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International Terrorism, 2007.
This paper examines what international terrorism is and its manifestations throughout the years.
3,024 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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The paper offers a definition of terrorism and explains that international terrorism is intended to be on a broader scale, with largely recognized targets so as to capture the attention of the world community. The paper brings September 11, 2001 as a vivid example. The paper discusses how international terrorism has grown with modern communication and technology. The paper looks at terrorism in the late 1960s, in South America, in Vietnam and in the 1970s. The paper concludes by explaining how international terrorism is distinguished by three distinctive characteristics.
Outline:
Introduction
The Late 1960s
South America
Vietnam
The Cold War Era of the United States and Russia
The 1970s
Conclusion
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"Acts of international terrorism can be traced as far back as 1931, with the first documented hijacking of an airline passenger jet in Peru. However, depending upon how you define "international terrorism," international terrorism might be traced even further back, during the Christian crusades in the Holy Land. There was, too, the French Revolution, which was preceded by acts of violence committed by covert agents of change. The American Revolution was effectuated in large part by covert agents acting against British law and authority and perpetrating acts of violence against the British soldiers."
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"Bush at War", 2007.
This paper examines Bob Woodward's book, "Bush at War", which presents a description of the first 100 days in the Bush White House following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
1,797 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 57.95
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The paper discusses how "Bush at War" develops a portrait of the inner workings of the Bush administration, but stresses that the book cannot be accepted at face value and must be interpreted as one side of the story. The paper looks at how Woodward shows there was no easily-identifiable strategy hit upon by the administration; they were forced to develop their own way of interpreting the terrorist attacks and terrorism in general. The paper discusses how the administration then attempted to shape this entity into one that could be attacked with conventional weaponry, tactics and military force.
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"Bob Woodward's book Bush at War, just like any piece of journalism, needs to be regarded with a certain level of skepticism. Primarily, this skepticism must be directed toward the sources utilized to create this unique account of the first 100 days following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Of course, Woodward uses the president and his top advisors as the primary sources, since they stand as the only individuals present during the important decision-making process of the war in Afghanistan. Official minutes of their meetings are also utilized. So, although these were the only legitimate sources available, it should not be anticipated that they would provide a particularly balanced portrait of the president or his administration."
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Racial Profiling, 2007.
An analysis of the motivation behind the use of racial profiling in law enforcement and the problems associated with it.
1,445 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper analyzes and attempts to understand the rhetoric behind racial profiling by law enforcement officials. It aims to carefully scrutinize the fundamental assumptions made by law enforcement in using race as a factor for assessing criminal activity and risk. The paper then discusses the problems associated with using racial profiling and how these problems should be addressed and how policies should be changed.
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"However, solving the problem of discrimination within law enforcement is an unenviable task. Discrimination exists at the deepest levels of human consciousness, and oftentimes only manifests itself subconsciously. Few if any officers are truly willing to confess to preconceived prejudices simply because of the negative stigma associated with such a claim. The problem has become exacerbated by the wave of intolerance towards expressing and open discussion of racial tendencies within crime. New Jersey state police superintendent Carl Williams for instance was fired for his remarks on racial crime. He explained in an interview that "certain crimes are associated with certain ethnic groups, and it is naive to think that race is not an issue in policing" (HARRIS). Without a viable channel to funnel such visions to others, the sad truth is that few law enforcement professionals would be willing to openly discuss the issues associated with racial profiling in police stops. The problem is endemic and deeply rooted, but it is also one that cannot be openly discussed with social stigma."
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Abortion Public Policy, 2007.
An analysis of the current and previous public policy on abortion in the United States and its effects on the rate of abortions.
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses the public policy regarding abortion in the United States. The paper describes the previous policy and its implications for society. It then describes how the policy has been changed and the benefits that the government hoped to achieve by introducing new legislation. The paper also discusses the effects of parental involvement on the rate of abortion.
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"With the above discussion, we have reached the conclusion that parental involvement can work as a serious deterrent to abortion. This deterrent is required in order to promote other means of birth control. A minor engaging in sexual activity should be educated about the use of contraceptives so abortion is not seen as an alternative. Some important recommendations have also been made which are adequate backed by court rulings such as prohibiting the use of federal funds, physicians' notification to parents and court permission. All these methods along with parental involvement laws can significantly reduced the chances of a minor using abortion as alternative birth control method."
