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Organized Crime, 2009.
An exploration of international organized crime and its relationship with governments around the world.
2,286 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 70.95
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The paper discusses the threat modern organized crime poses to society and the way that transnational crime has increased this threat. The paper explores how the modern technological environment and volatile conditions in many parts of the world provide a lucrative environment for organized crime. The paper further shows how international organized crime functions with the assistance of various governments in the world that makes its detection much harder.
Outline:
Introduction and Overview
The Extent of Organized Crime
The Involvement of Governments
The Dynamics of International Organized Crime
Government and Organized Crime
Conclusion
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"A common definition of organized crime is, "Widespread criminal activities, such as prostitution, interstate theft, or illegal gambling, that occur within a centrally controlled formal structure" ( Dictionary: organized crime). The emphasis in this definition is on the elements of control and formal structure, which differentiates this form of crime from other categories of crime.
"The definition of organized crime however becomes extended when the element of international or transnational crime is added. This means that the organization and activities of crime takes place across a much larger and more complex area and that the effect of this type of crime is more extensive and pervasive."
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Legalization of Prostitution, 2009.
This paper examines the issue of prostitution and argues in favor its legalization.
4,935 words (approx. 19.7 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 125.95
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In this article, the writer argues that legalization of prostitution is necessary in today's society. The writer discusses that there is a significant difference between the legalization, regulation and decriminalization of prostitution. The writer maintains that the legalization of prostitution would preserve the rights of prostitutes and provide a safe and healthy environments to ply their trade. Further, the writer maintains that it would ensure that prostitutes do not become victims of abuse and that human trafficking, especially of minors, for sexual purposes would be reduced, if not completely stopped. The writer concludes that this would prevent the spread of deadly diseases and would result in significant economic benefits to counties, municipalities, cities and even the state.
Outline:
Introduction and Thesis
Definitions and Descriptions of Key Terms
What is a Prostitute
Legalization of Prostitution
Prostitution in the United States as a Legal Profession
The Case for Legalization-Decriminalization of Prostitution
Relevant Analogies to Prohibition (of Alcohol) and Abortion Rights
Redirecting of Law Enforcement Services
Safety of Sex Workers
Protection for Minors forced into Prostitution
Health of the Prostitute and the Customer
The Reduction of Human Trafficking
Role of Government in Legalization of Prostitution
Arguments against Legalization of Prostitution
Conclusions
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"One important consideration is what a prostitute feels legalization should entail. The simplest way to look at this would be to make prostitution legal without any restrictions from law enforcement. But does that mean that a brothel could be opened up in a mall. Certainly societal perceptions about prostitution have to be taken into account. It would be unseemly to make prostitution so unrestricted as to have prostitute parading themselves in immodest attire on a busy street in the office district in a city downtown in the middle of the day. Even without such regulations, most cities, even where prostitution was criminalized had red light districts, which was understood by all to house prostitutes. Historically, the term red light arose because prostitutes would put a red lantern outside their houses to inform customers of the availability of sexual favors.
"Legalization and regulation for prostitution go hand in hand. While prostitution is decriminalized, that is one cannot be arrested or charged for offering services or pandering to them, these are heavily regulated. This means that the location of brothels or streetwalking is permitted in only special restricted zones, often on the outskirts of cities. Prostitutes have to pay taxes just like any other businesses. Law enforcement is used not to make arrest but to enforce these regulations."
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Securities Markets in Africa, 2009.
A research paper on the risks in the formation and management of securities of commercial banks in Zimbabwe.
