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Shakespeare's Blue Collars, 2003.
A study of the 'blue collar workers' in William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
1,142 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 39.95
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This study personifies the characteristics of all of the 'blue collar workers' in "A Midsummer Night's Dream", from the stuttering of Snug the Joiner to the arrogance of Nick Bottom, the weaver.
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"William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedic play of many plots that supports the themes that love is blind and that when in love one becomes very foolish. These themes are supported by all the characters in the play who are teased by a group of fairies who contaminate their victim's bodies with love potions to make them love other people. There are three main groups of people in the play fairies, royalty, and then at the bottom there are the mechanicals. Absurd, distasteful, rude, and above all of these stupid, men who are brought together by a mechanical Peter Quince who is assigned to produce a play entitled Pyramus and Thisbe to be executed after the marriage of the Duke."
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Blue Cross Blue Shield, 2004.
An analysis of the marketing techniques of the insurance agency, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri.
1,785 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper discusses the insurance company Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri. The paper describes the negative public perception of this company due to incomplete information provided on the company's website. The paper claims that the insurance company does not make its members aware of the benefits due to them. Suggestions are presented to employ marketing strategies that will improve Blue Cross Blue Shield's public image.
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"In the past, the marketing of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri has faced severe criticism. A Market Conduct Examination Report by Health Care Financing Administration notes that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri "utilizes an overall marketing, policy issuance and application process hostile to Missouri residents attempting to exercise their rights as provided for in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996" (Health Care Financing Administration). Specific criticisms of the marketing policies of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri not that the company "Withholds access to information regarding guaranteed available policies from consumers attempting to access information through (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri)'s marketing website" (Health Care Financing Administration). Specifically, the organization charges that BCBSMo does not inform consumers of the "availability of BasicBlue coverage" on its website."
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Job Satisfaction, 2007.
This paper discusses the subject of job satisfaction, focusing on blue collar workers.
1,035 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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In this article the writer firstly notes that no one wants to make wide generalizations about why some blue-collar employees, such as assembly workers, like their jobs, because every person is different and management needs to take these variations into account. Referring to studies the writer maintains that even though the degree differs, most people are achievement oriented. The writer looks at the issues of career development and training. The writer concludes that regardless of the type of work a blue-collar worker does, he needs to receive the amount of pay that will meet his essential needs. But beyond that, workers need to know that there is the opportunity for growth, that the company values their work, there is the ability for accomplishment and the company's employees are working together as a united organization, or community.
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"Many people volunteered for company committees or activities or took developmental training, but a large number of them were frustrated because the activities or training was not related to their specific job or to higher level ones. Instead they wanted refresher training to keep up with the latest developments in procedures and work rules, sessions using personality instruments to help employees learn about themselves and others, opportunities to see how their job fits into others and what others do on the job and more encouragement to learn and grow. Individuals who were dissatisfied with their current positions said that they were not being adequately rewarded for their work and do not see opportunity for advancement to gain additional pay or prestige. They want initiatives designed to update their current skills and knowledge so they can advance in the company."
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Transition, 2005.
This paper looks at transitioning from blue collar to white collar society.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The writer of this article discusses the difficulties in transitioning from a blue collar to a white collar society. The writer maintains that there are barriers involved in such a transition. Issues of economic stratification and social mobility are examined. In this paper, the writer discusses psychological research on identity, in addition to theories from the fields of sociology and economics.
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"Economic stratification has long been recognized as an inescapable element within most societies. In capitalist economies, such as that of the United States making the transition from working to middle class or from blue collar to white collar occupations and lifestyles has always been recognized as a possibility. Nevertheless, social mobility is difficult to achieve because of a number of barriers to circulation between the economic classes. This essay will draw upon the fields of psychology, sociology and economics to examine ... "
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Crime in England, 1992.
Compares the treatment of white-collar vs. blue-collar criminals in the English justice system.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 23 sources, $ 71.95
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"TREATMENT OF WHITE COLLAR CRIME VERSUS TREATMENT OF BLUE COLLAR CRIME IN THE ENGLAND
This research examines differences in the treatment of blue collar and white collar criminals by the legal system in England. An attempt is made to answer questions of both how and why with respect to such differences.
Defining White Collar and Blue Collar Crime
Before attempting to assess the differences in the ways in which white collar and blue collar criminals are treated by the English justice system, it is necessary to define the two classes of crime. In 1961, E. H. Sutherland said that white collar crime was that committed by persons of ?high social status and respectability in the course of ? occupation.?. In the late-1980s, white collar crime began to be characterized as ..."
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Employee Motivation, 1989.
Examines motivational theory & applications in union & non-union contexts. Discusses blue-collar workers, incentive plans, seniority, pink-collar office workers, bus drivers, professional nurses and future outlook.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 19 sources, $ 95.95
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"This research examines motivation in organizations, with an emphasis on the different factors involved in the motivation of union and non union employees. A brief review of motivational theory, together with a consideration of motivation in the union/non union context, is followed by case examples of the motivation of union and non union employees. The final discussion considers the future outlook of motivation in the union/non union context.