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The Latino Community in America, 2007.
An analysis of some of the problems facing the Latino community in the United States.
896 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the Latino community in the United States. It describes the size and origin of the community and then discusses the educational level and employment of the immigrants. The paper also looks at language barriers and how this impacts on the immigrants' assimilation into American society. The paper finally recommends ways to improve the economic and cultural problems faced by Latinos in America.
From the Paper
"All cultures in the United States have a right to equal and quality education. The country has boasted that it is the land of free and open opportunity to all. This should be recognized by schools throughout the country and an effort should be made not only by the rich, but also by the Latino community to empower itself in terms of desegregation. The most important in this is a shift in thought paradigm from oppressed to empowered. Families are to be educated towards a level that will no longer make language a barrier to education."
"In this way the Latino community can take part in the rich resources offered by the United States and its opportunities. Surely this, together with the many Latino community members who have made a great success of their lives, can serve as a motivator for upliftment, education, opportunity and freedom for all."
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Termination Process, 2007.
This paper looks at the debate regarding total parenteral nutrition treatments.
3,009 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that when there are patients receiving treatments or interventions that keep them alive, one may face the decision of whether to discontinue treatment. The writer offers the example of an adult male patient at the HIV Treatment Center on dialysis for acute renal failure and mechanical ventilation for respiratory failure. The writer notes that in this case the total parenteral nutrition (TPN) treatments are no longer of benefit, even though the patient's family wants them continued. The writer maintains that if life expectancy can be prolonged with additional chemotherapy, it may be reasonable to give TPN to allow the patient to enjoy that benefit. However, the writer concludes that in the case where additional chemotherapy offers no substantial increase in quantity or quality of life, TPN could become another burden for the patient without any meaningful benefit, and ought to be withheld.
Outline:
Transference and Counter transference
Futility Judgments
Debating Cardiopulmonary Arrest and Resuscitation
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"Transference and countertransference are both normal phenomena that may arise during the course of the therapeutic relationship. Transference is the tendency on the part of the patient to "transfer" past feelings, conflicts, and attitudes into situations, circumstances and present relationships. According to psychoanalytic theory, transference evolves from unresolved or unsatisfactory childhood experiences in relationships with parents or other important figures. From a behavioral orientation, patients may have developed habit-forming patterns in how they relate and interact with others. These habits involve development of attitudes and ideas based on the learning and retention of information from past relationships. The habits learned from past relationships may create behavioral and thought patterns in subsequent relationships, even though the actions and attitudes may be inappropriate for the current relationship. As caregivers have frequent contact with patients, the potential for caregivers to be objects of transference is significant."
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The United Nations, 2007.
A discussion as to whether or not the United Nations has been successful in furthering world peace.
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper takes a look at the United Nations and the success of the organization in maintaining world peace. According to the paper, the United Nations has failed miserably. This paper traces the long and regrettable history of the United Nations' failure in furthering world peace, explains the reasons for its failure ,and makes suggestions for improvement.
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"Moreover, the very structure of the United Nations was such that it almost guaranteed paralysis. UN Security Council was the organ that was entrusted with the task of maintaining peace and security among nations. Its five permanent members --the US, USSR, Britain, France, China--were given veto powers, which enabled them to void any Security Council resolution irrespective of the extent of general support on any issue . Such powers, especially in the Cold War environment, meant that the two major adversarial powers for the first forty years of the United Nation's existence would never let a UN resolution pass, which was perceived to be against their respective strategic interest."
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Stem Cells, 2007.
An overview of stem cells and their potential use to medical science.
1,493 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper examines how scientists believe that stem cell research has the potential to find cures for several previously incurable diseases and how, despite this exciting potential, progress in stem cell research has so far been hampered by serious technical, ethical, and political issues. This paper discusses the types of stem cells and their sources, the potential of stem cell use in medical science, and the issues that are holding back rapid progress in stem cell research.
