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Globalization and Capitalism., 2002.
Exploring the link between globalization and the logic of capitalism.
5,849 words (approx. 23.4 pages), 26 sources, MLA, $ 140.95
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This essay starts with discussing what is meant by the concept of global governance. In doing so it defines the very notion of governance, especially at a global level. Next, the logic of industrial capitalism is discussed so as to give coherence to how the concept is used in this essay. After elaborating the two concepts, the essay engages in establishing linkages between them in order to make explicit the nature of the relations between the logic of capitalism and global governance. In doing so, two aspects are be observed. First, is whether the logic of capitalism has really brought about contemporary global governance. Second, is whether the global governance really reinforces the logic of capitalism. Afterwards, the essay anticipates possible criticism to the argument to this essay. Lastly, a summary and conclusion are drawn in order to answer the question.
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"In his articles, Craig N. Murphy articulated his cautionary attitude towards the notion of global governance by stating that, ?contemporary global governance remains a predictable outcome to the overall logic of industrial capitalism?. This statement lambastes the possible self-complacency and taken-for-granted attitude on the current global governance with the absence of great wars for more than five decades. It strikes at the very heart of contemporary global governance in order to see whether it is really an outcome of the logic of capitalism."
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Globalization and Capitalism, 2008.
A comparison of the style and focus of Steven K. Vogel's article, "The Crisis of German and Japanese Capitalism" and Gary Teeple's article, "The Global Economy and the Decline of Social Reform."
1,546 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper discusses and compares Steven K. Vogel's article, "The Crisis of German and Japanese Capitalism" and Gary Teeple's article, "The Global Economy and the Decline of Social Reform." It describes the different style and focus of each article, as well as their similarities, especially in their main focus on modern day economic globalization and the current state of capitalism.
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"The thousands of Canadians who recently had to line up to get passports to cross the world's longest "friendly border" and enter the territory of our nearest neighbour most likely did not feel as if they were at the end of the era of the nation-state. Similarly, Canadian/Syrian national Maher Arar, who was allegedly deported to Syria via Jordan by the US government in 2002, there to be detained and tortured for a year, most likely did not feel as if he was living in the era of the end of the nation-state (Amnesty International, 2003). A year of being tortured in the name of national rivalries and animosities between two different nation states would cause most people to believe quite strongly that the nation state was alive and well. On the other hand, Teeple's analysis goes to the macro economic forces that operate below the surface, and it might be possible to simultaneously believe in the end of the nation-state in relation to economics, while allowing that deeply held animosities between nation states could continue to cause incidents such as Arar's ordeal, as well as calamities such as 9/11."
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Global and Multinational Capitalism, 2000.
A look at the great potential of globalization and multinational capitalism and the changes that need to be made for this potential to be realized.
1,031 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper looks at the development of multinational and global capitalism and how various global systems have become increasingly essential to its orderly progression. The writer shows how, in order to meet these specific needs it has become necessary to reorganize the manner by which many global standards address certain criteria with regard to structural content. The factors include currency, accounting, labor, corporate formation and the stock exchange and it is shown that if not properly engaged, the concepts of multinational and global capitalism will not reach their full potential.
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"As a means by which to implement new structure proposals for labor standards, one first needs to consider how the inherently related issues of race and gender play a role in this reconfiguration. It can be argued that if global capitalism is to flourish, it must do so with the inclusion of every individual, not just those who are deemed worthy. Issues of primary concern embody a number of gender- and race-related problems that -- if not somehow corrected -- will only serve to undermine the very objectives of global capitalism. "Too many labor leaders are still caught up in the mythology of the new deal programs of yesteryear rather than divorcing themselves from partisan politics that are destroying labor; rather than fighting exportation of capital and redistribution of public wealth and power; rather than fighting workplace racism and race-based politics that divide workers; rather than developing and moving a labor agenda" (Caffee, 1995, pp. 7-10)."
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Marxism and Global Capitalism, 2003.
A discussion on whether the theories of Marxism are more relevant than ever before in an age of global capitalism.
3,008 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 88.95
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This paper embarks on an examination of the theories of Marxism and argues that a specific engagement with "The Communist Manifesto" should prove to be fruitful in fulfilling this task. It points out that the theories of Marxism were based on the notion that the degeneration of capitalism would contribute to its eventual downfall, however the antithesis of degeneration has occurred. Hence, one could argue that the theories of Marxism carry no more relevance in an age of global capitalism. Despite this, this paper goes on to contend that to leave ones analysis at this would make it incomplete. One needs to go below the surface and back to "The Communist Manifesto" where amongst the passages one will find Marx and Engels anticipating and providing a vivid account of the global capitalism the world is now experiencing and a number of examples to support this are cited. Further evidence is cited which explains the reasons why the proletariat have not revolted. It concludes by noting that countless changes have occurred in the world since "The Communist Manifesto" was written which may well have led to a decline in the ?fashion? and significance of Marxist theories.
