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Patriotism and the Word "Country", 2002.
An analysis of the word "country" and its use in John F. Kennedy's 1961 inaugural address.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 23.95
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This paper explores the deeper meaning behind the use of the word "country" in JFK's famous quote, "Ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country." It provides the definition as given in Webster's Dictionary, and discusses the strong connection between 'country' and 'patriotism'. Kennedy's intentions in choosing this word are explored.
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"Certainly, the use of the word country has an interesting role in the narrative of JFK's speech. Prior to the speech, America had been through a difficult and tumultuous period, and his use of the word country was important in the context of that narrative. The word country helped evoke the feeling that the United States was indeed a unified and true land, and that recent events only played a part in its much larger, and noble history."
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Patriotism, 2006.
Examines the complexity in defining the term 'patriotism'.
1,162 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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While many understand patriotism as a positive thing, others see it in a negative light. This paper deals with the various views on patriotism which cannot easily be tied down to a single meaning. The central argument of the essay is that the real meaning of patriotism has more to do with culture and social identity and is essentially a positive aspect in our modern world.
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"However, as many commentators point out, there is always a danger that patriotic feelings will be used by political leaders and governments for nationalistic purposes and to extend or increase political power through force. While, in my view, there is nothing wrong with cultural patriotism and a pride in one's identity and social community, the danger always exists that patriotism may develop into a type of aggressive nationalism and jingoism. In China there are also fears that cultural patriotism is being affected and possibly changed into a form of nationalism."
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Martha Nussbaum's "For Love of Country", 2005.
A critique and review of Martha Nussbaum's "For Love of Country".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper presents a critical reflection on Martha Nussbaum's "For Love of Country", in which Nussbaum pleads for cosmopolitanism instead of patriotism. The paper discusses the essays written by Nussbaum that are included in her book as well as the 15 essays by noted scholars also included in the book.
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"Nussbaum's "For Love of Country" contains a series of essays by notable scholars and great thinkers such as Gertrude Himmelfarb, Nathan Glazer, Hilary Putnam, Michael Walzer and Elaine Scarry as well as Nussbaum's own writings. She opens with an essay tracing ideas from the Stoics and argues for cosmopolitanism over patriotism, insisting that world citizens regard all human beings as fellow citizens and neighbors and so it makes more sense in this era of globalization to be a citizen of the world than a citizen of a..."
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Corporate Patriotism, 2008.
A discussion of how corporations have found a way to use patriotic appeals to receive grants from the US government.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 46.95
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This paper criticizes big corporations' use of the current wartime situation as a means of profit, by applying for large grants on the grounds of patriotism from a government already deep in deficit. By claiming patriotism, companies receive government rebates, untaxed contracts, tax subsidies and tax cuts saving them billions of dollars. Much of the money goes straight to the companies, yet never reaches the people it is actually intended to help: employees and citizens in need. The paper concludes that the ones who suffer most from "corporate patriotism" are the true patriots, the parents of sons and daughters who are risking their lives in the name of patriotism overseas.
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"During the Reagan Administration, corporations witnessed the birth of the AMT, Alternative Minimum Tax. The tax keeps profitable organizations from evading taxes through various loopholes. Corporations take advantage of the loopholes but are left with the AMT to pay. In recent times, corporations have found their own way to prove their patriotism to the nation. They are using the current wartime situation as a means of profit. While most Americans waved the flag after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, corporations took advantage of the mass confusion to gain aid (Nader)."
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The Nature of Patriotism, 2002.
A look at the concept of American patriotism in three films.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the concept of patriotism in three films that involve total nuclear holocaust. These films are "On the Beach", "The Mouse That Roared", and "Dr. Strangelove". The manifestation of patriotism in all three films is discussed in terms of severity.
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Yukio Mishima?s "Patriotism", 2005.
An examination of the ethics and morals behind Yukio Mishima's short story, "Patriotism".
2,153 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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The paper discusses Yukio Mishima's short story entitled, "Patriotism," and the contrast between traditional morality and modernity in pre-World War II Japan. The paper gives a history of the Japanese feudal code and describes how traditions and the concept of honor were integrated into the militaristic government of Japan. Historical context is given to Mishima's story, and the February 26th Incident for which the story uses as its catalyst is described in great detail. The second half of the paper deals with the story itself, giving examples and quotes from the short story to prove the point that Reiko and her husband did not kill themselves due to their passionate love for one another, but instead, were forced to do so because the traditions of ancient Japan and the practices of the modern military system forced them into a situation where suicide would be the only honorable way for them to die. The paper proves the point that Mishima was attempting to demonstrate, that even a love so deep and strong as the one that Reiko and her husband shared could not flourish in the close-minded and backwards-thinking world of Japan in the early-to-mid 20th century.
