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Fiscal Balance During the Clinton Years, 2005.
Examines the budgetary initiatives leading to fiscal balance during
the Clinton years.
4,151 words (approx. 16.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 111.95
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This report introduces the issues of fiscal balance in terms of problems faced by the Clinton administration and identifies alternative solutions. The paper also looks at existing literature on the subject and related issues, such as Clinton?s financial advice to Japanese leaders and various interpretations of political occurrences of the time. The methodology of the report concentrates on financial data derived from existing literature, with an eye on the reduction of bias through a balanced report. Additionally, the paper analyzes data and discusses questions of how balance was achieved and provides recommendations for the future in terms of fiscal policy that can be derived from extant data.
From the Paper
"The reduction of deficit and fiscal balance was particularly highlighted in the later years of the Clinton administration, but it may have had roots in the beginning of the administration in terms of the background of the policies which went into effect regarding government spending and tax revenue. When Clinton came into office, he had ideas about overhauling spending which were soon put into practice so that spending could be increased and tax cuts for the wealthy would not be a big part of the program. There was significant dissonance between this vision, which also included extensive healthcare and welfare reform, and the vision of the mostly-Republican Congress which was in office for most of Clinton?s years in office, and this also adds substantially to the
background of fiscal policy. For example, Clinton?s programs were more likely to be slowed down in Congress by this type of system."
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U.S. Balance of Payments, 2002.
This paper discusses and analyzes the United States balance of payments, an overall statement of all economic transactions between the U.S. and all other countries over a year?s time.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper analyzes line-by-line the tables that represent the Balance of Payments and show the amount of money received from other parts of the world and the amount spent abroad. The author concludes that the recession of 2001 had only a marginal impact on the trade deficit, mostly because the rest of the world had weakened along with the U.S..
Table of Content
Introduction
Item Analysis
Current Account
Capital Account
What the Balance of Payments Says About the Economy
Balance of Payments in 2000 and 2001
Year 2000
Balance of Payments Data -- 2000 and 2001($millions)
Comparison of U.S. Balance of Payments Current Account Data Line 18-38
Comparison of U.S. Balance of Payments Data Capital Account
Analysis
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"Basically, the first section of the balance of payments is made up of a current balance, which summarizes imports and exports; net income on investments, such as payments of profits and interest on debt; and transfers between individuals. The second section represents a capital balance of payments that records investments and loans, including those made by multinationals and banks. U.S. Exports include all goods or services produced in the U.S. and sold to other countries in the international market. U.S. Imports are goods or services produced in other countries and sold in the United States. An increase in U.S. receipts (such as an increase in U.S. exports) will lead to increased demand for dollars and an increased supply of foreign currency on foreign exchange markets."
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Balance of Payments, 2004.
An analysis of a country's balance of payments, with a focus on the United States.
2,019 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper presents a brief explanation of what a country's balance of payments is and the main elements of the balance of payments. The paper discusses the links between a country's balance of payments and its rate of economic growth, as well as the links between a country's balance of payments and the exchange rate of its currency. The paper analyzes the main reasons for the United States' balance of payments deficits over the past five years and examines the effects of these deficits upon the economy.
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"Currently, the U.S. in 2004 maintains a deficit in merchandise trade and the absence of strong net investment income inflows, a current account deficit. This has occurred for some time, but before these deficits were of not much concern, as they were theoretically and comfortably offset by the current account surpluses, such as the purchase of U.S. assets by foreign individuals and institutions. The result was such that net flow of receipts and payments was in balance, allowing for statistical discrepancy, without the need to any type of official transfers. (Ruby, 1999) But concern in light of the continuation of this state of affairs, combined with a weakened U.S. dollar has grown and the widening deficit reveals US continued and more sustained reliance on foreign cash than previously thought. (J Hughes, Financial Times, 15 September 2004) "
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U.S. Trade Balance and Exchange Rate, 2006.
This paper analyzes the issue of the U.S. trade balance and its significant impact on the exchange rate in America due to the burgeoning trade deficit and declining value of the dollar against other major world currencies.
1,922 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper examines the relationship between the trade balance and the exchange rate. The writer details the general rule of economics that states a negative trade deficit normally leads to a weaker currency while trade surplus results in enhanced value of currency, although there are exceptions to the rule, which are detailed in this paper. This paper discusses the issue of the U.S. trade balance and its effect on the exchange rate of the country's currency which is currently in the limelight due to the burgeoning U.S. trade deficit and the declining value of the dollar against other major world currencies. The writer of this paper delves into America's economy against that of China's and questions whether the U.S. dollar will retain its status of the reserve currency in the long run. This paper touches on the opinions and views of economists and U.S. treasury officials who contend that the current trade deficit is nothing to be alarmed about as the country's economy and the U.S. dollar survived a similar slide in the late 1980s. This paper also discusses the opinion of the U.S. administration that believes the alleged under-valuation of the Chinese Yen is a prime source for the deficit problems since there is a huge and growing trade imbalance between the U.S. exports and imports to China. The well-researched and well-written paper clearly define the terms: Trade balance, exchange rate and reserve currency.
Table of Contents:
What is Trade Balance?
