Abstract
This paper explains that, in Martin Scorsese's "Raging Bull", Jake La Motta (Robert DeNiro) is constantly at odds with himself and with the people around him. The author points out Scorsese's use of the formal elements of film making to convey the visceral nature of what it is like to be in the ring and even to be one of the fighters during a fight. The paper describes, scene by scene, a pivotal sequence, the second fight between Jake La Motta and Sugar Ray Robinson, which demonstrates this visceral effect through lighting and composition for mise en scene, camera work for cinematography, editing and sound. The paper concludes that, in this sequence, Scorsese effectively plays with time, framing, light and sound to create feelings of defenselessness and power, victory and shame, during and after a pivotal and crucial fight.

From the Paper
"The first shot of the sequence begins as a handheld, high angled close-up on Sugar Ray Robinson's feet, dancing and shifting about in the ring. We hear a commentator on the stadium speakers, and the cheering crowd as La Motta's feet enter the frame. A title appears in the bottom center of the frame: "La Motta vs Sugar Ray Robinson Detroit 1943" in true 1940s television style. The camera rises (or tilts) up to reveal the back torso of La Motta and Robinson in front of him, ready to fight. Then we see a medium close-up of Robinson, over La Motta's left shoulder."

Tags:defenselessness power close-up lighting, mise en scene

Abstract
This paper examines two distinct inventions: light bulbs and solar energy. First it discusses the incandescent light bulb and its inventor, Thomas Alva Edison, and explore the differences between incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs. Then the long history and increasing importance of solar power and its modern applications are discussed.

From the Paper
"On December 31st, 1879, after years of work and many experiments, Thomas Alva Edison gave the first demonstration of the incandescent light bulb at his laboratory in Menlo Park, New Jersey. He was assisted in his invention by Francis Upton, a Princeton Graduate who supplied the mathematical and theoretical expertise that Edison lacked. This invention established Edison's reputation as the world's greatest inventor. Before his invention, electric arc lighting was used to produce light. In this lighting system, lights were connected in a series circuit, so if one failed, the rest of the bulbs on the circuit also failed. (First Public Demonstration?)

Edison was able to spend so much time and money on the invention of the light bulb because of his reputation as an inventor. He had the support of financiers such as J.P. Morgan and the Vanderbilts. They established the Edison Light Company and loaned Edison $30,000 for research and development. (First Public Demonstration?)"

Tags:bulb, light, paper, power, research, solar

Abstract
This paper is based on the short story, "So Much Water, So Close to Home," from the book, "Where I'm Calling From," by Raymond Carver. The paper discusses Mrs. Kanes discovery of Stuarts lack of compassion. It gives examples from the book of times when Stuart acted without compassion, and how Mrs. Kane dealt with his actions.

From the paper:

"In 'So Much Water, So Close to Home' the main character, Mrs. Kane, uses the tragedy of the her husband's discovery to learn that Stuart lacks the ability to show human compassion by his downgrading the discovery to 'nothingness' and that unless he changes or she begins to act now, she will be drug down with him and end up not much better than the girl found floating in the water."

Tags:calling, carver, close, home, much, short, so, story, water

Abstract
The paper relates that Canada is blessed with a relatively plentiful amount of fresh water and, as fresh-water reservoirs and aquifers around the world become over-burdened and/or begin to dry up, Canada will find itself in a powerful position because of its abundant water resources - though it should be cautioned that these resources are not as abundant as some might claim. Nonetheless, the paper discusses how because fresh water is essential to human life, water might well prove to be as important - if not more important - than oil is now. Ultimately, the paper argues that the nation of Canada could be a major international player in the control and management of water and could leverage this power into other forms of power, too (such as diplomatic power or economic power). The paper concludes, however, that Canada does have plenty of challenges before any of that happens.

From the Paper
"The following paper will argue that Canada will be a major water supplier in the twenty-first century - but not necessarily the global super-power in this regard. Nonetheless, the nation is blessed with a relatively plentiful amount of fresh water and, as fresh-water reservoirs and aquifers around the world become over-burdened and/or begin to dry up, Canada will find itself in a powerful position because of its abundant water resources - though it should be cautioned that these resources are not as abundant as some might claim. Nonetheless, because fresh water is essential to human life, water might well prove to be as important - if..."