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"Takeyama chooses suicide because he knows that he cannot kill his close friends who began the uprising against the Emperor, but consequently he cannot live with himself if he disobeys his Emperor. This represents a loyalty to not just Emperor Hirohito, but also to the code of honor that the military system in Japan established in each soldier. The only honorable thing for Takeyama to do, knowing that he'll be disobeying an order from God essentially, is to kill himself and respectably declare his allegiance to the Japanese Empire in his farewell note. This strict system of ethics and morality is what has pigeonholed Reiko into making her choice to follow her husband, and Takeyama also understands that if Reiko were left alive, the shame and pressure put on her by Japanese society would be unbearable. He sees her killing herself not as just an act of dedication towards him, but as a way to free her of the burdens that would undeniably follow her if she were to live on as the widowed wife of a traitor."
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Patriotism and Citizenship in "The Illiad", 2002.
This paper examines patriotism and citizenship in Homer's "Illiad".
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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Patriotism and citizenship are defined as recognizing political responsibilities and defending one's country. In these terms Achilles fails. Despite his qualities as a warrior he abandons his king, his fellow soldiers and his country for personal reasons in The Illiad.
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Patriotism, Ignorance and September 11th, 2002.
A look at national patriotism and ignorance in the wake of September 11th with an emphasis on corporate training and development.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper investigates the current cultural demonstrations of patriotism and ignorance that have come about as a result of September 11th, and compares and contrasts the significance of these events to others found in America's history, as well as the independent impact of September 11th itself. A focus on corporate training and development is used to direct the later half of this paper.
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Inducting Public School Children into Patriotism, 2003.
An exploration of the controversy surrounding the Pledge of Allegiance in schools.
2,031 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper identifies trends in influencing school children to develop "patriotism" for the United States. The Pledge of Allegiance is the principle focus, yet there is supplemental information concerning the promotion of patriotism and patriotic acts provided to support the topic. This paper examines the origins of this controversy. It focuses on the correlation between the pledge of allegiance in the Texas public school system and how the transition from the mandatory statement of the Pledge of Allegiance has translated into the expression of religious values, e.g., prayer, in the Texas schools as well.
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Introduction
The Controversy of the Pledge of Allegiance
The ?No Child Left Behind? Act
Texas, Patriotism and Religion
Conclusion
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"The pledge of allegiance is arguably the most overt and the most frequent manifestation of this type of induction into patriotism. Less than ten years ago, the pledge of allegiance was deemed an optional aspect of schooling, where students could decide whether they wished to participate in the pledge or not. However, following the tragedies of September 11th, the United States has seen a blanket renewal of patriotism. Such patriotism has reached the school system in the form of renewed controversy over the pledge of allegiance. One source reports in December of 2001 that: ?Old-fashioned flag-waving is gaining support from parents, educators, veterans' groups and Congress.? (Price: 2001) Prompted by the tragedies of September 11th, 2001, the public school system has apparently latched on to the traditional method of inducting students into patriotism by again making the morning pledge of allegiance to the flag a mandatory aspect of academics."
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The Patriotism of Socrates in "Crito", 2004.
A look at the reconciliation of the indignant words of Socrates to the jurors of the city's court at his trial and his loyal obedience to the laws of Athens in Plato's "Crito".
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper explains that the apparent inconsistencies in the willingness of Socrates to disobey the government of Athens and its laws are merely the result of his love for Athens and distrust of the common people (hoi polloi) as rulers of the city. It shows that, to Socrates, the people of Athens collectively formed a force destructive to the ethical and philosophical ideals to which he adhered. These adherents to the tradition of concessive belief, according to Socrates, were of no use to themselves or to the city because they failed to make any significant contributions and merely provided one additional voice in the chorus that was Athenian democracy.
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"Socrates maintains a consistent loyalty to Athens and its laws throughout his trial in the Apology and his discussion with a student in Crito. Both works portray Socrates as a patriotic individual who regarded his city and its population as separate entities and who intended wholeheartedly to improve the former while preventing ruin at the hands of the latter."
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Patriotism at the Alamo, 2002.