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"Central to Marx?s views on the capitalist system lies his notion of ?surplus value? which is the difference between the value of capital at the start of the capitalist production process and the additional value of commodities, which are produced. Surplus value only occurs in capitalist societies. The critical point that Marx makes is that the bourgeoisie or the minority of individuals appropriate surplus value or profit, which is in reality, produced by the rest of society namely the proletariat. Someone else reaps the product of their labour, they have invested their time and efforts in it, yet it is taken away from them. The profits of capitalist depend on the exploitation of the worker."
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Globalization and Capitalism, 2006.
This paper offers a case study to illustrate shareholder versus stakeholder capitalism.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 1 source, $ 89.95
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The paper explains how globalization has radically altered the viability of stakeholder capitalism, the conceptual pillar of the social market model embraced by the EU and Japan. Although on the surface it would seem that shareholder capitalism is better adapted to leverage globalization to good effect, the paper discusses how if practiced in extremes to the detriment of the social safety net ringing the developed world, it could prove to be a very destabilizing force.
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?Michael Jordan and the New Global Capitalism?, 2005.
This paper is a critical review of Walter LaFeber's book "Michael Jordan and the New Global Capitalism" (1999).
1,435 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper contends that Walter LaFeber in his short book "Michael Jordan and the New Global Capitalism", which presents the globalization of Michael Jordan and the impact of the National Basketball Association (NBA), Nike's and others on the rapidly growing global economy, gives a feeling that globalization is a multi-media "tail wagging the dog" sort of situation when indeed the opposite is quite true. The author points out that, although basketball has had a dramatic effect, it is by far not the only major globalization effort impacting so much of the earth as LaFeber would lead one to believe and several persons, such as Steve Jobs (Apple Computer and Pixar), Bill Gates and Ray Kroc (McDonald's),
have had a greater impacts upon globalization. The paper asserts that, given the facts presented by LaFeber concerning the exploitation of labor, particularly by such firms as the Nike Corporation and others, he does raise the specter of conflict the world is just beginning to experience as "economic warfare", such as described by CAA/Oxfam and the Australia's Democratic Socialist Party (DSP).
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Thesis Statement
The Selling and Globalization of Michael Jordan
The Perception of Acceptance of Globalization
The Specter of Conflict
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"Between CAA/Oxfam and the DSP, they now propound that there shall not be any future meetings of any worldwide, hemispheric or national trade groups without protests from these groups. Indeed, on the DSP Website they boast that over 100,000 people shall converge on the WTO meeting now scheduled in Nice, France. They furthermore boast of their conquests at prior meetings where they have protested however one is hard pressed to find any evidence of progress made by these groups beyond raising awareness of the issues. In point of fact, the multi-nationals are making improvements on all fronts to combat the negativity these protest groups pour out."
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"The Crisis of Global Capitalism", 2002.
An overview of capatalist principles in "The Crisis of Global Capitalism: Open Society Endangered" by George Soros.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper will discuss the book by George Soros entitled: "The Crisis of Global Capitalism: Open Society Endangered" and bring to life some of the key elements that make clear what he is saying. By giving a brief overview of this book, we can how Soros evaluates modern capitalist principles in a modern sensibility.
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Globalized Capitalism, 2005.
An analysis of globalized capitalism, from the perspectives of the dominant class and the working class.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper discusses the context for the current struggle between labor and capital, known as globalized capitalism. It discusses the stage of capitalism predicted by Marx and discusses this according to conflict theory. The paper also analyzes the situation from the point of view of the dominant class, as well as the oppressed worker.
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" Review Essay on "Modern Times, Ancient Hours" Introduction The context for the current struggle between labor and capital is globalized capitalism. While the capitalist dominant class regards this as the phase of mature capitalism, the oppressed worker perceives it as capitalism at fever pitch and out of control in its perfect alignment with globalization. Normally, the experience of work is presented in localized North American terms. Basso (2003), however, is concerned with international trends, and especially with trends in Eastern Europe after the fall of socialism. He points out the complex pathology in society: the paradoxical coexistence of unemployment with overwork."
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"The Silent Takeover: Global Capitalism And The Death Of Democracy", 2002.
Review of book about the effects of global capitalism.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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The merits of capitalism have been debated for decades. This paper discusses yet another book by a Cambridge economist Noreena Hertz on the effects of global capitalism upon democracy and related social perspectives.
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Global Capitalism, 2006.
An in-depth look at capitalism in relation to globalization.
2,336 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper presents a detailed examination of several sociological based articles that explore the topic of capitalism as it pertains to globalization. Using the article 'Democracy and Global Capitalism' written by Gordon Laxer in 1995, the paper compares the ideas promoted by Laxer as a springboard to examine later published ideas regarding corporate social responsibility and capitalism trends around the world.
