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Curriculum and Reforms, 2008.
An analysis of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) and the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA).
2,344 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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This paper discusses some of the reforms that have been made to the curriculum taught in schools in the United States. It begins by discussing the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), which was signed in 2002 by President Bush. It looks at the aims of the NCLB Act and the arguments against it. It then discusses the aims, successes and issues with the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA) of 2004.
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"The National Commitee of Parents and Advocates organized to protect IDEA does voice one additional concern over the 2004 amendments to the IDEA. While there was once a provision for full funding of the program for the schools, there is now only partial funding through the federal government. This is a cause for concern for many districts that are struggling with existent issues and that will now be required to make changes that will put a strain on already tight budgets ("IDEA 2004", 2004, para. 3). This concern, however, is minimal when it is considered that there are students that are not receiving an adequate education in a national educational system that is supposed to be one of the finest in the world and that has obviously been remiss in its efforts to teach all students."
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The China-Taiwan Issue, 2008.
This paper explores the China-Taiwan conflict and its solution.
1,612 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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The paper describes how the island of Taiwan has long been a territory under some form of Chinese rule. The paper relates that the current political turmoil between China and Taiwan has its roots in the Chinese civil war in the early part of the last century. The paper notes the American support of an independent Taiwan that ensured it did not fall to the Communists. The paper shows how the solution to the difficulties between Mainland China and Taiwan is not a political one, but an economic and commercial one.
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"The cross-strait relationship between China and Taiwan has been a point of geo-political concern since the end of World War II following the removal of Japanese colonial control when the Island experienced a brief period of political independence. This period was short-lived since only a few years later the island was inundated with Chiang Kaishek's Nationalist troops fleeing Mainland China and Mao Zedong's Communist troops. While the island of Taiwan has been variously claimed and ignored by Chinese dynasties throughout history, it was not until it was used as a place of refuge for the Goumingtang, or the Nationalists as they are known in English, that it morphed into a long-term point of contention for China and a line in the sand, as it were, for Western democracy and a buffer against Communist dominance in the region."
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The United States International Empire, 2008.
This paper explores how the United States gained its unparalleled foothold in the influence of international economy and politics.
774 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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The paper looks at Walter LaFeber's "Michael Jordan and the New Global Capitalism" where LaFeber emphasizes the 'branding of capitalism' concept. The paper also examines Andrew Bacevich's "American Empire: The Realities and Consequences of U.S. Diplomacy". The paper utilizes these works to analyze the strength and influence of the United States in the international community.
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"Global capitalism has become the dominant force for international relations and economy. Many attribute the innovation of advanced communications and automated systems technology as a driving catalyst in bringing the world 'closer together' (Engardio, 2000, para. 1). However, the United States still remains the most dominant international figurehead in the global arena. Whether the issue is free market trades and tariff issues or military action, the United States has placed itself in a position of precedence that is unrivaled by any other country."
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President Carter and Governing Politics, 2006.
An analysis of the validity of President Jimmy Carter's statement on centrist politics and small-scale militarism in the 20th and 21st centuries.
762 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 27.95
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This paper evaluates Jimmy Carter's statement on the limits of the use of military force abroad and the growing lack of pluralism in American government and explains that it is a truthful and historical valid comment for American today. The paper also looks at how events after WWII helped engineer a growing powerful economic apparatus of the World Bank and trading markets that greatly lessened the need for the large-scale wars of the past. The paper further suggests that the centrism of American government has been a growing problem due to the increase of moderates from the Democrat and Republican parties that are forcing single-issue politics and narrow plurality in governance, and that President Carter provides valid and objective truths in his statements on the trends in governing.
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"President Carter states in 1980 that there will be a greatly lessened capacity to rely on the military than had been seen in previous generations, such as those of World War I and World War II. He states that there will be: Limits on the use of military power abroad, the limits of manipulation without harm to ourselves (of) a delicate and balanced natural environment (Carter). One reason he is correct in making this statement is that the policy of American militarization has decidedly taken a different turn in previous Presidencies. President John F. Kennedy also makes this same statement on militaristic limitations, but defines the reasons why NATO and the United Nations played a role in creating this historical change in American policy in the world."
