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"Boston Against Busing", 2002.
Book review of Roland Formisano's "Boston Against Busing: Race, Class and Ethnicity in the 1960s and the 1970s".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper reviews Roland Formisano's "Boston Against Busing", which shows how the anti-busing movement in Boston was just as much about class as it was about race. We see that class resentment lingers beneath the surface of racism.
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Busing in Boston, 2007.
An analysis of the history behind "Boston Against Busing," written by Ronald P. Formisano.
2,027 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper details the history as presented in the book "Boston Against Busing," written by Ronald P. Formisano. It describes the racism in the 1970s when the courts mandated busing children away from their neighborhood schools to more distant locations, as a way of addressing the racial imbalance in the schools. The paper analyzes Formisano's depiction of the events.
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"The decision was handed down by Judge Garrity in 1974, and he sought to make certain that the order was followed immediately. The school board and its supporters were largely in denial that there was any segregation in Boston, but the court did not listen to this claim. The next argument was that segregation was beyond the ability of the school district to address, and the court rejected this idea as well. In fact, the judge found that the school system used a feeder method that assured that blacks and whites were deliberately separated into black and white schools. The system claimed that it allowed black students to enroll in schools of their choice, but the judge found that school policies were intended to discriminate on the basis of race. Formisano notes that the decision should not have been a surprise, though it was treated by opponents as if it were and as if there were no foundation or precedent for it."
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School Buses: Ownership vs. Outsourcing, 2002.
A discussion of ownership of school buses versus contracting out for busing services.
1,665 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 4 sources, $ 54.95
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This paper explores the advantages and disadvantages to owning and operating a fleet of school buses by the school system as opposed to outsourcing the system needs to a contracted company.
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"America?s economy has been in a slump for several years now and with that the school budgets across the country are being reevaluated to reduce spending as much as possible. One aspect of the public school systems that is being examined is the issue of transportation. School buses have long since been a point of controversy during school bus discussions each year. School bus transportation becomes a bone of contention in many fiscal debates. The districts that provide transportation for its students must locate and purchase buses and maintain their mechanical soundness and safeness. Recently there has been a second possible solution for providing transportation for school students. The idea of outsourcing the transportation needs of entire districts has been experimented with some measure of success across the country. The outsourcing of buses for the purpose of transporting students to and from school and home offers certain benefits as well as certain problems. Each district that provides transportation has to look at the pros and cons of each possibility based on its own budget constraints, needs and abilities and then choose the option best suited for it."
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Boston and the Breach with England, 2005.
A complete discussion of the prominence of Boston in the eventual breach with England.
3,680 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 127.95
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A complete discussion of the prominence of the city of Boston in the eventual breach and Colonial rebellion with England, including some of the important personages of Boston, and traditions and qualities of Boston that contributed to the break is provided in essay format. The paper looks at the impact of the Boston Massacre and Boston Tea Party.
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"The breach with England that preceded the American Revolution fomented primarily in Massachusetts and New England particularly Boston..."
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Boston Past and Present, 2002.
A discussion of the significance of three sites in Boston's social history, the Second Church in Boston, the old Scollay Square and the modern City Hall Plaza.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper will examine the history and significance of the Second Church in Boston; the old Scollay Square and the modern City Hall Plaza built on the same site; and the John Hancock Tower. All three sites embody the theme of change, which has dominated the architectural history of the city. Each, in its own way, represents a window upon Boston's history and the social forces that shaped the fabric of the city.
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Safety on School Buses, 2005.
A discussion about the importance of safety belts on school buses.
1,214 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper posits that seat-belts must be mandatory on all school buses because they reduce the risk of injury or death, car safety rules must be consistent and there is no valid opposition for this rule. It argues that seat-belts have been proven effective in increasing safety through many years of use in automobiles and laboratory tests have additionally shown them to be safe in school buses. Without seat-belts on school buses, children will be less likely to always buckle up in their cars too. Finally, the paper concludes that the opposition simply does not have grounds for disputing mandatory seat belts on buses because the safety of our children must be the first priority.
