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Reducing Crime Rates, 2007.
This paper explores the social roots of deviant behavior and the effective strategies in reducing crime.
757 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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The paper discusses deviant behavior that violates a society's formal norms or laws, constituting criminal behavior. The paper examines the deterrent effect of capital punishment and maintains that it is at best debatable. The paper highlights how capital punishment and increased law enforcement are reactive responses that only address the symptoms of crime. In contrast, a conflict-based approach seeks to address the social inequities that often contribute to criminal behavior in the first place. The paper contends that maintaining the decline in crime calls for these long-term and forward-thinking strategies. The paper stresses that authorities need to address the major causes, including the lack of role models, weakened social institutions and the systemic racism that make it difficult for many to be socially mobile.
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"Functionalist sociologists believe that the concept of deviance helps a society define the limits of acceptable behavior. If there were no formal laws, people could engage in behavior such as stealing in order to get what they want and need. These behaviors would undermine social ties and make it difficult for society to function. For functionalists, social programs punish those who have engaged in criminally deviant behavior would serve as a social deterrent. When criminals are punished, the other members of society are motivated to obey the laws."
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Reducing and Controlling Crime, 2005.
Examines strategies for reducing and controlling crime, using collective efficacy, social capital and community empowerment.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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Collective efficacy, social capital and community empowerment have all been suggested to play a vital role in reducing and controlling crime in communities. Not surprisingly, many communities targeted for change are those that suffer disadvantage, being exposed to risk factors such as unemployment, family instability, low education levels and poverty. This paper addresses the challenges faced when implementing capacity building programs, and evaluates the evidence for the effectiveness of these approaches in reducing crime.
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"Not only does this get the community helping themselves, but also bestows a sense of empowerment on them and makes them feel important and a valued member of society who can make a change in their community; this empowerment may have not been the initial aim of the program but filters through automatically due to the sense of accomplishment an individual feels. Empowerment can be the most important aim in any community development that takes place as it "provides people with the recourses, opportunities, knowledge and skills" to change their own future and to contribute to the entire community."
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How the Legalization of Drugs will Reduce Crime, 2001.
Argues that the government would save money and prevent crimes if drugs were legalized.
3,210 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 15 sources, $ 92.95
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This paper examines a number of crime cases and how they could have been avoided if drugs were legalized. The author compares the legalization of drugs with prohibition and the anti-phosphate laws. The paper details the harm that illegalizing drugs cause our society as well as the advantages of the medicinal uses of marijuana.
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"Many people know that most crime in America is directly related to drugs. What most people fail to understand is that there would be no need for most of these crimes if drugs were legal. Why do people have to steal to support their drug habit? Because drugs are expensive. The average cocaine dealer has to spend around ten thousand dollars a week to support his habit. But the pharmaceutical cost of drugs is only about 2% of its? street value.[i]"
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"Three Strikes" Laws, 2005.
This paper maintains that "Three strikes and you're out" mandatory sentence laws do not reduce the crime rate.
2,034 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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The paper contends that "three strikes and you're out" mandatory sentence laws do not reduce the crime rate. The paper discusses the reasons for the three strikes legislation, and explains how it works. The paper discusses that there is lack of evidence to show it reduces the crime rate.
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""Three Strikes and You're Out" crime laws which are now in effect in almost all states in the U S are essentially laws that mandate that an individual who commits three of a certain group of felonies receives a mandatory prison sentence ranging from years to life. Mauer Walker's Proposition states succinctly that three strikes and you're out laws are a terrible crime policy. In this essay, arguments supporting Walker's Proposition will be advanced."
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How Do You Rate the Rating Enforcers?, 2001.
A look at the MMPA, The Motion Picture Association of America and their rating system.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 11 sources, $ 64.95
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A paper about the problems with the MPAA, The Motion Picture Association of America and their rating system. The author describes what the MPAA is, their role, and strategies for rating, revealing their inconsistencies and inherent biasness in certain aspects.
