Abstract
This paper offers two essays, one supporting the need for government regulation, the other denying it and supporting deregulation. The first notes that government regulation is necessary to assure safety, to prevent disease, to protect the rights of the individual, and to assure a level playing field in business. While one might argue that certain specific regulations are over-reaching or unnecessary, one must support the idea of regulation itself.

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"Government regulation is necessary to assure safety, to prevent disease, to protect the rights of the individual, and to assure a level playing field in business. While one might argue that certain specific regulations are over-reaching or unnecessary, one must support the idea of regulation itself, which after all was only undertaken once it was clear that the marketplace would not be effective in certain areas, such as enforcing safety rules, protecting consumers from fraud and misrepresentation, and reducing predatory practices on the part of business. Regulation typically refers to governmental efforts to control individual price, output, or product quality decisions of private firms in an effort to prevent purely private decision-making that would take inadequate account of the public interest. The first modern regulatory agency was established by Congress in 1887--the Interstate Commerce Commission--to control railroad rates. By the 1960s, government regulation was commonplace in the transportation..."

Tags:government, regulation, deregulation

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This paper consists of two separate papers, each five pages in length drawing information from the same three sources. Both papers tackle the same issue, through from diametrically opposed viewpoints. The first argues in favor of continued government regulation of the business community, while the second argues that regulation is a detriment to economic growth.

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"The United States has a history of government regulation of commerce traceable back to the first draft of the Constitution, which gives the federal government power to regulate interstate commerce. While the U.S. push for independence was partly in reaction to British overregulation of commerce in the colonies, this does not mean that the early United States government saw no wisdom in government regulation. Expansions of federal regulations of business and commerce since the early 19th century indicate that these regulations have been a successful means by which the..."

Tags:business, government, regulation

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This paper offers an analytical thinking Memo that critically analyzes a "Pro" and "Con" argument as to whether SUVs should face more government regulation because they are a threat to the environment and unsafe. Fallacies, reasons, claims and other aspects of each argument are analyzed and one argument selected as superior to the other.

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"In Joan Claybrook's Pro stance, the President of Public Citizen concludes that SUVs demand further government regulation because they threaten pedestrians, people in cars and the environment. In Gloria Bergquist's Con stance, the Senior Vice-President of the Alliance for Auto Manufacturing argues SUVs are highly regulated as is and are a reflection of automakers effectively meeting consumer demand. The issue is whether or not SUVs represent a threat to people and the..."

Tags:mileage, passenger vehicles, automakers, government, congress, constituents, regulatory action

Abstract
This paper explains that government regulation of commerce in the United States traces back to the first draft of the Constitution, which gives the federal government power to regulate interstate commerce. The author points out that the power of regulations of businesses allows the federal government to act on behalf of the public and provide protections for individuals who cannot manage on their own without collective support. The paper stresses that, far from being evil and ineffective, appropriate government regulations can have many positive effects such as reducing corporate excess and increasing accountability in the business world. The author underscores that, unfortunately, the presence of a regulatory agency or legislation is no guarantee of the successful achievement of that goal. The paper also argues that any regulation leveled at the business community is ultimately borne by the consumers who patronize those businesses and negatively impact innovation in products by raising costs for businesses.

Table of Contents:
Consumers and Businesses Benefit from Government Regulation
Government Regulation Harms Businesses

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"The reality is that the government is, by and large, an obstacle to increased prosperity and economic growth in industrialized nations. The traditional view of regulations is that it is the primary weapon or tool that the government has in its efforts to rein in the excesses of the business community. This attitude posits that business and commerce is somehow opposed to the interests of the public and that the government can act as a kind of "white knight" to protect the public and champion their interests in the face of corporations and businesses intent only on improving their bottom line and increasing profits."

Tags:interstate, collective, accountability, innovation, costs

Abstract
This paper presents two essays on government regulation. The first essay attempts to show how government regulations protect consumers and businesses and help maintain a stable economy. The paper discusses the merits of regulations about hazardous waste, vehicle lemon laws and monopoly and anti-trust laws. The second essay maintains that government regulations harm the economy by hurting businesses. This view portrays how government regulations are so restrictive that they make it impossible for businesses to operate, which negatively affects both consumers and the economy.

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"Since America was in its infancy, the public has looked to federal and state government agencies to protect it from harm. Whether it was the threat of international terrorism or scams from international gold diggers, society has turned to its government and asked it to regulate such activities to protect American residents. While the public recognizes and appreciates such efforts, it quickly changes its tune when it comes to government regulations with regard to business."

Tags:vehicle, lemon, laws, monopoly, anti-trust, interference

Abstract
This paper argues that government regulation in the United States since the middle of the 1990's - at both the state and federal levels - has steadily limited the areas wherein individuals can consume tobacco products. The paper further points out that tough state excise taxes have made it increasingly difficult for consumers to afford such goods. At the federal level, the United States government has pursued a policy of embracing stiff fines for those who have the audacity to smoke in areas where they are not supposed to smoke. The paper also discusses how the government has attacked the capacity of US tobacco firms to market their products to consumers during the course of the past several years.