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"Thirty years ago, there were not laws regulating child safety seats in cars, nor would any vehicle produced at that time pass today's rigorous safety standards; obviously, modern technology and knowledge is meant to overcome the safety faux-pas of decades past to create a safer, healthier environment for children. Would any parent today feel comfortable handing their child a mercury-filled thermometer or Happy Meal toy? The answer is no, and this is evidence that yesterday's safety standards are not applicable to child safety today. Another argument against seat-belts is that some kinds of belts may cause more harm than good in case of an accident. The solution to this critique is simple: only install the seat-belt designs that would actually protect passengers in case of an accident. It is well documented which kinds of seat belts (like lap-only belts) are potentially harmful, and which ones are safe."
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Boston, 2007.
An analysis of the economic, educational and cultural resources available in Boston, Massachusetts
987 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses the historical roots and evolution of the city of Boston, Massachusetts. It describes Boston's economic climate, its transition from manufacturing to high technology and defense and, most recently, to healthcare and biotechnology. The paper then describes the availability of educational and cultural activities and centers in Boston.
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"Boston and its surrounding suburbs make it the leading center of higher education in the United States. The number of universities is extraordinary. The two largest universities directly within the city are Boston University and Northeastern University. Other Boston suburban schools include Boston College, Brandeis University, Emmanuel College, Emerson College, Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Simmons College, Suffolk University, Tufts University, the University of Massachusetts, and Wellesley College. On the positive city, students at these universities keep the atmosphere in Boston young and invigorating relative to stodgier New England areas. However, Bostonians have a tendency to place too much emphasis on where you went to school before focusing on who you are as an individual and what you have to offer. This bias permeates throughout social circles and businesses seeking qualified job applicants. Yet, Boston's strong economy accommodates growth for anyone who is motivated to succeed."
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The Boston Massacre, 2007.
An overview of the key players and the cause and effect of the 1770 Boston Massacre.
942 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper examines how in 1770, increasing hostility and tension between the British military and Boston colonial civilians triggered an event that would turn the colonists into patriots who would oppose British rule. It also discusses how the Boston Massacre was not necessarily a battle, but an inciting incident that Paul Revere was able to turn into a piece of propaganda against the British and how it was thus a key event leading up to the Revolutionary War.
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"The Boston Massacre was instigated by a smaller series of events taking place in a much bigger picture. There was tension between the American colonist and the British in the spring of 1770 (The Library of Congress 2007). The events of March 5th were thus of a much smaller consequence that turned into a historically significant event. The Boston Massacre was instigated by a young apprentice Edward Garrick who called to a British Officer that he was late paying a bill. Garrick continued to yell, and when called over to the customs house, Garrick was hit on the head by the British private outside. "
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The Boston Massacre, 2002.
Description of the Boston Massacre and the events leading up to and following the historical event.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 44.95
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The Boston Massacre was an unfortunate event in American history that fueled resentment against British rule and ultimately united the colonists in their drive for independence. This paper describes what happened on March 5, 1770 in Boston and traces the events leading up to and following the "massacre."
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The Boston Tea Party, 2005.
An analysis of the events leading up to the most famous act of American rebellion, the Boston Tea Party.
1,540 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper reviews the events and policies which led the American colonists to cast off the leash of England and fight for autonomy. The paper analyzes England's logic and purpose behind the Stamp Act, Townshend Act and Quartering Act. It also discusses the effects of the Seven Years War, Boston Massacre and monopoly of the East India Trading Company on the reasoning of the Americans. Finally, it describes how all of these events led up to the Boston Tea Party.
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"Hoping to starve Boston into submission was yet another mistake Britain made. It only united the Colonies more in their fight against the Crown, the other major cities sent supplies to Boston so it could out last the act. England brought the Revolution upon itself, the King and Parliament made poor decisions when it came to the Colonies. England thought that they could force the Colonies into union; they did not recognize that the more they tried to unite, the more the Colonists resisted."
"The Boston Tea Party was indeed the first Act of Revolution in the war, James Stokesbury says, "In fact it [The Boston Tea Party] was the chief turning point in the progression toward revolution (34)." I would say it was also the point of no return, because after such a dramatic work of rebellion the Americans could not crawl back, they had to continue on that path. The tea party set the tone of how the war would be fought and won."
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The Boston Beer Company, 2005.
A look at transformational organization in The Boston Beer Company and the effects on employees and stakeholders.
1,024 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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Organizational change is examined at The Boston Beer Company where transformational leadership is used as opposed to traditional leadership. The paper examines the communication between leaders of the company and team members as well as the company stakeholders. Finally, the paper examines the importance of teamwork in the transformational organization.