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Saving Social Security: An Economic Analysis, 2005.
An examination of how economic analysis can be used to understand and possibly rectify the crisis within social security.
783 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper discusses the need for intervention in the social security program. It explains that failure to address the issues surrounding the changes within the American society might result in the collapse of the retirement fund. The writer advocates that economists need to focus on the macroeconomic issues within the society and devise an optimizing plan that efficiently allocates scarce resources. The writer also looks at policy makers who want to dismantle the program, and others who speculate that the program can be reformed without dismantling and remarks that a change is necessary.
Outline:
Introduction
The Social Security Crisis
Saving Social Security: Recommendations From Economists
Conclusion
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"According to Carson et al, "social security is an ongoing intergenerational transfer mechanism" (page, 161), where the working age population is taxed to support retirees, that is, a pay-as-you-go system. However, America is facing a generational crisis that posits to the demise of the system. The American population is aging and life expectancy is increasing. It is projected that there will be a point where the aging post-employed population will have higher proportions in relation to the younger working population."
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State and Local Tax Issues, 2008.
An analysis of state sales tax and the development of tax policy in the United States.
2,304 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper examines state and local tax issues in the United States. It begins by analyzing the state sales taxes, describing the history behind the implementation of the tax and how it is viewed in the current economy. The paper then looks at the development of an equitable tax policy and the issues that local and state authorities face today with regards to this policy.
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Sales Tax
Tax Policy
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"Another issue is whether the development of a more equitable tax system would be a proportional tax system in which all taxes are adjusted by real income. This type of tax system is also termed a flat tax system where everyone would pay the same percentage of their income in taxes and regressive tax policies would be reworked to account for income levels (Stocker 147). While some of this might be impractical such as adjusting sales tax by income, the flat tax rate within the progressive tax system is conceivable albeit a difficult challenge for local and state authorities to implement without federal support and oversight to a degree."
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The Vietnam War, 2008.
An analysis of the Vietnam War as a war against communism and its outcome.
825 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper analyzes the Vietnam war as a war by the United States, against communism. It looks briefly at the background to the Vietnam War and the reasons for America's involvement in the region. It then discusses the failure of the United States to conduct a war based on ideology and the effect this had on the outcome of the war. The paper concludes that the Vietnam War aided the Communist revolution and was detrimental to the United States foreign policy against Communism.
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"The Vietnam War is known as one of the biggest mistakes in United States foreign policy. In an effort to control the spread of Communism, the United States entered the war simply based on principle. The lack of dedication, other than military resources, points to wrongful intentions, inaccurate allocation of resources, and ultimately the disappointment of the South Vietnamese citizens. Even though more than half a million United States troops were deployed in the Vietnam War, it is apparent that the lack of cohesive military strategy and the ability to adjust to environmental factors led to the downfall of the campaign. In essence, the Vietnam War aided the Communist revolution, and was detrimental to the United States foreign policy against Communism."
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American Institution, 2008.
An analysis of the institution of marriage and the debate over gay marriage and how it fits in with the concept of institutional development.
1,119 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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This paper discusses the importance of institutional development in helping countries and governments to create and fortify precedent development objectives. It provides an example of the institutional development of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and it discusses American Democracy in terms of institutional development. The paper finally discusses the institution of marriage and the debate over gay marriage and how these topics fits in with this concept of institutional development.
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"In my opinion, democracy is in danger when registered voters go to the polls and experience a waiting game or new voting machines have glitches, which makes voting frustrating. Democracy is in danger when the votes are counted and there are inaccuracies among the counts for the electors. Democracy is in danger when enthusiasts gerrymandering make certain that elections are over before the registered voters vote. Democracy is in danger when government procedures intimidate basic civil independence. Democracy is in danger when special interest groups distribute money or other monetary gifts for election campaigns."
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Marx, Weber and Canada, 2007.
This paper compares the theories of Karl Marx's and Max Weber and then attempts to apply their ideas to the reality of Central Canada.