2,514 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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The paper discusses the African securities markets which are, for the most part, 'primary' markets with only minimal secondary activity. The paper notes that while reforms in Africa have been ongoing for the last decade, there is still much to be done to provide the funding needed there and added to this is the difficulty in checking creditworthiness in rural areas. The paper also recommends that additional research should focus on understanding that supports and drivers might serve in maturing, growing and developing the securities market in Africa as well as on what might be done to simultaneously address the risks that are conceived as part of securities financing in the African securities exchange market.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Statement of Problem
Methodology
Literature Review
Statistical Analysis
Data Collection Methods
Sampling
Results
Recommendation
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"The lack of long-term finance in Africa is said to be, in part "...a reflection of the long-term risks...and partly an endogenous response to the need for monitoring and recontracting." (The World Bank, 2007) It is however, stated that a requirement is "good governance of these funds...needs to be assured, and that it will be facilitated if there are active securities exchanges on which their investment can be priced." (The World Bank, 2007) The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development/The World Bank states that most African securities markets are: "...largely primary markets with relatively little secondary activity. Perhaps an over-elaborate model of regulation has been adopted for these markets (the modernist model over-reaching itself), effectively precluding small issuers, yet failing to achieve substantial liquidity for larger issuers." The work of Niekerk and Moreira entitled: "Regional Integration in Southern Africa" states the following features of financial systems in the Southern African Region".
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Lyndon Johnson's Texas Roots, 2009.
A review on the differences between Lyndon Johnson's liberal political viewpoint and his typical Texan identity.
2,180 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 67.95
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The paper notes that Lyndon Baines Johnson was a southern President with a Texas accent and in some ways he exemplified the stereotypical Texan. The paper attempts to link his social identity as a Texan with his liberal political views, and questions how closely connected his liberal politics were to his persona as a Texan. The paper discusses the fact that, as a senator from Texas, he had to be involved in Texas politics and to be concerned about voter issues in Texas, but it would be hard to prove that he agreed with the social and political views of his fellow Texans. This paper argues that LBJ's communication style clearly reflected his Texas roots, but that his liberal politics came from his father's influence and the poverty of his upbringing.
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"No rich oil barons lived there. Farmers in the Hill country could barely eke out a living, and one good year for crops was nearly always cancelled out by two or more years of drought and loss. Johnson's father was a state representative in the days when representatives were paid only $5 a day for two months of service a year--$2 a day if they didn't get done on time. Presumably, state representatives were expected to hold office for the "honor" of it. Other elected officials made up for the lack of pay by accepting graft and bribes and using the system to enrich themselves, but Lyndon Johnson's father Sam Ealy Johnson was incorruptible. He never accepted so much as a cup of coffee from a lobbyist or anyone that could ask a political favor of him in return."
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NAFTA and the Textile and Apparel Industry, 2009.
An examination of the goals and achievements of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) for the textile and apparel industry in the US, Canada and Mexico.
1,297 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper discusses the impact of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on the textile and apparel industry. The paper discusses the goals of the NAFTA agreement and it looks at the numerous positive and negative implications of the agreement on various industries and sectors, including textile and apparel. The paper concludes that, overall, the agreement supported the development of the textile and apparel industry in the US, Canada and Mexico. The paper contains graphs.
Table of Contents:
Introduction to NAFTA
NAFTA's Effects on the Textile and Apparel Industry
Conclusions
From the Paper
"Another major impact of NAFTA upon the textile and apparel industry was that it allowed American manufacturers to move their plants to Mexico. Here, they found cheap labor force and reduced governmental restrictions. The American companies established maquilas, or factories generally located near the border line. These factories mainly employed young women and paid them less than minimum wage. But regardless of the poor working conditions in these maquilas, fact remains that the industry grew and more jobs were created for the Mexicans. From this particular instance, the situation of the American workers in the textile industry was becoming critical. They began to lose their jobs as they were being replaced with cheaper workforce. As such, a paradox was created in which the U.S. textile and apparel industry was flourishing, but its workers were out of jobs and forced to re-specialize in different fields."
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Racial Profiling and Individual Rights, 2009.
An examination of the reasons for and the legality of racial profiling.
3,123 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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This paper discusses the history of racial profiling and the current events that are causing a resurgence in the practice. The paper examines the legality of the practice of racial profiling and discusses examples of racial profiling around the world today. The paper concludes that racial profiling should be abolished because it violates the individual's fundamental rights and also betrays the values upon which the US is based.
