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Inequality in Housing for Seniors: The Elderly Poor of Minnesota, 2005.
A study of the elderly poor of Minnesota which examines the trends in housing available to seniors. Discusses Section 8 housing and demographics.
3,000 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 88.95
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This study examines the history and national trends of poverty rates for senior citizens and compares them to the statewide levels in Minnesota. Projections of the senior population and income levels are examined to see if they are increasing or decreasing. Poverty can be measured by any of the following: absolute, U.S. government (officially sanctioned level for means tested programs), and relative. This study examines official poverty levels of seniors in comparison to being able to purchase a median-priced home and the availability of the U. S. government's Section 8 subsidized housing programs.
Introduction
Research Question
Literature Review
Theoretical Framework
Results
Implications
Limitations
Recommendations
Conclusions
Bibliography/References
Appendix
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"The history of the current Federal Government's Section 8 housing programs can be traced to the civil rights movements in the early 1960's. The 1968 Housing Act states that everyone no matter race, color, age or religion is entitled to equal housing. This section 8 program gives vouchers to each state in the USA and the Federal Government funds these. Minnesota uses these vouchers to subsidize rent for means tested participants. These rental units can be in multi-family apartments or in single-family stand-alone homes. Property owners that participate in this program agree to meet certain minimum housing standards in exchange for rent and incentives (low rate of interest on mortgage or lower taxes)."
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The House of Lords, 2004.
A discussion on whether the House of Lords should be fully elected and how its election affects its relationship with the House of Commons.
1,817 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper discusses how, with the UK's transition towards a democratic society, the powers of the House of Lords have been gradually eroded over the years and how complaints that the House was not representative of the populace, and was a hazard to democracy, started leading to proposals for its reform in the 19th century. The paper contends that an unelected House of Lords in our present modern day society is an anachronism, as we compare it with other Western democracies, only to realise how outdated this institution has become. The paper maintains that making the House of Lords a fully elected chamber will solve its problems as a legitimate democratic chamber. The paper also examines any possible detrimental effects of parting with hundreds of years of tradition.
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"Currently, the functions of the House of Lords are to revise legislation passed by the Commons and to keep a check on Government by scrutinising its activities through select committees. The Lords acts in a limited role as a Parliamentary watchdog to ensure that power is not abused, as it still has the ability to veto any legislation aimed to extend the life of Parliament beyond five years. They can also propose amendments to Commons Bills, and many of these amendments are accepted, either because they genuinely improve the quality of the Bill, or for political expediency. Generally, its functions are rather similar to those of the House of Commons in legislating, debating and questioning the executive. The exceptions are that it does not represent constituencies, and are not involved in matters of taxation and finance. It is recognised to play a complementary role to that of the Commons. The Lords is also the final court of appeal for civil cases in the UK and for criminal cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland."
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"The House on Mango Street"--A Review, 2007.
A review of Sandra Cisneros' novel "The House on Mango Street ."
1,206 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper reviews Sandra Cisneros' novel, "The House on Mango Street", by focusing on the symbol of a house as presented in the book. According to the reviewer, a house is used as a symbol of comfort, freedom and self-expression instead of as a physical space. Quotes from the book are used to illustrate this thesis. The reviewer further examines the protagonist Esperanza and her views of a house. The author concludes that a house is a symbol of escape for Esperanza.
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"Not only is the house important, but the conditions that caused them to move around so often are also worth pondering. It is because the family couldn't afford a house of their own that they had to move in and out of various houses. That intensified the desire of the family to have a house of their house especially Esperanza whose desire is most pronounced. Esperanza, the protagonist of the novel, is a young child whose sense of self respect is often dented by the humiliating comments made by others. She grows up believing that her sense of self worth is closely connected with having a house of her own- a white house "with trees around it, a great big yard and grass growing without a fence" (p. 8)"
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House Republicans In 1994-1995, 1995.
Examines changes in leadership, organization and management of the House of Representatives under Newt Gingrich, compared to the previous, Democratic-run House. Discusses staffing, costs, seniority and procedures.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 23 sources, $ 111.95
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"CHANGES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
This research paper describes the changes which have occurred in the leadership, organization and management of the House of Representatives under the Republicans in 1994.1995, as compared with the way business was conducted under the Democrats previously, and discusses the effects of such changes on the legislative process. On January 3, 1995, the Republicans took control of both the Senate and the House for the first time in more than forty years. In deciding how to further their legislative agenda and political purposes, House Republicans under their new Speaker, Representative Newt Gingrich of Georgia faced a number of challenges and choices with respect to the way they would run the House. A number of changes have been made, some of which were designed to streamline operations, others came ..."
