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Savings and Loans, 2008.
This paper discusses savings and loans looking at the U.S. banking crisis of the 1980s.
1,923 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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In this article the writer discusses the US banking crisis of the 1980s otherwise known as the savings and loan crisis. The writer notes that the foundations of the crisis are found in the late 1960s and the 1970s when various states began to deregulate the savings and loans chartered by them. The writer points out that in the 1980s, continued deregulation and lax oversight contributed to the savings and loan crises, which ultimately cost the U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars to repair. The writer concludes that the primary question that the banking crisis of the 1980s leaves one with, is not if this type of industry transgression will occur again, but rather, when it will occur again.
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Abstract
The Crisis Foundations
Regulatory Expansion of Services
Mid Decade Industry Expansion
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The US banking crisis of the 1980s centered on the failure of some of the nation's largest savings and loans (S&L) institutions and the policies and regulations that seemed to facilitate this crisis. The US banking crisis of the 1980s crisis did not, however, simply occur in a vacuum and take the nation by surprise. While its ultimate severity may have surprised some people familiar with the industry, in fact, many people recognized that the S&L crisis really had its roots in the 1960s and 1970s when market interest rate increases undermined the S&L industry's competitiveness for deposits. Thus, the foundation of the S&L crisis of the 1980s has its roots during the 60's and 70's when the original state imposed rate ceilings limited S&L competitiveness and then, subsequently, state and federally mandated policies and regulations over compensated for these earlier restrictions through aggressive deregulation."
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U.S.A. Immigration, 2007.
This paper discuses past and present U.S.A. immigration laws and the attitudes of citizens towards immigrants
1,235 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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This paper explains that, although historically on the surface U.S.A. policy has maintained an open door towards immigration, more established immigrant groups and nationalities have discouraged immigration from nations and ethnicities other than their own. The author points out that given the impending health care crisis and the pressure on the educational system, currently, America's immigration laws are under attack for being too lax on both legal aliens and illegal immigrants. The paper relates that the proponents of the latest immigration laws hold to the premise that it is impossible to prevent immigrants from entering the U.S. through legal or illegal means; therefore, legal methods of obtaining citizenship should be proposed even for less favored immigrants.
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"Doubtlessly, the United States policy regarding immigration has ceaselessly demanded that foreign peoples conform to our culture, religion, language, and preferably be of our race. The general fear is loss of our way of life; loss of our jobs, degradation of our language, loss of our vast open spaces, weakening of the economy, and loss of our identity. To many people these threats are very real; presently the U.S. takes in almost half of the world's immigrants; this suggests that if there were no regulations, drastic changes would come about."
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The Parmalat Scandal, 2008.
This paper examines the accounting and auditing roles in the Italian Parmalat scandal.
1,025 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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The paper discusses the Italian food conglomerate Parmalat's financial scandal that was one of the worst in world history. The paper looks at the combination of financial fraud and lax oversight and demonstrates what went wrong. The paper focuses on the auditor's role in this scandal and addresses what can be done to avoid such unethical activities in the future.
Outline:
What Went Wrong at Parmalat?
What Was the Auditor's Role?
What Can Be Done to Avoid Parmalat in the Future?
From the Paper
"In December 2003, the Italian food conglomerate Parmalat crashed in a financial scandal that was one of the worst in world history (Citizen Works, 2006). Through a combination of financial fraud and lax oversight, the company had engaged in misstating income and hiding debt. In fact, the fraud was so extensive that almost 80% of the company's income for one sales year was fabricated of lies, and all of its profits were made up (Rogers, 2005). The scandal was particularly damaging to proponents of a principles-based reform of accounting, since it showed that such a system was just as prone to abuse and scandal as an alternate rules-based system. In fact, following the Enron and Worldcom scandals in the U.S., under the rules-based accounting system followed in the U.S., the Generally Accounted Accounting Principles (GAAP) had been reformed under Sarbanes-Oxley to bring the GAAP standards more in line with principles-based approaches (Rogers, 2005). The Parmalat scandal showed that these reforms ultimately may not work either if the accountants in a scandal are either collusive or neglectful to the point that scandal is possible by unethical persons."
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Google's Internet Strategy Analysis, 2008.
An analysis of Google's overall business model and strategy, focusing on how Google attracts and retains customers.