What is Exchange Rate?
The Extent of Trade Balance Deficit in the U.S.
What is a Reserve Currency?
Can the U.S. Dollar Retain its 'Reserve Currency' Status for Long?
Is the U.S. Trade Deficit Sustainable?
Is China the Source of the Deficit Problem?
Possible Solutions to the Trade Deficit Problem
Conclusion
References
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"The key question is, can the US dollar retain its status of the resrve currency for long? History suggests that it may not. Before the advent of the dollar as the world's reserve currency, the British Pound had enjoyed such a status. Between the two World Wars and the post-World War II period saw the weakeing of the British economy. As a result, the British Pound was devalued by 30% in 1949, effectively ending its run as the world's reserve currency and the start of the dollar's reign. Dollar has been able to retain its status as the reserve currency since it was relatively stable, was backed up by the formidable economy of the US, low interest rates and the absence of an alternative currency."
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Regulating the Flow - Control of Water Balance in Animals, 2002.
A practical experiment looking at water balance within bodies
3,400 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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An experiment that looks at a large amount of data and interpreting this to draw conclusions on water balance within animals. Looks at hormonal responses, salt concentrations, nitrogenous wastes, water losses and water intake via foods. Data is provided in results, and is fully interpreted, with focus on kidney function and wastes with respect to water balance within the body.
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"In human?s, the role of water balance is controlled by the kidneys, which act as an internal filter, removing wastes from the blood such as nitrogenous compounds which can be toxic if they accumulate. In an average adult male, there is approximately 5 litres of blood within the body, and of this, 1 litre of blood passes through the kidneys in I minute, so the total blood volume is filtered roughly every 5 minutes. "
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The Proper Balance of Power in Democracies, 2008.
This paper discusses the balance of power as it relates to the judiciary in Canada.
2,414 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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Some political observers argue that the balance of power between the legislature and the judiciary resides with the judiciary in Canada - a troubling assertion for those who feel unelected officials should not hold that kind of sway over the political process. In the view of this writer, such an argument is undoubtedly correct. With that uppermost in mind, this article looks at why it may be said that Canadian judges wield sweeping powers. From there, the paper turns to examine the arguments raised by at least one prominent Canadian academic who feels strongly that judges should use the considerable powers of their position to promote the creation of a Canada more in keeping with the notions of equality and inclusiveness that Canada allegedly stands for. The writer concludes by looking at how justices now see themselves in Canada, how the Charter entrenchment of certain rights has expanded their legislative role and what implications their prominent place in the democratic process offers for interest groups and citizens' groups. The writer maintains that the proper balance of power in a democracy should be one in which judges interpret the law rather than make it via prescriptive measures, but laments whether this will ever happen in Canada.
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"Other academics, while appearing to share Dr. Greene's view that justices should play a key role in the shaping and formulation of Canadian law, nonetheless bristle at any suggestion that Canada's judiciary has been assertive in resisting the non-democratic or authoritarian impulses of Parliament - at least in some notable cases that have sweeping implications for all Canadians. For instance, L.E. Weinrib writes in 1994 that Canada's Supreme Court justices caved in to the legislature (and possibly to public pressure, as well) when they decided to reject Sue Rodriguez's request that she be allowed to die via assisted suicide. Of especial importance - at least to Ms. Weinrib - the majority of the Supreme Court read Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms as enshrining the sanctity of human life and not as an expression of an individual's right to be an autonomous decision-maker in a free society."
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The U.S.A Economy and Balance of Payments, 2004.
Provides information about recent balance of payments adjustments made by the U.S.A.
1,928 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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The Balance of Payments (BOP) is the method that countries use to monitor all international monetary transactions at a specific period of time. The paper analyzes the current balance of payments adjustments made by the U.S.A. It describes the reasons for the adjustments and discusses the type of adjustment used by the American government.
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"It was once believed that a nations stock of international reserves was adequate to cover a nation?s deficit, but history has shown that results are slow. The incentive for a nation to reduce payments surplus are not direct and immediate like that for reducing a payments deficit. (Carbaugh) The need for adjustment because of persistent BOP disequilibrium tends to have adverse economic consequences. There are two different classifications of BOP adjustments they are either automatic or discretionary. Under a system of fixed exchange rates, automatic adjustments can occur through variations in prices, interest rates, and incomes. The demand for and supply of money can also influence the adjustment process.
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The Work-Life Balance, 2004.
This paper discusses the concept of work-life balance and its relationship to the success and happiness of employees.
990 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses that a company can attain and maintain a high productivity level by ensuring their employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. The author points out that separating one?s personal life from one?s professional life has been the mantra of generations, but as the family has changed over the decades, this often has become unrealistic. The paper states that flexible work schedules, extended maternity leave, time management training, wellness programs, and telecommuting options may at first seem like more headache than they are worth, and yet, the happier, more motivated employees these types of policies produce more than pay for themselves.
From the Paper
"The benefits of work-life balance policies are numerous. Happier employees are more productive and more loyal. More productivity adds to a healthier bottom line. These policies can lead a company to attract and retain the best candidates for their open positions, increasing productivity even further. In general, work-life balance can help a company be more competitive in an increasingly competitive marketplace."