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"The nation's media have been full of accounts of tragic cases of racial profiling. One instance involved Amadou Diallo, an unarmed black man who was shot to death on February 4, 1999, by four New York City police officers who were members of an elite plainclothes police unit designed to clean up the streets through aggressive policing. The officers fired forty-one shots, hitting Diallo nineteen times. The officers saw him standing in the vestibule of his apartment building. Initially, Diallo apparently tried to show the police officers his wallet to prove who he was. During the trial of the four officers, in which they were accused of second-degree murder in addition to other lesser charges, one of the officers' lawyers said his client saw Diallo "reaching into his back pocket, saw this black object come out. My client yelled 'Gun.'" All four officers pled not guilty."
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Oligarchy, 2009.
Discusses the oligarchy within the founding of the United States of America.
1,355 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper reveals that, although America is often thought of as a democratic republic in terms of its philosophy of governance, the Constitution is made up of both democratic and profoundly oligarchic ideals, which have been woven into the actual policy and procedures of the nation as exemplified by the Electoral College and the indirect election of senators. The paper points out that the Founding Fathers created a republican oligarchy in which the rulership was by the white, male elite. However, the paper explains that even some of the Founding Fathers questioned these oligarchical elements. By the second quarter of the nineteenth century, democratic populism became the governing philosophy.
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"The nature of representational republican government itself demands that the will of the people is slightly removed from the decision-making bodies of government. The U.S. Senate, the more powerful body devoted to consideration of foreign affairs, in contrast to the House of Representatives, is even more removed from the will of the popular vote, especially in the Constitution's original configuration. Originally, Senators were elected by the state legislatures, not by direct vote"
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Plato's "Republic", 2009.
A discussion of Plato and his ideal republic.
1,750 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper discusses the most influential of Plato's works, "The Republic". The author analyzes Plato's anti-democratic concept of the philosopher king, or the hypothetical ruler - that he should rule wisely and dispassionately, without a desire for personal gain like an autocrat. The paper also discusses Plato's ideal form of society, which is a carefully structured caste system and membership in each social stratum based upon each individual's capabilities. While agreeing with Plato's notions of the ideal republic, the author argues that the ideal selection of the philosopher king most often than not results from a shadowy and undemocratic process. The author also advocates that although democracy may sometimes be seen as a failure, it is a failure of choice.
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"According to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, the true philosopher-king is an individual who, though once imprisoned like his fellow dwellers on earth, justifies his leadership of a society because of his liberation from the intellectual constraints created by the superficial nature of material, mundane human existence. Plato's concept of the nature of reality, the ability of human beings to apprehend knowledge within their cognitive limits, and his view of how society should be reconstructed are all tied to his fundamentally anti-democratic notion of the ideal 'philosopher king.' The ideal king rules wisely and dispassionately, without a desire for personal gain like an autocrat, or with an easily-swayed will like that of a demos, or democratic body of citizens ruling a polis by consensus"
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Effective Public Diplomacy, 2009.
This paper discusses effective public diplomacy concentrating on goals, challenges and opportunities for African States.
4,306 words (approx. 17.2 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 114.95
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In this article, the writer examines the concept of effective public diplomacy. This work focuses on the importance of effective diplomacy in branding African States. This work explains and analyzes the current challenges of effective diplomacy to African States on influencing people. Finally, this work analyzes the tools and mechanisms that could be best utilized to reach these goals and answers the question of what impacts can effective public diplomacy have to African States and whether these impacts can be measured and if so, then how. This work identifies the opportunities for African States to have effective diplomacy and concludes with a long-term investment project that can be secured through effective diplomacy and not only in African States but worldwide as well.