2,779 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 82.95
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This paper discusses how Google Search focuses on two customer segments, "The Consumer" and "The Marketer" and shows how they relate to each other, and how Google's overall business model and strategy affects them. The writer's personal experience with both segments is related, with some suggestions for improvement in the "Marketer" segment. The writer explains how Google acquires the information that it makes available, and the very lax terms of their privacy policy that allow them to disseminate information freely. This paper contains a figure.
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Target Customer Segments
Customer Acquisition Strategies
Customer Retention Strategies
Customer Service Strategies
Integration into Overall Marketing Strategy
Technical Infrastructure Required
Data Acquisition, Management, and Use
Metrics
Social Issues: China
Conclusion
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"I chose to identify the first segment as "The Marketer" because that is the person or group of persons who will be spending money on advertising. As we know, ad revenue from Google Search is the backbone of the company's revenue stream and has been for quite some time. I would further contend that any competent internet marketing strategy must include cost-per-click advertising on a search engine. Google is far and away the dominant company in that field and they make it somewhat easy to get up and running with an ad program. It can be done in as little as 15 minutes."
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Poison in a Pretty Bottle, 2009.
A discussion of the extent to which cosmetics contain toxic ingredients.
1,420 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper looks at some of the chemicals contained in cosmetics and the dangers they pose to our health. The author explains that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is extremely lax in their requirements with respect to cosmetic products and does not even have the authority to take a harmful product off the market unless the manufacturer voluntarily recalls that product. The author describes the use and effects of some of the most harmful ingredients, such as phthalates, lead and 1,4-Dioxane. The paper concludes that until the FDA approaches the EU's elevated health standards, American consumers are better off doing their own research before buying such products, and making an extra effort to make their concerns known to the government and demand changes.
From the Paper
"In comparison with the European Union's Cosmetic Directive, the FDA is failing miserably in keeping up with personal care safety standards. Currently, the FDA has only prohibited 9 toxic ingredients from being included in cosmetics, while the EU has banned over 1,000. To aggravate the issue, the Cosmetics Ingredients Review, an organization that works with the FDA, "reviewed just 11 percent of the 10,500 cosmetic ingredients cataloged by the FDA, [while the] 89 percent of ingredients that remain unassessed are used in more than 99 percent of all products on the market" (Inspired Living)."
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Democracy Analysis: Opendebate.com, 2009.
The paper attempts to provide an answer to the proposition that the Internet encourages democratic process.
2,927 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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The paper seeks to examine the statement by Stephen Lax that the "Internet will enhance the democratic process" and for that purpose the paper looks at the Internet site "Opendebate.com", a site in which any user may post a multiple choice poll question in any of five categories: politics, society, health, science, and entertainment. Users can then respond to the polls by either voting (abstaining from voting is also a type of voting allowed) and/or posting a response to a poll question. The paper first sets the boundaries for the term "democracy" and then the criteria upon which to examine the site.
Outline:
Dissemination of Information
Safety of Public Voice
Free Speech Vs. Censorship
Flexibility
Equal Access
Promoting/Enabling Political Action
From the Paper
"For the purpose of this essay, I would like to look at one site in particular; opendebate.com. Opendebate.com is a site in which any user may post a multiple choice poll question in any of five categories: politics, society, health, science, and entertainment. Users can then respond to the polls by either voting (abstaining from voting is also a type of voting allowed) and/or posting a response to a poll question. Users can then respond to these responses, propose new polls, and so on. The more popular a poll is the higher precedence it gets on the site listings. This, in turn, causes popular topics to overshadow less popular topics. One example is the eye-catching poll question "Does Bush beat his wife ?" which currently has the highest poll response rate, in lieu of perhaps more politically practical questions such as "If you were in charge of writing a whole new constitution for America what would it say ?" Posting on the site is extremely easy, although it does require a membership which is practical, considering that it helps prevent people from voting more than once on a poll. This site is popular enough that it's the first site to pop up in Google under "open debate." After an extensive search of sites, this is the one that looked the most promising for promoting democracy. I figure that if I can't prove that this site promotes democracy, then I can't prove that the Internet does either."
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Immigration Reform, 2006.
A look at the debate surrounding the Sensenbrenner Bill.
1,847 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper reviews the House Resolution 4437, also known as the Sensenbrenner Bill. The paper discusses how this piece of legislation goes beyond simple inconvenience and instead reeks of social injustice. According to the paper, it appears to be a method of tightening up the currently lax security along the United States borders, but upon further investigation, includes measures that would make millions of illegal aliens currently in the country felons, impede the human rights of asylum seekers, throw away due process protections, and limit the access to essential services that millions require.