Tags:global, water, super, power

Abstract
This paper gives an in-depth analysis of congressional power and why congress has been abdicating power to the executive branch. It further discusses two points of view: that Congress is becoming impotent, or Congress is operating as it was set up to.

From the Paper
"Some scholars have alleged that Congress is becoming increasingly impotent while others maintain that the institution is operating precisely as it was set up to. This paper will briefly analyze both points of view and will point to some measures that Congress has enacted in order to rebut those who believe that it has been shirking its responsibilities. It will conclude, however, that Congress has been remiss in pursuing its oversight responsibilities over the executive branch. Some observers believe that Congress and the gridlock that all too often occurs..."

Tags:congress, power, function, separation of powers, checks, balances

Abstract
Modern organizations, particularly the state and corporate conglomerations, represent the historically unprecedented concentrations of power. This paper is about how people living in a supposed free society ended up legitimizing and giving approval to their own oppression and domination. Weber predicted that corporate power would help facilitate this development. Chomsky demonstrated how the particulars work in connection to the mass media. In a nutshell, this is about the issue of capitalism. Producers and advertisers have an interest in reinforcing certain ideologies, because, in their world, minorities, women and the poor should be relegated to certain spheres. This is, therefore, a political battle -- it is a class war. Economic elites retain their power by shaping and moulding social reality through the means of mass media.

Tags:POLITICAL SCIENCE / STUDIES IN DEMOCRACY, LIBERALISM, corporate power

Abstract
This essay describes the use of fear, humiliation, and physical force to create power structures out of thin air and people's assumptions - the "invisible power" of the title. The novel, about a Catholic boys' high school in the 1960s, treats these themes with astonishing frankness, and allows us to see the creation of power and advantage by people who use others' fears and weaknesses to build up their own status and influence.

Tags:chocolate, war, power

Abstract
This paper consists of a brief biography of the man including his education and predisposition to prints. Next, the general area of printmaking is covered, segueing into Chuck Close's techniques which were innovative. There is also a section on the collaborative process as it pertains to printmaking and then specifically Close's. Last, specfic prints are selected and the technique used for the desired effect is explored.

From the Paper
"One of the world's leading artists, Chuck Close's art focuses on portraits of himself and his friends and family, often produced on a large scale. His achievements in photography and painting were well established by the 1960's, but it was not until 1972 that he undertook the printmaking. It is his talent as a printmaker that is the subject of this paper.
"Brief Biography and Description of Art: Born in 1940, Close's father was an unsuccessful inventor and his mother a trained musician. As a boy he suffered from poor health and learning..."

Tags:printmaking, chuck, close

Abstract
The paper looks at the text with an eye towards summarizing the contents of the book, examining the strength of the book's arguments, and capturing the strengths - and weaknesses - of the writer's style. The paper shows how the text is well-written and provocative, but it essentially asks the United States to place concerns about how others feel about it above its own national interests; the paper concludes that ultimately, international politics is not a popularity contest and nations that engage in "popularity contests" sometimes end up on the short end of history.

From the Paper
"The following paper examines Stephen M. Walt's text, "Taming American Power". Specifically, the paper looks at the text with an eye towards summarizing the contents of the book, with an eye towards examining the strength of the book's arguments, and with an eye towards capturing the strengths - and weaknesses - of the writer's style. All in all, the text is well-written and provocative, but it essentially asks the United States to place concerns about how others feel about it above its own national interests; ultimately, international politics is not a popularity contest and nations that engage in "popularity contests" sometimes end up on the..."

Tags:american, walt, power

Abstract
This paper examines how the modern concept of power in organizations has changed the role of the manager and the role of employees. The paper goes on to suggest that in today's workplace, a manager is no longer one who exercises absolute authority. The manager's role is now that of a facilitator and catalyst. As a result of this change in the concept of power, the controlling function of leadership has evolved. Today's employees enjoy a greater degree of control and power that was unheard of ten years ago.

From the Paper
"In today's society, human beings are exposed to and strongly influenced by many types of power. As a result of globalization and innovative technology, managers and employees alike are seeing rapid changes in their workplaces. The changes affect millions of people personally, as they have to deal with company downsizing and learning new skills."

Tags:personal, power, modern, organizational, theory, legitimate, power, referent, power, expert, power