Outline:
Objective
Examination of Historical Diplomacy
Domestic and International Politics
Private Sector Business Development
Tourism and Effective Public Diplomacy
Summary and Conclusion
Bibliography
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"First, it is important that the country or state develop business practices that reflect public diplomacy and that this be accomplished at the level of business within that country or state. Stated that part of this process includes making public diplomacy actions a corporate officer's responsibility. Secondly, it is important to promote an understanding of the society, culture and values in other countries. Stated third, is the importance of trust and respect across cultures. It is stated that the following eleven models of action were chosen because of their potential of impact on public diplomacy being that highest potential for an impact believed to be present. For the purpose of this work, African States has been inserted where previously specified America or American and are the models of actions as follows ... "
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American Urban Education, 2009.
This paper reviews the work "The One Best System: A History of American Urban Education' by David Tyack.
1,311 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 44.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that the driving philosophy of Tyack's book, "The One Best System: A History of American Urban Education", is that, although American rhetoric has proclaimed liberty, equality, and justice for all, when it comes to education, this is not the case. The racial makeup of a district, geography, and social background of residents can conspire to create vast discrepancies within the educational system for students. The writer looks at Tyack's book and notes that one of the reasons for the discrepancy between whites and blacks' education, rich and poor, urban and rural, is that the modern school system took shape around the time of the industrial revolution, when slavery was still an extant institution within America, when immigration was at its height and when there was a flood of people to the nation's cities. The writer presents Tyack's belief that American education seems to exist in a tension between standardization and America's love of corporate efficiency and an American belief in the individual.
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"According to one view of the American failure to provide the same education for all students, regardless of race and class, the discrepancies in the quality of education of African-Americans and other historically socially disadvantaged groups versus white Americans is idiosyncratic, rather than systemic. In other words, there are good schools and there are bad schools. The greater rates of illiteracy, the drop-out rate, and other problems which blacks and other groups face to a greater extent than whites are due to the fact that certain schools are poorer and have inferior teachers, not systemic racism or other failures of the school system. Illiteracy is caused by a failure of schools to adhere to the 'one best' system, not endemic of flaws in the educational bureaucracy."
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Financial Environment and Firm Value, 2009.
This paper looks into the area of macroeconomics and discusses that the financial environment is one of the key drivers in firm value.
2,241 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 69.95
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In this article, the writer first outlines some of the major macroeconomic factors in the financial environment and lends perspective on how those impact a firm's value in both the long and short term. The writer then discusses the factors in the financial environment that have a more specific and direct impact on firm value. This is followed by an interpretation of the literature, illustrating how the ways in which a firm reacts to these factors impacts its value in both the short and long term. The writer then reaches some conclusions about the subject and looks at what attention to the financial environment means to a firm in terms of its value.
Outline:
Introduction
The Financial Environment
Discussion
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"One of the most basic ways to derive firm value is with the dividend discount model. From this model, the net present value of future cash flows is derived, with the future cash flows defined as the dividends, typically incorporating a dividend growth factor. The discount rate is directly affected by the prevailing interest rates, and represents the opportunity cost of capital. For the investor, the firm's value is therefore subject to changes in the interest rates. Interest rates are a lagging indicator of the financial environment, confirming environmental trends rather than preceding them.
"Shifts in rates affect different firms in different ways. Aside from the dividend discount, the values of a firm's assets and liabilities are also subject to shifts in interest rates. A rise in interest rates reduces the value of interest-paying assets; the decrease in rates increases the value of those assets."
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New Mexico State Analysis, 2009.
A look at the demographic model of the State of New Mexico.
915 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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This paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes the demographic model of the State of New Mexico. Specifically it discusses the political and demographic breakdown of the state, including recent election history of the state.