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Balance of Power, 2005.
A discussion of the theories of Kissinger, Morgenthau and Waltz in relation to the realistic perspective of the balance of power.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 10 sources, $ 142.95
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This paper discusses Morgenthau's feelings about how politicians and/or leaders must be viewed based on their decisions; Waltz's ideas on the ever changing outlook of the balance of power and Kissinger's ideas that history must be viewed in order to learn about countries and their ability to gain power.
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"David Hume said "It is a question, whether the idea of the balance of power be owing entirely to modern policy, or whether the phrase only has been invented in the later ages?" (Thompson & Morgenthau 1952, 105). Yet, as history has evolved it is evident that the theory of "balance of power" began to be constructed in ancient societies when there was a concern that one entity would become greater, or more prominent, than another. In early Greece, researchers contend, there is the first evidence of a concern for nations to achieve a balance of power within the world. Yet, this concern gained greater significance during the reign of Louis XIV in France, and developed further in Europe during WWI (Thompson & Morgenthau 1952, 105). "
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A Work-Life Balance, 2007.
This paper discusses the importance of companies finding a balance between their workers' business and personal needs.
2,236 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 69.95
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This paper relates that a consistent level of stress in working environments that has pushed workers to be successful has been detrimental to businesses, as well as society. The paper explains that because of these instances of violence and unrest within the working class, such as in the United States Postal Service and the nursing profession, businesses have discovered that they must now find methods that will create a balance between work and life. The paper concludes that businesses must now plan for a restructuring that accommodates the worker in his or her professional and personal existence.
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"The balance between work and an individual's life is significant in modern society because the concept suggests that the person has some form of control over his or her existence. At the beginning of industrialization Karl Marx noted that workers would ultimately have no control over their lives in a capitalistic society. Marx contended that there would be two classes in the social order - the wealthy and the laborers. In Marx' view, the wealthy would own all businesses and the laborer would depend on the business in order to survive in the social order. However, Marx also indicated that as time progressed the wealthy would manipulate the working man into believing that if he worked hard and long enough he would be capable of overcoming his hardships."
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"The Sacred Balance", 2002.
A review of chapter eight of "The Sacred Balance" by David Suzuki.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper will discuss the book the "Sacred Balance" by David Suzuki, and focus on the topics that are the central theme in Chapter 8. The notion of sacred matter is discussed in this book, and we can seek to understand what Suzuki means by this, the notion of all the elements that play a part in our environment are part of his main theme in this chapter, as well how they integrate into our world. By understanding Suzuki's idea of the four elements, we can see what he trying to convey in this chapter on a spiritual and physical contemplation of this idea.
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"Earth in the Balance", 2002.
A look at Al Gore's 1992 book, "Earth in the Balance: Ecology and the Human Spirit".
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, $ 53.95
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This six-page undergraduate academic paper examines and analyzes Al Gore's 1992 book, Earth in the Balance: Ecology and the Human Spirit, in terms of his interpretation of the environmental issues involved, his command of the relevant facts, and whether his recommended solutions are wise or practical.
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The Delicate Balance, 2002.
This paper discusses the importance of keeping a balance in activities
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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. College is the spinning plate act of all time. Maintaining an equilibrium between work, classes, partying, and sleeping is a task worthy of the most skilled time managers and is undertaken by college students the world over. When the delicate balance that is college life gets disrupted all manner of maladies can occur.
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"Earth in the Balance", 2002.
A review of the book "Earth in the Balance" and market liberalism, as seen in Al Gore's politics.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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An essay that describes market liberalism (otherwise known as libertarian economics) from the point of view of Al Gore. It is supposed to be part of an imaginary "new edition" of his extensive treatise on ecology and government, Earth in the Balance. It can also stand on its own as an opinion paper about environmental abuses by modern industry, and the worth of government regulation.
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The Balance between Individual and Community, 2001.
A paper which shows how the balance between the rights and desires of individuals have fluctuated with that of the community throughout western civilization.
1,301 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 2 sources, $ 43.95
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This paper examines both sides of the balance between the individual and the community by analyzing the sources "Funeral Oration" by the great Athenian Orator Pericles, written in 431 B.C. and Giovanni Pico della Mirandola?s, "Oration on the Dignity of Man" from the fifteenth century. The paper shows that in Athens the rights of the individual were limited and the community took precedence. It shows how on the opposite side of the spectrum is the Italian belief of the independent individual and boundless man. The paper also applies these theories to the present equilibrium between community and individual in America today.
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"Has there ever been a stable balance between the rights and desires of the individual and of the community that have occurred and lasted in history? The essential need of civilization is an equilibrium between the individual and the community. If the rights and desires of an individual are emphasized more than the community a breakdown of society is inevitable. This imbalance places a stress on one idea and the other is abandoned. A basis that is not broad and equal in all importance will fail. An ideal balance is impossible to achieve; however, societies have tried to find a balance that would be most fitting for them and their time and that parallels the ideals they stand for. Their endeavors have been very different. This difference can be detected by analysis of historical documents that were written by people living in their respected time frame."
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