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"The Boston Beer Company "known for the quality of our beers, and for our creativity and innovation in developing, brewing, and selling these beers" (Samuel Adams, n.d., para 1) are the makers of Samuel Adams and Samuel Adams Light beer. Since founded in 1984 the company has won many awards including being sited as one of the best companies to work for by the Boston Magazine, and by The Princeton Review as one of the best entry level jobs, and Jim Koch "has been named an "Entrepreneur of the Year" by Inc. Magazine" (Samuel Adams, para 1). To understand why this company has won these awards we must examine the way the company is a transformed organization."
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The Boston Tea Party, 2002.
Historical account of "The Boston Tea Party" and the events surrounding it.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 44.95
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One of the most famous incidents leading up to the American Revolution, the "Boston Tea Party", fueled tensions on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. This paper describes this incident and traces events leading up to and following it.
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Boston Architecture, 2004.
This paper discusses two Boston architecture sites: Trinity Church and the John Hancock skyscraper in Copley Square.
1,305 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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The paper explains that Trinity Church (1876) remains a historical wonder of religion and beauty, but the John Hancock skyscraper is both aesthetically unpleasant and structurally unsound. The author points out that the Trinity Church heralded the signature "Richardsonian Romanesque" style of its celebrated designer, H. H. Richardson, and presented a bold, fresh, new face and feeling for ecclesiastical architecture in America. The paper relates that neighboring the Trinity Church is the modern minimalist John Hancock skyscraper (1976), by far the tallest building in all of Boston, with a facade of blue reflective glass that makes it look like a giant test tube, a bizarre juxtaposition in style and purpose.
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"The original Trinity Church in Boston was built by John Indicott in the 1700?s. However, in 1860 the Vestry voted to move the church to a new location. In January of 1872, a 24,800 square foot plot of land was purchased in Boston, having been carefully chosen as the site for the church, and soon after committee meetings began to review architectural plans for the building. Gambrill and Richardson, a firm of H. H. Richardson, was commissioned to design the church. Additional funds were set aside for the building, allowing an additional plot of land to be purchased, adding nearly 15,000 feet to the original plan. The church is surrounded on all sides by streets, not other buildings that would restrict the view of the church. In April of 1873, engineers began driving wooden pilings, most of which were completed from July to September of this year. However, the Vestry became discouraged by the building cost estimates -- ranging from a soaring $355,000 to $640,000 -- and they halted work on the building until Richardson revised his plans, capping off the new estimates around $400,000. In November of 1876, the building was finally complete, and it was paid in full by February of 1877."
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Historical Events Leading up to the Boston Tea Party, 2001.
A look at the lead-up and causes of the outbreak of violence known as the Boston Tea Party.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper documents the events leading up to the violence of the Boston Tea Party on the evening of December 16, 1773.
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"When the Boston Tea Party occurred on the evening of December 16,1773, it was the culmination of many years of bad feeling between the British government and her American colonies. The controversy between the two always seemed to hinge on the taxes, which Great Britain required for the upkeep of the American colonies. Starting in 1765, the Stamp Act was intended by Parliament to provide the funds necessary to keep peace between the American settlers and the Native American population. The Stamp Act was loathed by the American colonists and later repealed by parliament. (http://www.bostonteapartyship.com/History.htm) However, the British government quickly enacted other laws designed to solve monetary problems. Each act was met with resistance. The Boston Tea Party was the final act of focused rage against a Parliamentary law."
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Albert DeSalvo: The Boston Strangler?, 2006.
A study of Albert DeSalvo, the self-confessed Boston Strangler.
2,090 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper looks at the now cold case of the Boston Strangler from the 1950s. The author examines the life of Albert DeSalvo, who confessed to the crimes, but was murdered before he could be tried and convicted. The paper attempts to determine whether DeSalvo was in fact the strangler, based on his previous criminal convictions and other personal details.
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"Whether his stories of maltreatment are true is questionable, as he tended to be a braggart from childhood. He told of seeing his father knock out all his mother's teeth and then break all her fingers, as well as hitting Albert in the back with a pipe for moving to slowly. He also claimed his father sold him, along with his two sisters to a farmer in Maine for nine dollars, to be used as slave labor. DeSalvo also claimed that his father would bring prostitutes to their home and then strike his mother in front of them. This abuse continued until Frank and Charlotte DeSalvo divorced in 1944 (http://home1.inet.tele.dk/shilsta/killer1.htm)."
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