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"The current party breakdown of the state legislature is House: 42 Democrats and 28 Republicans, and the Senate: 24 Democrats and 18 Republicans (Barone, 2006, p. 1117). The Democratic majorities in the House and Senate are led by Governor Bill Richardson, also a Democrat, who was reelected in 2007. The Federal Congressional delegation includes Senior Senator Pete Domenici, a Republican, who has served six terms in Congress and is up for reelection in Fall 2008, (but will not seek reelection), and Junior Senator Jeff Bingamen, a Democrat in his 4th term, reelected in 2006. Representatives include 1st District Heather Wilson, a Republican, in her 6th full term. She is up for reelection in Fall 2008, but she attempted to run for Pete Domenici's Senate seat, and Domenici is not seeking reelection this year, but lost in the primary election to Representative Steve Pearce (Kicinich and Blake, 2007). The 2nd District Representative is Steve Pearce, a Republican, in his 4th term and up for reelection in Fall 2008 (he gained the Republican spot for the Congressional Senate election seat, and so his seat will be open), and the 3rd District, Tom Udall, in his 5th term and up for reelection in Fall 2008. (He is running unopposed as the Democratic candidate for Domenici's Senate seat, and so his seat will also be open). That means that all three Representative seats will go to new candidates in Fall 2008, since all three Representatives are running for another office."
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Special Interest Groups & The Political Lobbying Process, 2009.
A discussion on political lobbying by special interest groups.
1,309 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper takes a look at special interest groups and its influence on American politics. The author addresses the financial contributions that special interest groups provide to political figures and analyzes how these contributions influence political support. The paper uses The National Rifle Association as an example of special interest group that is involved in influence peddling.
Outline:
Special Interest Groups
Criticism of the Political Lobbying Process
The National Rifle Association
Conclusion
References
From the Paper
"Lobbying by special interest groups occurs at virtually every level of politics all the way up to the White House. Typically, in the case of lobbying efforts directed at the sitting U.S. president, lobbyists contribute large sums of money in the neighborhood of many tens of thousands of dollars (and not infrequently, much more, especially over time), for the opportunity to visit the White House and join the president or vice president for a meal at the White House. Sometimes, the highest contributors receive invitations to sleep over in the Lincoln Bedroom, as was often reported during the Clinton administration."
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE), 2009.
Looks at the economic characteristics, geography and political structure of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
1,545 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper explains that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation of seven sheikdoms, which has proven to be remarkably politically stable and is one of the most developed countries in the world. The author describes the size, topography, population and climate of the area and stresses that one of the important aspects of the UAE governmental strategy is the emphasis on the cooperation between the federal and local authorities in terms of project implementation. The paper also points out that there are still concerns about the actual existence of a functional democracy and the respect for human rights in this country.
Table of Contents:
Economic Characteristics
Geography
Political
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"Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was named Vice President and assumed the position of Prime Minister in January 2006. Their programs included the encouragement of public participation in the government, especially by introducing direct elections to the Federal National Council, the national government . Previously, the National Assembly was formed by the appointment of its 40 members by the emirate rulers and acted as a consultative body overall. At present, half of the members will be voted in office, with only the remainder 20 being actually named into the Council by the rulers."
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North American Transnationalism, 2009.
This paper presents an extensive discussion on North American transnationalism as related to immigration, NAFTA reform and the hypothetical establishment of the North American Union.
20,250 words (approx. 81.0 pages), 46 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper is a literary reviews on the topics of the theory of transnationalism, North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canada and United States immigration issues, the impact on the United States and the North American Union. The author does not endorse transnationalism in the form of the creation of a North American Union, a total opening of borders of U.S., Canada and Mexico. However, this paper does conclude that immigration reform must remove labor and naturalization obstructions and legal discrimination and that the continent must establish fair economic, environmental, legal and labor standards, all of which will positively and equally benefit the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Objective
Methodology
Findings
Theory of Transnationalism
The North American Free Trade Agreement
Canada's Role
Immigration to the United States
Impact on the United States
The North American Union
Discussion
Conclusion and Recommendations
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"As the core advocate and sponsor of NAFTA, as well as the chief point of conflict over the current immigration issues facing the continent, the United States is due for consideration within the context of both subjects. Johnson and Hayes (2004) provide a useful informational source devoted to the research at hand. A macro level view of immigration trends impacting the state of California across recent decades, and specifically concerning the relative patterns of domestic and international migration to California's Central Valley, the Johnson and Hayes text discusses the varying regional patterns making up the case-study state's immigration outlook."
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