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Illinois House Bill 60, 2004.
An overview of the debate regarding how House Bill 60 grants Illinois's undocumented immigrants the right to pay in-state tuition rates at the state's public colleges and universities.
2,551 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper looks at how, on May 18, 2003, Illinois became the fifth state in the country to offer in-state tuition rates to illegal residents. It examines the legal basis of this controversial law and looks at its possible economic, social, and political and economic effects on the state of Illinois. The first part of the paper is a history and overview of House Bill 60. The next part then details the law?s objectives and the number of students who stand to benefit in Illinois. It shows how, despite its objectives, this controversial law has generated spirited criticism, and it examines the various objections, which include debates regarding the legality of the law and the economic effects of this law on Illinois taxpayers.
Outline
History of House Bill 60
Overview and Objectives
Critics of the Measure
Benefits of House Bill 60
Beyond House Bill 60
Conclusion
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"Much of the opposition centers how these laws will limit opportunities for United States citizens and legal residents. For many low-income American families, state universities present the only option for higher education. Because many state universities are already limiting enrollment, groups like the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) contend that ?when public universities admit an illegal immigrant and provide subsidized tuition, some other student who is also deserving is denied an opportunity? (FAIR Issue Brief). These alien students, in effect, will gain an education at the expense of legal American residents or citizens."
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"The Fall of the House of Usher", 2007.
This paper explores gothic fiction and focuses on "The Fall of the House of Usher" by Edgar Allen Poe.
2,175 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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The paper asserts that gothic refers to the encounter with the mysterious and the unknown. The paper explains that the unknown in gothic fiction refers to something that is beyond the normal and rational. The paper illustrates how "The Fall of the House of Usher" presents the conventional themes and motifs of the gothic romance genre. There is the haunted house, the depressing location, the horrors, madness and disease and development of a monstrous bizarre union in destruction and decay. However, the paper concludes that at the heart of the gothic genre, lay the movement towards an expression of the unknown and the mysterious, which lies beyond our comprehension.
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Introduction and Thesis Statement
The House of Usher and the Unknown
Conclusion
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"The works of Edgar Allan Poe were not the first literature to be described as gothic. Poe has as his antecedents many other works that contain the gothic style and content. His work is often described as "A descent from such British milestones in literary Gothicism as Horace Walpole's The Castle of Otranto (1764), William Beckford's Vathek (1786), W. H. Ireland's The Abbess (1798), or Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor (1819) is evident in Poe's writings." (Fisher 72)"
"The gothic in art and literature is defined and described in numerous ways and with a great degree of controversy and disagreement. There are many critics who suggest that there can be no one definitive view of this genre."
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The House of Fraser, 2008.
An analysis of the concepts of work motivation, organizational culture and organizational structure as they relate to the House of Fraser British department store group.
1,480 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper discusses the definition of what is meant by the concepts of work motivation, organizational culture and organizational structure. It analyzes each concept individually and then looks at the correlation between the three. It then presents a case study of the House of Fraser and looks at the indications whether or not the above concepts are relevant to the House of Fraser case.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Motivation
Organizational Culture
Organizational Structure
Correlation between Motivation, Culture and Structure
House of Fraser
Changes in Structure, Culture and Motivation
Effect of Changes on the Nottingborough Store
Conclusion
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"A conscious effort to change the work culture was made when it was made clear that 'the change would be an ongoing process'. The aim was to make the group more dynamic and ready to face changing business environment. This was a significant cultural change for employees who were used to be confined to their own work and not bother about the other group stores or intense competition in the business. Awareness about the need to be profitable and to build on strengths was conveyed to the managers. 'Policies to change staff attitudes and behavior' and initiative entitled 'Focus on the Future' (House of Fraser, p.3) highlights the emphasis to change the culture."
"The issue of motivation was addressed in two ways. Using 'motives' - that act as motivation for people who contribute better towards organizational goals. E.g. new grades and pay structures, incentives for increased turnover etc. and by using 'drives' - that act as motivation for people who are unwillingly to accept the reorganization and e.g. fear of getting lower grade which could impact salary, fear of being redundant and hence losing the job etc."
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"As For Me and My House": A discussion of relationships, 2002.