Discusses issues of courage and sacrifice at the Battle of Alamo.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 80.95
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This paper explores the qualities of the battle at the Alamo in order to demonstrate how this "last stand" was not futile in the minds of its heroes but rather demanded them to prove their loyalty to the principles of patriotism.
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Extreme Patriotism vs. Extreme Prejudice, 2001.
A discussion of conflicting views of Vietnam in the movies, "The Green Berets" and "Apocalypse Now".
1,480 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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Through an analysis of the movies "The Green Berets" and "Apocalypse Now" and by comparing the two, this essay shows the vast changes in American attitudes and perspectives concerning the Vietnam War that occurred between the two movies' productions. The essay compares the two films' intent, the American public's reaction following the movies' releases and the films' portrayal of the Vietnam War. By comparing and contrasting these two films, the essay examines the disillusionment of the general American public in both its government and its military and traces the emergence of a new generation's values and beliefs.
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"'Silver wings upon their chest, these are men, America's best...men who mean just what they say, the brave men of the Green Beret' (Ballad of the Green Berets). In 1968, the hearts and minds of American moviegoers were stirred to a level of extreme patriotism by these popular song lyrics, used in both the opening and closing credits of the John Wayne film "The Green Berets". These lyrics, in which the main soldier "died for those oppressed" were the perfect compliment to a film designed to arouse national patriotism and support for a currently raging Southeast Asian conflict depicted within the story, a conflict known as the Vietnam War (Ballad of the Green Berets). The lyrics of this popular song, along with the contents of this popular film, were meant to depict the life of the American soldier who gives all in the name of country and the fight against oppression and the spread of communism. The intent of this patriotic film ultimately hit its mark, a fact exemplified by the scores of young U.S. males who flocked to enlist in the American armed forces following its release."
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The Word of God, 2004.
This paper offers an exploration of the word God and Word of God as treated in the Bible.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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In this article, the writer studies the word God and the Word of God. The writer looks at these concepts as they are treated in the Old and New Testaments. In this paper, the writer shows the many differences between the two biblical books including mankind, the Law, sin and redemption.
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"The word God and the word of God are often viewed as being radically different in the Old and New Testaments. According to one theologian, 'Understanding the difference between the Old and New Testaments is one of the most important foundations that must be laid to properly understand God's Word'. There are many differences between the Word of God in the Old Testament and the New Testament. For example, mankind had no direct link to God in the Old Testament ... "
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The Word Length Effect, 2002.
Compares the explanations provided by two models regarding the word length effect.
1,025 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, $ 39.95
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The word length effect is a phenomenon that involves a human being's capacity to recall short words better than long words. Words that take less time to pronounce, therefore, are more easily remembered. There are two well-developed explanations of the word length effect. These are Baddeley's working memory model (WMM) and Nairne's feature model. This paper compares the predictions of each view concerning interactions between word length and irrelevant speech.
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Patriot Act, 2008.
This paper discusses and argues against the Patriot Act.
1,843 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper relates that the Patriot Act is perhaps the most controversial piece of legislation in the United States today. The paper explains that any debate that the Act destroys the liberty and equality that are the country's very foundations while others feel that the Act provides the citizens of the United States with security, and that for this, it is necessary to give up some freedom. Indeed, these arguments use, as their basis, the preservation of the "American" way of life. The writer then argues that, ironically, this way of life is the very thing being threatened by the legislation. The writer concludes that the Patriot Act does more harm than good as it harms freedoms and tolerance that have been cultivated over many stormy centuries in the country's history.
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Background
Pros and Cons
Conclusion
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"In the view of many citizens, the hasty inception of the Act is a result of the imminent terrorist threat that loomed in the wake of September 11. However, far more sinister forces than a government that has the well-being of its country at heart, are involved. Indeed, most will be surprised to find that several of the provisions especially relating to electronic surveillance, were proposed before the attacks. These received heavy criticism before the disaster, but afterward were included in the Act without question.
"One of the political reasons for the quick introduction of the Patriot Act was the actions of Attorney General John Ashcroft. Under his authority, Congress had only one week for the decision to pass the bill without changing its content. The Attorney General heightened the political anxiety level by warning that further attacks were likely to be imminent. Hence, even with changes and improvements, the Patriot Act was introduced much sooner than it should have been, and with much less debate. Indeed, many of the improvements were overridden by the hasty negotiations necessary to pass the bill."
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