Outline:
Types of Stem Cell
Sources of Stem Cells
Potential Uses of Stem Cells
Barriers in Stem Cell Research
Conclusion
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"Embryonic stem cells are almost always derived from embryos developed from eggs fertilized during fertility treatment in clinics. In the process of in vitro fertilization, eggs removed surgically from a female ovary are fertilized with sperms in a lab for subsequent implant in a woman's uterus. Numerous fertility clinics fuse more than one egg with sperm as a routine in order to try another implant if the first one does not work. Hence, thousands of such "left-over" embryos are stored in liquid nitrogen freezers in the United States and other countries where in vitro clinics exist, which can be used for stem cell research. "
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American Cruelty in Iraq, 2007.
The paper discusses disturbing images of violence from Abu Ghraib and maintains they are appropriate for a museum.
1,707 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper imagines a future presentation about the U.S. invasion and occupation of Iraq. The paper discusses the graphic and disturbing images taken of prisoner abuse in the Abu Ghraib detention center in Baghdad and contends that there should be no censorship of these photos. The paper describes the hideously cruel and inhumane treatment being administered to Iraqi prisoners and Bush's allowance of illegal torture in contravention of the Geneva Convention. The paper also examines Congress' legislation against torture that was thwarted by Bush. The paper emphasizes the public's right to know and concludes that at a future exhibit, the photos of prisoners being abused at Abu Ghraib will speak for themselves - if they are allowed to be shown.
Outline:
Introduction
Thesis
Point 1
Point 2
Point 3
Point 4
From the Paper
"One day not too many years from now there will likely be a high-visibility exhibition / exposition - featuring illustrations, graphs, charts, photography, audio and video clips along with timely printed information - about the U.S. invasion and occupation of Iraq. This presentation will cover the intelligence data and political arguments that were offered by the executive branch in order to justify the military venture. Under the scrutiny of post-invasion empirical analysis the exposition will reflect precisely how those previous justifications held up. And it will cover the military and political ramifications of the entire operation."
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The Public School Choice Debate, 2007.
This paper presents a detailed examination of the school choice debate, with a focus on the Zelman vs. Simmons-Harris case.
3,545 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 99.95
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The paper uses the well known Zelman vs Simmons-Harris case to discuss the ways this case changed the public school choice debate.
The paper discusses the separation of church and state and the severing of the link between religion and public education. The paper looks at public education alternatives, such as charter schools, magnet schools and home schools and the reasons behind the implementation of a school voucher program. The paper reveals that the nation viewed the Zelman vs. Simmons-Harris case as the test to try the legal boundary between church and state. The paper provides a literature review on the details and ruling of this case.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
From the Paper
"For many years, public schools have abided by the separation of church and state that has been held as a measurement of truth in government since the public school system began. Generational changes have taken place with each passing lifetime that have continued to move schools away from any hint of religious belief or preference."
"Whereas years ago students were taught to read and write using bible verses, and their school singing lessons came in the form of church hymns, those elements of public school were systematically removed until the nation was left with the system it has today, which for all intents and purposes there is no link between religion and public education."
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Capital Punishment, 2007.
A discussion on the advantages of capital punishment.
1,235 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss, and analyze the topic of capital punishment. Specifically, it discuss both sides of the capital punishment debate and argues why capital punishment is an excellent deterrent to crime. It looks at how the benefits of capital punishment far outweigh the drawbacks and how statistics indicate that the American public supports the death penalty for a majority of violent crimes. Thus, capital punishment is effective, saves tax dollars, and helps contain the most violent of America's criminal population.
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"Capital punishment has been controversial throughout America history. Also referred to as the death penalty, the practice has always been a contentious and emotional issue. In the United States, disagreement over capital punishment began as early as Colonial times after America gained independence from Great Britain. Some people began to wonder if taking a human life was really justified, even by the government (Vila and Morris xxv), and the debate has raged on ever since. In fact, since the Supreme Court reinstituted the practice in 1976, the debate about capital punishment has become even more heated."
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Root Causes of Terrorism, 2007.
This paper identifies and discusses the root causes of terrorism.
1,930 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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In this article, the writer notes that since the events of September 11, 2001 the reality and threat of international terrorism has increased. This threat has also extended to the danger of domestic terrorism, with the subsequent increase of security concerns within the United States and around the globe. The writer points out that the study of terrorism and the cause or causes of terrorist actions have therefore assumed a high profile in many disciplines, including the important area of international relations. The writer discusses that among the cardinal reasons for terrorist activities are perceptions of inequality and discrimination on economic as well as political and ethnic levels. The writer maintains that this is by no means the only cause of terrorism but many of the other causes can be derived or related to this basic concern.