REVIEW OF MOTIVATION THEORY AND A
CONSIDERATION OF MOTIVATION IN THE UNION/NON UNION CONTEXT
Two of the most widely accepted theories of motivation applied in organizational environments are those of Abraham (...)"
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Rational Choice and White Collar Crime, 2005.
This paper covers some recent research into white-collar crime and ties it in with the rational-choice theory of crime. This paper focuses more on the causal aspect of white-collar crime than on the outcome aspect of it.
1,837 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper discusses how the existing stereotype of a white-collar offender as a high-ranking executive may be flawed. The demographics of white-collar offenders suggest most of them are middle-class white males. It looks at the theories as to why such people would commit these crimes and explains that most theories center on the rational-choice decision making process because of the protracted and diligent nature of white-collar crimes. It further discusses how, within the white-collar inmate community, there also appear to be two separate pathways to white-collar crime: one marked by previous run-ins with the law before turning to white-collar crime, and the other one marked by no run-ins with the law.
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"White-collar crime has gained increased notoriety in recent years with the downfall of Enron, WorldCom, and insider trading by Martha Stewart. Despite its increased awareness in the public, its etiology is not well known. One of the main reasons for criminologists' naivete regarding white-collar crime is the lack of scientific research on the topic. The relative lack of data arises from an array of political, sociological, penological, and funding issues. The data that is available to researchers indicates that the existing stereotype of white-collar crime offenders is flawed."
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International Trade and The Stagnation Of Wages Of The American Worker, 1995.
Attempts to explain the trend of eroding blue-collar wages and closely examines theories and indicators.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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"International Trade and the Stagnation of Wages of the American Worker
Introduction
Current economic conditions for the wage earner in the United States have a familiar historic ring. While the economy in general seems to be expanding, fewer and fewer high paying jobs are available for both the skilled and unskilled worker. These are the same conditions that seem to arise where labor, capital, and free trade intertwine. Explanations for our own domestic ills seems to point towards foreign competition, ever increasing efficiency in industry, and the ebb and flow of goods, capital, and labor around the world. However, it is important to recognize that the problems of the wage earner in the United ..."
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Inequalities In the Workplace, 1999.
Discusses gender and racial issues, glass ceiling, sexual harassment, an example ("Quaker Oats"), the white- vs. blue-collar aspect and the role of the government.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 14 sources, $ 71.95
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"INEQUALITIES IN THE WORK PLACE
Introduction
This research examines the issue of inequalities in the work place in the United States. In this examination, inequalities are considered within the contexts of (1) the "glass ceiling," (2) sexual harassment, (3) white-collar vs. blue-collar, and (4) discrimination on the basis of race and ethnicity."
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White Collar Crime, 2008.
This paper examines "Profit Without Honor: White-Collar Crime and the Looting of America" by Stephen M. Rosoff, Harry N. Pontell and Robert Tillman, which discusses white-collar crime with specific attention to accountants' and auditors' fraud.
949 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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The paper looks closely at the book "Profit Without Honor: White-Collar Crime and the Looting of America" by Rosoff, Pontell and Tillman and asserts that the book is a testament to the need for dramatic change in the government to gain control of white-collar crime. The paper discusses the authors' contention that white-collar crime, especially in accounting and auditing, continues despite many efforts by law enforcement agencies and government officials. The paper agrees with Rosoff, Pontell and Tillman that white-collar crime is as affecting and malicious as other forms of crime and should be addressed appropriately.
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"Rosoff, Pontell & Tillman address the subject of fraud and white-collar crime in their work, Profit Without Honor: White-Collar Crime and the Looting of America. This book provides the reader with an overview of the many types of white collar crimes occurring in the States including fraudulent actions in accounting and auditing. Rosoff, Pontell & Tillman (2004) note how history is infamous for showing the many ways that institutions can create, distribute and store money, and how easy it is for employees to gain access to that money. The manner in which money is stored according to the authors, is partly to blame for the "evolution" of white-collar crime as they refer to it."
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?Sonny?s Blues?, 2002.
The important image of blues music in James Baldwin's short story "Sonny's Blues".
1,876 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes "Sonny's Blues" by James Baldwin, a short story set in New York City's Harlem. Specifically, the the paper discusses the role the blues plays in the story. The paper shows that "Sonny?s Blues" is about being lost, and trying to be found, within the context of being a black man in this society; and of finding oneself as so many black men have, through the blues?both as music, and as storytelling.
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"But if blacks recognize each other in the rarefied smoky atmosphere of the jazz clubs, black society at large often doesn?t even honor its own. It?s sometimes impossible to earn a living as a musician--something the narrator warned Sonny about after their mother died. The narrator doesn?t even know who Charlie Parker is?perhaps the greatest jazz musician of all time. If blacks themselves can?t recognize the geniuses among them, what chance does Sonny have? ?You?ll have to be patient with me. Now. Who?s this Parker character?? the narrator asks Sonny, who becomes sullen and turns his back. ?He?s just one of the greatest jazz musicians alive.? Sonny, too, will turn out to be a creative genius. For the black man, this means spontaneous improvisation: ?Baldwin?s bastardized characters must legitimize self through endless improvisation?[they] begin with memory, then bursts out into improvised song.? (Tsomondo, p. 197)"
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The Blues, 2002.