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Introduction
H.R. 4437 Overview
Arguments in Favor of the Bill
The Human Face of H.R. 4437
Conclusion
From the Paper
"American businesses will lose valuable workers by the droves. Entire industries will feel a labor shortage that will have a snowball effect, especially in areas such as the South West where illegal aliens make up a large percentage of certain employment fields. With the significant demand for employees for these positions, wages are certain to rise, raising costs for companies, which will in turn have to raise their prices. This increase will be felt by all as other organizations then have to compensate for increased costs of doing business."
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U.S. Security, 2006.
An analysis of terrorism in the United States.
2,380 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper examines how terrorism continues to actively threaten the United States in the post 9/11 era. The paper argues that Americans have a false sense of security -- expecting that their nation's security is now superior to pre 9/11 days. Yet, the paper maintains that security is as lax as ever, focusing on the failure to adequately prevent potential terrorists from entering the U.S., either legally or illegally. Beginning with a review and critique of U.S. immigration law, the paper then turns to airport screening of travellers on temporary visas. The paper concludes by calling on the American government to identify and "seal the leaks" at its borders. The paper cites articles from experts supporting its 'welcome mat' thesis.
From the Paper
"Perhaps even more shocking (and worrisome) is the fact that for a few U.S. dollars, a potential terrorist can apply to win a "lottery" to gain access to permanent residence in the United States. Known as the "Green Card Lottery," a program designed to grant access to immigrants coming from nations normally not as represented in immigration numbers (largely due to U.S. restrictions). The problem with this of course, is that (as in the words of the State Department's deputy inspector general), "...despite new fraud protections, the diversity visa-lottery program...is a prime opportunity for criminals and enemies of the United States to enter the nation (Dinan, 2004)." Further, according to Anne Patterson, deputy inspector general for the State Department, "...the bottom line is it's a program that can be taken advantage of by hostile intelligence officers or terrorists (2004)." Even more alarming, according to many is the fact that once granted "green card" status, even "temporary" green card status, one is virtually free to travel to and from the United States at will, wherever one wishes to go-thereby broadening the contact abilities of potential terrorists."
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School Shootings, 2002.
A detailed look at the effects of school shootings in public schools.
2,876 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper examines how America has experienced a rise in the number of public school shootings in recent years and how school shootings have been occurring with increasing regularity. It discusses how they are being studied and how experts have put together traits of those who may bring a gun to school and open fire and how in addition, gun laws are being looked at to see if they are too lax. It recounts the Columbine shooting and other incidents and looks at how they have served to make the nation stronger and more prepared for future possible incidents. It describes how following a school shooting, schools work to better their security, lower their bully tolerance and work to be sure their students and faculty are safe.
Outline:
Introduction
How is it Handled
After a Shooting Happens
Punishments
Effects on Society
Gun Laws
What Can Be Done
Conclusion
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"Immediately after a shooting occurs the first thing the school does is to cooperate with law enforcement officials, as well as other officials. After the legal aspects are dealt with the immediate concern is the emotional healing of the students who attend the school and those in the surrounding communities. There is a serious risk of Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome in students who have been exposed to a school shooting. Schools that have experienced a school shooting immediately bring in a number of counselors to begin the process of working through the anxiety, fear and grief that many students and teachers feel as a result of being involved in any capacity with a school shooting."
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Commerical Airline Crew Members: Subject to Security Screening, 2002.
A paper which argues the need for airline staff to undergo security screening.
2,254 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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A paper which argues that commercial aircrews should be subject to routine airport security screening. Just because someone is recognized as being a regular crewmember gives little credence to whether or not that individual is a planted terrorist. The paper shows that becoming lax with standard protocol is the first indication that the security system is faulty and the precise clue a terrorist looks for in order to know when to strike. The paper looks at the need for tighter security, especially after September 11.
From the Paper
"In light of the events of September 11th, a pertinent element of today's airline industry is the increased importance of airport security. From frequent bodily searches to passengers removing their shoes to matching each bag with its owner to allowing only ticketed passengers beyond certain points, a renewed vigilance has transformed the security process into something the public believes should have existed long before this point. Still one must ask: Is this all that can be done, or do the airlines need to focus upon their own employees as an added measure of precaution?"
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Child Labor, 2002.
An examination of global child labor practices.