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"While the focus has generally been on ways and methods of preventing and fighting terrorism, there has been an increasing focus on the necessity to determine the underlying causative facets that motivate and precipitate terrorist actions. There is a growing realization that only through a clear understanding of these primary and fundamental causes can the specter of terrorism be practically reduced."
"However, the question of the causative factors of terrorism cannot be easily answered in any simplistic or definitive way. There are many complex variables and aspects that have to be considered in order to come to a fundamental assessment of the causes of these extreme actions. The facets that underlie and act as fundamental " triggers" of terrorist actions are often interrelated, so that there are in most cases a number of factors that combine to create the environment and the sense of justification for terrorist actions. The following is only a partial list of various possible causes of terrorism."
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Abortion, 2007.
An argumentative essay presenting the moral and medical problems surrounding abortion.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper presents an argument against abortion. The writer explores the moral and medical issues surrounding abortion. It presents both sides of the debate for and against abortion. The paper concludes by arguing that abortion should not be legal as each person is unique and that destroying a fetus is equivalent to destroying a life.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Debate
Argument against Abortion
Religious Reasons
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"Abortions have been legal in America for more than 30 years and at the time they were legalized, strong arguments were presented about the lack of proper birth control and the stigma of having children out of wedlock, which culminated in the Supreme Court decision to let a woman choose. Today, however, birth control is so accurate that accidental pregnancies really cannot be considered accidents, and children born out of wedlock are not stigmatized in any manner.
Abortions should not be legal until the field of medical science can determine definitively when fetuses feel pain, have heartbeats and react to stimuli. It is only then that the world will know if they are causing tremendous suffering, fear and pain when an abortion is performed. Until then it is morally wrong to conduct abortions. It shows a total disregard for human life and the wonder and awe of its development."
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Global Warming, 2007.
This paper discusses global warming as a social problem.
3,113 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the way in which media producers and consumers are involved in activities that form cultural belief structures that shape the belief structures of the public relating to climate warming. The paper discusses the way that media shapes and interacts with other societal structures and forces to construct social, as well as, environmental reality. The writer also looks at the important aspects that form the background to the discussion of global warming. The paper includes a discussion of the impact that climate change has and can have, as well as the methods and modes suggested to curtail global warming and possible future scenarios that might occur.
Outline:
Introduction
Impact of Global Warming
The media and the Construction of Perceptions
Actions Taken to Address Global Warming
New Products and Methods
Future Outlook Related to Global Warming
From the Paper
"The findings of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change or IPCC are stark and shocking and have already impacted on contemporary social consciousness. The important aspect that needs to be emphasized is that, unlike previous reports and assertions about climate change, the present report by modern scientists have achieved a sense of legitimacy and finality about the present situating. There seems to be, in effect, less possibility that these findings are speculative or questionable. "
"The findings are severe and rigorous in their view that the impact of climate change is potentially life - threatening and could result in the demise of human civilization if it is allowed to continue unchecked."
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The Cost of Illegal Immigration, 2007.
This paper looks at the increasing waves of illegal immigration; their cost to the country and their quality of life.
1,725 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper discusses the positions of two authors, Michael Scott and Richard Raynor, who have conflicting ideas on the cost of illegal immigration. The paper points out the power of the media who often present information on this topic in a biased and unfair way. The paper maintains that the United States is not upholding the principals of equality and justice that immigrants and all citizens deserve.
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"Author Scott (2002) insists that the borders must be sealed and those that hire illegal aliens must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. He claims that there should not be any more silliness and discussion "...about how difficult this might be" because it could actually be done relatively easily, and would not be the problem that many make it out to be. Scott also does not agree with the idea that "[guest workers are needed because] Americans won't do the work that illegals perform" (Scott, 2002). He does not believe that this is the case, and thinks instead that the wages will simply rise to make sure that Americans are compensated for the work that they do, which they would need if the illegal immigrants were not in this country working for the lower wages."
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