A review of three musical pieces: Sonny's Blues" by James Baldwin, "The Sorrow Songs" by W.E.B. Du Bois, and "Am I Blue" by Alice Walker.
1,403 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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The purpose of this paper is to discuss and analyze the three works "Sonny's Blues," by James Baldwin, "The Sorrow Songs," by W.E.B. Du Bois, and "Am I Blue," by Alice Walker. Specifically, it discusses the use of the blues in all three works, and how music influences each story. The writer argues that music, specifically the blues, plays an important and valuable role in supporting the characters and making the stories more believable and moving.
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"Each author uses the blues in a different way, but the music plays an important part in each story, making them more readable, and the characters more sympathetic to the reader. The blues is a form of music that originated in black Harlem in New York City in the 1920s and 1930s. It has always been a kind of melancholy music that illustrates the unhappiness and unsettled lives of black Americans."
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Blues and the Community, 2002.
This paper examines the impact of the blues on community development
in the Mississippi Delta.
2,614 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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This paper begins by discussing how Mississippi Delta was the birthplace of the Blues movement and introduces the first musicians of this form of music. It then discusses how the Blues movement developed into a form of community bonding and how it benefited the community. It mentions landmark institutions which developed from the Delta Blues. These include the Delta Blues Museum and the The Delta Blues Education Program, The Delta Blues Hall of Fame and The Mississippi Delta Blues Society.
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"The Mississippi Delta is not a large area geographically, yet writer Robert Palmer argues that it has contributed more to American music than any other region (Palmer, 1993, p. 11). Famous Delta blues musicians include Robert Johnson, Charley Patton, B.B. King, Sonny Boy Williamson, Muddy Waters, Floyd Jones and Howlin' Wolf. And even though Delta natives such as Albert King and John Lee Hooker left for more promising opportunities elsewhere, hundreds of other artists stayed behind and kept the blues tradition alive at home where today it is played at weddings, house parties, fish fries, juke joints and festivals (Clarksdale, 1999)."
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The Black Roots of America's Blues, 2001.
This paper looks at the history of the "Blues" and its influence on the American music scene.
1,950 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper is an in-depth examination of the Blues. It begins by taking a look at the Deep South roots of the original Blues during slavery and how it began to spread north to Harlem in the late 1900s. The birth of contemporary Blues in the 1940s is detailed and it looks at some of the musicians, such as Scott Joplin who began incorporating these rhythms into their music. The next area covered is the building of the Blues, and traces the growth of different genres from the original blues. According to this author, the legacy of the blues was set, when it reached the ears of Elvis Presley, which led to the birth of rock and roll.
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"The music that was originally known as the blues developed from a variety of hereditary and regional musical influences and practices popular among the people of the southern portion of the United States. The roots of all varieties of blues music can be traced to the southern states, particularly those that comprise the area of the nation known as the Deep South. The music originating in the hills and backwoods of Mississippi, Tennessee and Kentucky, music that has become most commonly associated with "hillbilly" bands and rhythms, is in fact a variety of the blues genre that is often referred to as "country blues" (Pooley 86). The style and genre that is most commonly associated with the blues, however, is also commonly associated with the nation's African-American sector and stems from the "Delta blues", a form of the blues that originated among the slave populations of the antebellum south and developed alongside its country "cousin" (86). This distinct musical style and form developed from the West African rhythms and beats that were brought to America by African slaves imported during the early years of slavery, rhythms and beats that were kept alive and passed down from generation to generation by the traditional music and songs of southern slaves."
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Impact of White Collar Crime, 2008.
This paper defines and discusses the impact of white-collar crime on business and society.
3,616 words (approx. 14.5 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 100.95
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In this article, the writer provides a clear overview of the different manifestations of white-collar crime, as well as provides insight into the historical development of the term. The study also focuses on the insidious nature of white-collar crime in terms of issues such as trust and the apparent respectability associated with the crime, as well as other pertinent aspects. The paper explores the way that this form of crime operates and the legal aspects that surround and prevent it and that have been implemented to curtail this expensive and growing category of crime. While the focus of the paper is on the way white-collar crime affects modern business, especially online business, the paper also focuses on the numerous ways that it negatively impacts on and affects society in general.
Outline:
Introduction
Definitions and Overview
History of the Term
Types of White-Collar Crimes
The Extent and Impact of White-Collar Crime
Conclusion
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"In sociological and criminological terms, this was a radical deviation for the accepted perception of the criminal in society."
"It should also be noted that this was not the very first time that affluent businesspersons and the 'upper-class' had been identified as criminals. The difference was that the popularization and acceptance of the term white-collar criminal indicated an important a shift in theory and in the formal perception of this criminal type. This was to have a dramatic effect on policies and the theories about modern criminal behavior."
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