2,007 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper discusses how child labor practices of textile industries around the world are an important issue for most people. It looks at how although the United States has seen a change in these practices over the last 200 years, many immigrant children are still employed illegally in textile factories. It shows how worldwide, there have been numerous laws passed on behalf of children?s rights, although many governments are lax in enforcing them. It examines how some governments, are starting to realize the benefits of educating children and have started to implement tougher laws in an effort to end the abuse of their children.
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Introduction
A History of Child Labor in the U.S.
Attempts to Change Child Labor
The Great Depression
Child Labor in the U.S. Today
Liberia and New Child Labor Laws
Child Labor in Indonesia
Pakistan and Bangladesh Child Labor Practices
Russian Child Labor Practices
Startling Statistics and Working Conditions
Examples of Child Labor
Other Countries vs. the U.S.
Conclusion
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"The public finally began to become aware of the horrendous conditions in which the children were forced to work and in 1904 the National Child Labor Committee was formed as a means to regulate or eliminate child labor (unknown, 1991). This committee, combined with state child labor committees, investigated and photographed the children in their poor working conditions, sent pamphlets and leaflets to the public and lobbied the government for stronger child labor laws. From 1902 to 1915 these efforts were responsible for the passage of many state laws which restricted child labor. However, the southern states were reluctant to pass such laws, prompting the passage of federal child labor laws in 1916 and 1918, though these laws were declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court. In 1924, an amendment was purposed, but failed to be ratified by many states."
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HIV/AIDS in America, 2002.
An investigative study on American HIV prevention in an era of false security.
9,314 words (approx. 37.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 192.95
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AIDS awareness is best-funded and best-taught in the United States of America. This realization is especially apparent when HIV rates are examined in African countries and some Asian countries such as India. Education levels about sexually transmitted diseases in general ? and funding for prevention and treatment programs ? are very low in many foreign countries. However, recently, for the first time in several years, the incidence of HIV infections has grown in America. Many doctors and health promotion professionals attribute this recent growth to a lifestyle shift in which Americans have grown lax in their concern about AIDS. This paper examines the changes that need to be made, and their relative effects and side effects, from a health promotion perspective to increase awareness of AIDS and HIV in an era when people are once again lowering their guard against the disease. Also, this paper makes recommendations that will contribute to fundamental health promotion ideals in reducing the incidents of the AIDS virus in America. The recommendations are made in the Data Analysis Chapter, and then summarized and listed in the Summary Chapter as well.
Table Of Contents
Chapter 1, Introduction
State The Problem
Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale of the Study
Definition of Terms
Overview of the Study
Chapter 2, Methodology
Identify the Data Gathering Method
Database of Study
Comment on Validity of Data
Comment on Originality and Limitation of Data
Summary of Methodology
Chapter 3, Review of Related Literature
Chapter 4, Data Analysis
Chapter 5, Summary, Conclusions And Recommendations
Bibliography
From the Paper
"Of equal concern to this paper?s research will be the fact that so many Americans have HIV but do not know it. These Americans are arguably the most dangerous for the spread of the disease, as they may continue to pursue certain lifestyles that will increase the numbers of HIV patients in America. For instance, as CNN reports, ?According to the CDC, some 900,000 Americans are infected with HIV, and one-third of them -- almost 300,000 -- don't even know it.? And truly, that is where HIV is most dangerous. The symptoms are often negligible (fatigue, fever, sore throat) and attributable to a common cold or other ailment, so HIV positive patients continue to lead there lives in such a manner that they spread the disease because they simply do not know they have it until they develop full-blown AIDS."
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Auditing, 2005.
An analysis of a fictional audit to a company.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper answers in detail several questions relating to the financial audit committee as well as to a fictional audit of a given company. The paper examines several accounting and reporting practices on the part of the fictional company in relation to their income statements and balance sheets. The conclusion is that the company is considerably lax in its reporting standards.
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The Drug Policies of France and the Netherlands, 2002.
A comparison of the drug policies of France and the Netherlands.
1,970 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 62.95
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This paper compares the lax tolerance of the Netherlands on drug policies to the staunch approach taken by the French government. It gives a history of the laws in the two countries and the effect on other European countries.
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"France?s prohibition and punishment of simple drug use has provoked a strong debate for decades. A Directive of the Ministry of Justice in June 1999, asked prosecutors to prioritise treatment approaches for petty offenders, those related to drug use or to other small crimes. Where problematic drug users were concerned, the recommendation of the Directive was to apply therapeutic alternatives to prisons, stating ?the imprisonment of drug users, not having committed other related offences, must be the last resort? (France 2002)."
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