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Introduction
Laxer's Springboard
Supporting Laxer's Thoughts
Conclusion
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"Additionally the article moves to explore the changes that have taken place in recent decades that have worked to build power for corporations instead of allowing the power to be held by the individuals that work for them. Reminding the reader that under the Gerald Ford administration a practice began in which the corporations did allow individual workers to own pieces of the company and allow them to garner a slice of the profits gains he then takes the reader on a tour through history in which after that era corporations began to exercise the advances in technology and globalization to threatened employees with moves across seas if they demanded higher wages or pieces of the profits(Laxer, 1995). Moving entire manufacturing or other operations overseas became a reality for many companies as they escaped ecological mandates, labor laws and wage demands by doing so. This recent turn of events provided corporations with the power politically, socially and economically(Laxer, 1995)."
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The Globalization Of Capital, 2005.
Argues that capital is even more unevenly distributed between the North and the South because of it globalization.
2,878 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper discusses the means by which capital is becoming globalized and argues that capital has become even more unevenly distributed between the North and the South, giving rise to the argument that the creation of global capital has had untold negative consequences for the poorer nations. The paper then attempts to prove this argument through an examination of the consequences of free trade and the activities of MNCs. Finally, the paper concludes that the removal of capital controls and the removing of much of a nation's control over capital has not just jeopardized national sovereignty, but has placed the Lesser Developed Countries (LDCs) in a position of financial instability.
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"The development of global economy has always depended upon the globalization of capital. For a global economy to emerge, capital itself must become global whereby it can easily move across national boundaries, without being confronted with obstacles. In this respect, capital here means both finance capital, and capital assets, including labour. Therefore, under the umbrella of globalization, and the determination to make capital global, labour, capital assets and finance capital will move across borders. In brief, globalization, guided by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and aided by the World Bank (WB) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), will establish a global economic system guided by the principle of free movement of capital, as facilitated by trade, foreign direct investment in the form of multinational corporations (MNCs), and the transference of chunks of national economic sovereignty to international financial institutions (IFI), such as the WB and the IMF, creating a largely uniform global economic system (Adams, 1999)."
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Oil Operations and Global Capitalism, 2001.
A look at the causes, effects and possible solutions to the problems caused by oil extraction in Ecuador.
840 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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This paper discusses the deleterious effects to the environment and local people caused by the extraction of crude oil from beneath the Amazonian rainforest in Ecuador. The paper explores the roles of the various players involved in the extraction, how it s affected by the workings of global capitalism, and possible solutions to the problems created. The paper also shows that addressing the impact of oil drilling on the people of Ecuador requires examining more than just material practices; it involves rethinking global economic, political and cultural power systems.
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"The extraction of crude oil from beneath the Amazonian rainforest in Ecuador over the past few decades has produced numerous deleterious effects on the environment and on the people who inhabit it. To truly understand the causes, effects, and possible solutions to the problems caused by oil extraction, it is necessary to appreciate the roles of the various players involved, their diverse agendas, ideologies, and histories, and the vast socio-political milieu that informs the workings of global capitalism. Political ecology provides a framework for untangling these intricacies while preserving their irreducible complexity."
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"Crisis Of Global Capitalism" by George Soros, 2000.
A review of the work critiquing concepts of equilibrium and reflexivity, global economy, impact of democracy on economics and financial markets.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 1 source, $ 55.95
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"Introduction
Hungarian-born George Soros has made his fortune in the financial markets, including reaping a considerable profit by speculating against the British pound in the early 1990s. He has written several books and articles about the global economy and financial markets; his most recent, the Crisis of Global Capitalism, addresses the failure of the capitalist system to meet the needs of the global economy successfully. This research examines the precepts which form the foundation of Soros' arguments, considers his opinions, and discusses the ramifications of the book in light of recent global economic events."
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Globalization, Women, and Canadian Immigration, 2006.
A discussion regarding the effect of globalization on human capital.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper reviews the effects of globalization, such as changes in the movement of capital, especially human capital, around the world in response to changing economic conditions. Immigration and labor policies will be increasingly affected by globalization. One group that will be especially affected by the positive and negative effects of changes in capital movement will is women.
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The Causes and Effects of Globalization, 2005.
Examines what causes globalization and the effects resulting from globalization.
1,037 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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Globalization has been defined as being the result of an increasing link of the national economies throughout the globe through trade, finance and the interactions among multinational firms. The paper shows that the causes of globalization are believed to be capitalism, information technology and cultural integration.
Paper Outline:
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Introduction
Globalization due to Capitalism
Cultural Integration
Political Agendas
Summary and Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Other benefits resulting from globalization are the raising of wages in developing countries due to job transitions. The entrance of capital into developing countries means that capital has exited other countries, which has resulted in creating economic uncertainty in some areas of the world. The U.S. economy specifically, due to outsourcing of jobs to developing countries that will provide the same labor for lower wages is one example of this."
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