1,950 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 62.95
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This paper explains that Karl Marx's theories of class include economic, political and cultural/ideological elements as being intrinsically interconnected as compared to Max Weber, who saw the economy as distinct from society and the concept of class as being less important than a person's particular spot in the economy. The author points out that, compared to Weber, Marx's view of class and class distinctions seems to make the mistake of viewing a class as a 'thing' as though all members of the proletariat were the same, had the same ways of seeing their reality or an identical position in the capitalist order. The paper stresses that the drab focus of these and other theorists on race, class, gender and ethnicity, which they hypothesized to be so terribly important in the relation to income and opportunity, is not substantiated when examining the culture of central Canada.
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Marx vs. Weber
The Contemporary Reality in Central Canada
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"In fact, if one has observed different parts of central Canadian society, one can object to what is presented in Peter Newman's "The Canadian Establishment". In referring to an 'old money' as opposed to 'new' money culture, a number of remarks appear that require qualification on the part of persons having known menial work. ... There is an equalitarian spirit less often found in other societies in awareness of persons having the struggle of their ancestors to become established or make something of themselves."
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Armed Robbery Laws, 2006.
An analysis of the suggestion to increase sentencing for the offense of armed robbery.
1,256 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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This paper examines if the recommendation toward altering sentencing laws for the offense of armed robbery is valid. It explains that this recommendation is viewed as a means of providing a stronger deterrence to the crime of armed robbery, as well as providing the possibility of sending a message to offenders that this type of crime will not be tolerated throughout society. The writer notes that doubling the base sentence at this time would then set up a situation in which the final punishment is significantly greater than the crime. The writer believes that the intent to alter the basic sentence for armed robbery be halted at this time. The writer further suggests that changes in the basic sentencing for armed robbery may prove to be unconstitutional in relation to excessive sentencing, allowing the guilty to be released and the purpose of any type of legislation in regard to this issue to fail to meet its objectives.
From the Paper
"Armed robbery is considered a serious offense because of the various factors that can be present during the process of the criminal act, to include loss of life due to the presence of a weapon. While there may be changes requested to the sentencing in relation to certain crimes, the Federal Sentencing Guidelines provide the basis by which judges may impose sentence, and until recently this document has served as a mandatory issue in the sentencing in relation to all criminal acts."
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Labor Unions' Power, 2008.
This paper discusses the state of the American labor movement today.
2,151 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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The paper examines three works that analyze the downfall of the American labor movement, but also provide positive information on the transformation of the labor union organizational structure. The paper discusses labor unions' aggressive grassroots campaign, their extension of member demographics and their efforts to establish legitimacy. The paper concludes that, although smaller in size, the influence of labor unions in the political arena is still strong and through expansion and reinvention, labor unions may become the driving force of labor market issues in the 21st century.
Outline:
Labor Organization and Movement
Expanding the Grassroots Campaign
Legitimacy and Organizational Structure
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"The state of the modern American labor movement has seen a drastic change since the congressional and election reforms of the 1970's. Not only did the McGovern reforms eliminate the influence of political party leaders, it served to change the strategic approach of labor unions in the political arena. Additionally, the McGovern Reforms of 1972 addressed the partiality in the Democratic delegation, and hindered the labor unions from seating specific delegates that were labor friendly. In this sense, labor unions were forced to choose Democratic candidates much more wisely, and impaired the standard blanket effort to sponsor multiple Democratic candidates in a single race."
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Philanthropic and Business Values, 2008.
This paper explores business and philanthropic values as it pertains to the homeless in Calgary.
1,546 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper outlines the notable characteristics of philanthropic and business values by looking at two articles. The paper presents an interview conducted with three individuals representing the government, the philanthropic community and the business sector. The paper outlines the barriers, opportunities, risks and rewards these individuals feel people should be aware of as they attempt to make multi-sector collaborations work. The paper illustrates the challenges the city of Calgary faces as it comes to terms with its growing homeless problem.
