist corporatism in the western part of Europe, and the five year projects of Soviet Union and the Great Depression. Lastly, the author examines different schools of economy thought like the classical school and the neo-classical school and why criticism is a way to promote a better economy.
From the Paper "Economics is a broad subject and economists have applied several methods to arrive at conclusions relating to the economy. Economics has to consider various factors like society and the culture which molded the subject. These factors are the basics of economy which everyone in society should look forward to. History of economics and the initiatives put forward to measure them began with the various questions raised regarding the economy."