This paper discusses the novel, "As For Me and My House" by Sinclair Ross.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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The author's ability to craft a magical piece is demonstrated through out the book. The misleading representations of the narrator's gender reveal many important aspects of the relationship between Mrs. Bentley and Philip. One may interpret As For Me and My House as Philip being the 'house' of Mrs. Bentley. This fact is not necessarily a negative but shows how the perspective and control within the relationship dynamic.
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"A Doll's House ", 2008.
A review of the timeless and universal relevance of the Norwegian author Henrik Ibsen's play "A Doll's House" (1789).
1,103 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 38.95
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The paper discusses Henrik Ibsen's play "A Doll's House" which seems to only have to do with 1960's and 1970's era women's issues when many women were still struggling to be equal, at work or as persons in their own right. The paper notes then many women found it difficult to enter professions like medicine or engineering which were dominated by men. There was also more social pressure on women to marry, have children, take care of a home and 'know their place.' The paper comments that much has changed since then and that Ibsen's "A Doll's House" remains relevant and that it is not only a play about women's rights even if that seems its most obvious focus. The paper notes that "A Doll's House" can be looked at freshly from the perspective of today's much different world - but also one in which pressures and expectations still exist, and one where men and women alike struggle perhaps now more than ever to find their authentic selves.
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"Nora is a stronger-minded woman than she appears and also one who knows for sure by the end of the play that it is more important to see and feel her authentic self than to keep up appearances by staying married to Torvald. Within life today such a state of mind can be found in many people seeking either a whole fresh start or even among those just wishing to develop a yet undeveloped talent, interest, or part of him or her self. Hollywood movies abound today about men and women alike who are fast-track executives or well-paid lawyers, physicians, or investment bankers but realize their lucrative profession is all wrong for them because they have entered it for the wrong reasons: money; prestige; pressure from parents or a wish to impress society. "
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"The House on Mango Street", 2004.
An analysis of the book, "The House on Mango Street", by Sandra Cisneros, which details Esperenza?s coming-of-age as she struggles to determine who she is and to determine what her future will be.
1,658 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper suggests that the house in the novel symbolizes the place of women in society and symbolizes Esperenza?s struggles. The writer considers this in detail by describing how the house represents the place of women and how the house represents Esperenza?s identity struggle and the final realization about the reality of life for Esperenza and for all women.
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"The novel is mainly a story about Esperenza?s struggles but also extends to illustrate the struggles of all women. This is illustrated by the various other female characters who all have their own range of problems to deal with. The major struggles of these characters are all related to houses, where houses represent the place of women in society. This is especially related to the old-fashioned views where women are expected to be only housewives and mothers. This is especially important in this novel because of the ethnicity of this characters, where the ethnicity means that the expectations of women as being homemakers is stronger than usual. This is seen by Esperenza?s great-grandmother, who had similar qualities to Esperenza, but these were tamed when she was married."
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The Tugendhat House, 2004.
An overview of the architectural features and style of Mies van der Rohe's Tugendhat House.
1,670 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper examines the various aspects of the Tugendhat House, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and compares them to Mies' other works. The house's architecture, layout, location and materials are analyzed and evaluated against the architect's style and not against the style of others. The paper offers pictures of the Tugendhat House to illustrate the architecture.
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"Ludwig Mies van der Rohe has created numerous buildings with his own unique and distinct styles; the Tugendhat House is one of these buildings. Grete and Fritz Tugendhat, descendents of wealthy Jewish industrialists in Brno, Germany (now, Brno, Czech Republic), commissioned the construction of the building in the late 1920s. Some of the structure?s themes may be found in works done by Le Corbusier, Schinkel, and Mies himself. Throughout the building, it is evident that great stress and preparation went into project, whether it be the location, the facade, the plan, or the material the Tugendhat House a revolutionary concept that rejects traditional arrangements of the interior and promotes simplicity throughout."
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"Hamlet" and "The Glass House", 2004.
Draws parallels between the film, "The Glass House", and Shakespeare's "Hamlet"
895 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper looks at the parallels in character, plot, and theme that can be drawn between the suspense film, "The Glass House", and Shakespeare's famous play, "Hamlet". The paper points out the parallels that can be seen in terms of the privileged status of the characters of both stories, the discovery of the truth by the main characters, and their feelings of revenge. The paper then goes on to discuss whether the parallels to Hamlet that are seen in "The Glass House" enhance or detract from the film.