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"In her extensive investigation of philanthropic and business values and how the two often diverge (and occasionally, perhaps unwittingly, converge), Marion Peters Angelica (2002a) writes that philanthropy is based upon the religious ideal - found in all the great religions of the world - that it is better to give than to receive and that the most noble work is that work dedicated to the betterment of the larger community and to the amelioration of the plight of the vulnerable/infirm. Within the American context, Peters (2002a) points out that there is a long tradition of involuntary associations springing up which have made it their fundamental objective to serve the needs of the downtrodden; to wit, over time philanthropic corporations (most notably hospitals, but also educational institutions) emerged in America and their rise to prominence was joined by the advent of philanthropic foundations devoted to distributing the great wealth of prominent American families and individuals."
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Impact of Globalization, 2008.
This paper discusses the impact of globalization and looks at why the benefits outweigh the risks.
761 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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In this article, the writer looks at the extraordinary impact of globalization upon the modern world. The writer argues that, while certainly not perfect, the permeable borders globalization makes possible is a key ingredient in making the global south and the entire developing world more prosperous than ever before. The writer maintains that more than that, the technologies associated with globalization - and their dispersal - will surely go a very long way towards reducing environmental degradation in developing lands. The writer concludes that while far from perfect, globalization does bind nations together in a manner that lessens the risk of warfare and strife and the growth of foreign direct investment and comparatively well-paying jobs in facilities built by wealthy foreign multinationals offers families in developing lands economic opportunities they would not have otherwise.
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"On the other hand, John A. Powell and S.P. Udayakumar claim that globalization has benefited the global north extravagantly while doing far less for those in the South. Additionally, the aforementioned writers argue that the United States, as the world's one great super-power, has pushed for a global trade agenda that is inimical to the interests of labour at home and abroad. As they see it, the USA has used its disproportionate power in international bodies such as the International Monetary Fund to push for the liberalization of trade and investment at the expense of environmental and labour-force concerns. As well, those same authors insist that democracy suffers in large measure because powerful global institutions committed to furthering the goals of capital effectively undermine the efficacy of the state while, at the same time, globalization prompts the state to serve the bidding of organized capital."
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Aviation Disasters, 2008.
An analysis of whether the families of plane crash victims have been treated fairly over the last 15 years.
2,366 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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There are few things more tragic than the unexpected loss of a loved one. With this in mind, this paper looks at how the grieving families of plane crash victims have been treated by the National Transportation Safety Board, by the airline industry, by the courts, and by the United States government over the course of the last 15 years. In so doing, it hopes to illustrate that many of the pertinent authorities have frequently fallen short in satisfying their ethical and moral obligations to the loved ones of crash victims - and towards the memory of those who perished.
From the Paper
"In some important respects, recent history shows that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has not always well-served the families of those who lost their lives in jetliner crashes. For example, victims' families have frequently complained that the NTSB has done a poor job of keeping them informed about the progress of investigations. At the same time, the surviving loved ones of crash victims have often expressed displeasure at the fact that airlines have made families wait for hours before confirming that a brother, sister, mother, father, grandparent was on-board a downed jetliner ("Helping the Families," 1996). "
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Labor Unions, 2008.
This paper explores the influence of public labor unions today.
2,226 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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The paper discusses the history of labor unions and disagrees with the belief that labor unions are archaic and provide few benefits to workers in the 21st century. The paper explores the political power and influence that labor unions have in shaping Senate and House legislation in the US, in addition to monitoring the policies that may impact domestic labor. The paper shows how labor union influence in contemporary United States politics and public policy has gained momentum in shaping the outcome of domestic and foreign policy.
Outline:
The Contemporary Role of Labor Unions
The Labor Union Power Game
Changes that Impacted the Labor Union Political Strategy
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"The original form and function of the labor union was to provide protection, benefits and a political voice for workers in manufacturing and skilled trades. In the early 20th century, the AFL-CIO was formed, and influential movers such as Samuel Gompers aided in the facilitation of increased wages and benefits for textile and manufacturing workers. The power of labor unions progressed so quickly and drastically, that President Franklin Delano Roosevelt included a labor regulation policy in the New Deal in the early 1930's. As a result, the Department of Labor was established to monitor the authenticity of labor unions in addition to regulating the practices and extent of power of these advocacy groups."
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