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"The following paper will assert that government regulation in the United States since the middle of the 1990s - at both the state and federal levels - has steadily limited the areas wherein individuals can consume tobacco products; at the same time, tough state excise taxes have made it increasingly difficult for consumers to afford such goods however much they may want them. At the federal level, the United States government has pursued a policy of embracing stiff fines for those who have the audacity to smoke in areas where they are not supposed to smoke. With this matter..."

Tags:tobacco, united, states

Abstract
As noted in a previous proposal, the following paper is an analysis of how political realities, political institutions, political cultures and political dynamics (relationships between business and government, tensions between business sectors or industries and government, and even shifting alliances between various political parties or factions) all conspire to shape the automotive industry in Germany and in Canada. As one can well-imagine, the automotive sector is very important to both lands - both in terms of government revenues and in terms of keeping large numbers of domestic workers happily employed. Additionally, gaining a true understanding of the various factors which come together (or fall apart) in making the automotive sectors in each land behave as they do is a good entree into a broader discussion about how governments (and domestic political and institutional factors), even in the present age of globalization, can still shape such things as emissions standards, workplace safety, and treatment of labour in an age of globalization - though it must be said that states today (if Germany is any indication) are increasingly taking direction from supra-national bodies and unions. In any case, a glance at the literature suggests that Germany is actually less willing than Canada to dictate to its automotive sector, preferring a more cooperative, easy-going approach.

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A Comparative Analysis Paper of the German and Canadian Automotive Sectors: The Role of Government Regulation in Each Land As noted in a previous proposal, the following paper is an analysis of how political realities, political institutions, political cultures and political dynamics (relationships between business and government, tensions between business sectors or industries and government, and even shifting alliances between various political parties or factions) all conspire to shape the automotive industry in Germany and in Canada. As one can well-imagine, the automotive sector is very important to both lands - both in terms of government revenues and in terms of keeping large numbers

Tags:comparative, analysis, regulation

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The paper addresses the central arguments for and against the right to bear arms and possess guns. The paper comes to the conclusion that the question is not whether guns should be allowed or outlawed, but finding a medium through government regulation where the social benefits of guns can be balanced with the need to ensure that guns do not get into the wrong hands.

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"Gun control is a polarizing issue. This means that most people take extreme sides that place them on one side of the fence or another anti-gun or pro-gun. There are powerful arguments on both sides of the equation, but the pro gun lobby seems a bit jaded and detached in the means by which they hang on to an antiquated notion of the right to bear arms in order to protect their own self-centered desire to hold onto and possess dangerous and potentially lethal firearms. The reality is that under these extreme arguments, research reveals some social benefit to legalized guns, despite the fact that they are basically destructive items. Ultimately, the question is not whether guns should be allowed or outlawed, but finding a happy medium through government regulation where the social benefits of guns can be balanced with the greater need to ensure that guns don't get into the wrong hands in order to avoid the damage they otherwise can wreak. Guns do not have to be outlawed but they certainly and most clearly need to be controlled."

Tags:Second, Amendment, arms, regulation, military

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As the leading provider of networking products for the Internet, Cisco Systems uses e-commerce via the internet. Therefore, according to the paper, Cisco Systems adamantly opposes any government regulation, such as taxing internet traffic, that would impinge on the efficiency and growth of e-commerce. This paper looks at the ways in which Cisco Systems is affected by government regulation.

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"Other laws and proposed laws also have caused concern for both Cisco Systems and the industry. Both the Congress and several states are considering laws to protect individual privacy on the Internet. Both Cisco and the industry oppose such a law, holding that the industry can be more effective through self-regulation. Another law that has been proposed frequently by some members of Congress and by some states would apply taxation to Internet activity. Both Cisco and the industry argue that taxation would cripple e-commerce just as it is beginning to grow. Thus far, the lawmakers have backed down on taxation proposals for the Internet."

Tags:e-commerce, internet, growth, industry, products

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Maximization of stockholders wealth is a controversial objective, which is often viewed with skepticism by economic analysts and business experts. This paper discusses how it is generally believed that such an objective is rather unrealistic and cannot be achieved keeping the current regulations in view. It questions whether government imposed regulation in various areas, directly affect profitability and business operations. Some studies suggest that these regulations have a negative impact on stockholders wealth while others refute such claims. In this paper, the writer addresses these issue to find out if stockholders wealth is affected by regulations and if so, how.

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"For maximization of stockholder wealth, a corporation needs to retain control over its operations and the measures adopted for increased profitability. However this is only a fairytale situation, which is close to impossible in a country marred by a long list of regulations. Government imposes various kinds of regulations to protect American public from possible exploitation. However what it may not understand is the fact that not all but some of these regulations negatively affect profitability which in turn hurt stockholders wealth. (Whiteman-Jones, 1994)"

Tags:exploitation, profit, liquidity, investors