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"Although Shakespeare?s play does have a prominent part in the film itself and in the parallels of the plot, the film?s connection to the play itself is fairly loose. Not everybody in the film dies, for example. Things turn out well when Ruby and her brother end up as charges of the uncle, whereas in ?Hamlet? the uncle is the villain. Furthermore, both of Ruby?s parents are murdered, whereas Hamlet?s father alone is murdered at the beginning of the play. And of course the most important point of tension is the absence of anything ghostly in the film. Ruby does not see her parents? ghosts, but is left to discover the guilt of her guardians by herself. The violence of the revenge however matches the end of Hamlet, where a sword fight culminates in the death of both villain and hero."
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The Tugendhat House, 2005.
An overview of the architecture of Tugendhat House in the Czech Republic.
1,673 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 54.95
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This paper examines the design and layout of the Tugendhat House, built by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Grete and Fritz Tugendhat in the 1920's. It looks at how some of the structure's themes may be found in works done by Le Corbusier, Schinkel and Mies himself and how, throughout the building, it is evident that great stress and preparation went into project, whether it be the location, the facade, the plan, or the material. It explores how the Tugendhat House a revolutionary concept that rejects traditional arrangements of the interior and promotes simplicity throughout.
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"The centre stage of the main floor is occupied by an enormous open space that contains the living and dining room. Though a semi-circular wood veneer wall pronounced the dining area, the general space is open and not or-ganized or categorized by the use of dividing walls, but more by the placement of the furniture, which Mies himself designed specifically for the residence. In accordance with so many of Mies' works, such as the Barcelona Pavilion and the Toronto Dominion Centre, a single spot from which an ob-server may embrace the structures and dimensions does not exist. For that reason, the house begs you to wander through it, to discover it and its se-crets."
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Henrik Ibsen's "A Doll's House", 2006.
An analysis of the main character in Henrik Ibsen's famous play "A Doll's House".
2,733 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper analyzes Nora, the main character in "A Doll's House" and examines the different facets of her personality. The paper discusses both her businesswoman persona that she has kept secret and the little doll persona that she displays for her father and her husband. The paper also compares the story in "A Doll's House" to Ibsen's real life, pointing out similarities between the two and looks at similarities between dilemmas faced by today's women and the women that lived in the era of the novel. Finally, the paper concludes that Nora, in spite of the persona that she projected to her husband and father for so long, is actually a strong, flexible and proud woman.
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"In reading what other critics and readers have written about the character Norma Helmer, it appears that her character evolved or was in the process of evolving through out the play. Definitely, she like many women of the 19th Century, carefully hid her strength behind a sweet doll-like demeanor that was at best a fabrication to placate the expectations of her domineering husband and the belief by society at large, that women were weak silly creatures. On the other hand, in presenting this persona, Nora also lied to herself about her own strength and until she revealed herself, she denied her husband the right of the spouse to really know whom he really married. But then maybe Torvald did not really want to know the darker and stronger side of Nora. He was an unappreciative boor for all of her hard work in his name. So we really see the two central characters as they really are at the end of the play. Nora is strong, flexible but proud, and Torvald is a priggish weak egotistical person."
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Lovecraft's setting in "The Picture in the House", 2008.
An analysis of the short story "The Picture in the House," by H.P. Lovecraft, focusing on the character of the environment.
1,398 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper discusses Lovecraft's short story "The Picture in the House," and the way in which Lovecraft creates the twilight zone background and the subtle atmosphere of fear that dominate the work. The writer describes the dreary environment both inside and outside the house and how Lovecraft uses symbology that is meant to give us an overwhelming feeling of dread and discomfort as opposed to the shock-style fear that is present in the writings of other authors. The paper concludes that it is the setting that takes on and maintains the mantle of fear in this story.
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"In first discussing the physical surroundings, we have lots of material to sort through regarding our narrator's location. Lovecraft first sets out to describe the general character of the houses that he is encountering. In so doing, he describes houses which suffer more from the neglect of a strange people than houses which are overtly evil or demonic looking. This is not territory dominated by high, sprawling castles with grotesque outcroppings of fashioned stone. Instead, these are simple houses which have fallen victim to the elements themselves, notably because of a fascination on the part of the inhabitants which diverts their attention elsewhere. Lovecraft uses the concept of rundown houses to first introduce the concept of "otherness", that feeling where anyone who subscribes to natural and normal thought is thrust into a world where that is no longer commonplace."
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