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"We finally reach a point where we have to ask if the MPAA is doing a ?good? job. I have found that the MPAA often has the right idea, but seems to continuously fall short when rating movies. By falling short, I mean that there are constant inconsistencies in film ratings dealing with moral aspects (homosexual content, violence, etc.) These problems need to be further addressed and solutions,such as the ones mentioned above, need to be considered. The effectiveness of ratings also needs to be addressed. As is, ratings are not as effective as one might hope they would be. Evidence has proven this by showing lack of consistency, bias, confusion, etc. Rating films is not a ?bad? idea, but their current state is not really working. The MPAA needs to focus more on just explaining what is in the films instead of over-rating them to the point of forcing film makers to edit their creativity."
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Stricter Criminal Punishment, 2004.
This paper argues the need for stricter punishments to reduce the high crime rates in the United States.
1,635 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper explains that the Choice Theory, in contrast to the Labeling Theory, states that a person makes a rational choice to commit the crime; therefore, the paper argues strict enforcement is needed. The author points out that the correctional system is letting known criminals out of prison before they have served their full sentence. The paper concludes that the California Three Strikes Law is a way to help deter the minds of criminals; when a criminal who has one or more prior felony convictions commits a second crime, the mandatory sentence can be doubled, and the third time, the criminal can receive a sentence of twenty-five years to life in prison.
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"The opposition brings up the point that rehabilitation in prison is needed more than punishment. History alone can state what rehabilitation tasks in prisons have done. Crime rates keep increasing in the United States. Just from 2000 to 2001, a one-year period, there was a "0.9 percent rise in the crime index rate." That does not seem like much when presented in a percentage, but that means there were 106,641.054 more index crimes committed within a one-year span. Index crimes are crimes that are more serious like murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft and arson. These are the types of crimes that society would like to, not the impossible and eliminate, but at least keep the rate down lower. It is not just one type of rehabilitation that is not working with criminals."
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Community-Oriented Policing, 2005.
Presents a proposal to the city of Midville with ideas of how to reduce its crime rate.
1,521 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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In the city of Midville, the community is having an escalating problem with crime. Unfortunately, the officers that work for the mid-size municipal police agency have been receiving more calls than they can handle. However, trained people within the community could easily handle some of the calls they are responding to. Therefore, as "consultants" for the police agency, this paper implements and evaluates a community policing effort for Midville. In addition, it prepares a proposal to Midville's City Manager, Mr. Jones; the presentation includes proposed methods to evaluate its success or failure.
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Proposal on Community-Oriented Policing
Evaluation of the Community
Suggested Policing Program
Reasons In Support of the Solution
Suggested Methods to Evaluate Success or Failure
Conclusion
References
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"Para-military style of policing is gradually being replaced throughout the U.S., with community-oriented policing. Community-oriented policing is forming a partnership between the police and the community in order to address the problems that can lead to serious crime. While the police will still handle the crime fighting and other law enforcement responsibilities, the police and community work together to seek out the problem areas that can encourage criminal behavior."
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Exchange Rates and Western Economies in the Post War Era, 2002.
A histiry and analysis of exchange rates in the post war era from the fixed rates established at Bretton Woods to the flexible rates of today.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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This essay will argue the reality of exchange rates in the modern world is much more complex than popular wisdom would suggest. Through a discussion of the history of exchange rates in the postwar era - from the fixed rates established at Bretton Woods to the flexible rates of today - it will be seen that exchange rates are one of the most complex features of modern economics. As the Canadian experience demonstrates, control of the exchange rates is beyond the power of governments to significantly influence in the long term. Indeed, given the complexities of the relationship between exchange rates and market forces, exchange rates are a feature of modern economics that defy easy analysis and prediction.
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Recidivism Rates in Californian Prisons, 2007.
A look at solving the overcrowded prison crisis in California by reducing the rate of recidivism, or return to jail after release, of prisoners.
1,941 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper discusses how the California prison system is in crisis and how Federal authorities are poised to sweep in and force the release of prisoners if the California government is unable to find some way to reduce the prison population. While many suggest a brick and mortar solution (more prisons) or reductions in sentencing, the author suggests that reducing the demand for prison beds is the solution to overcrowding. It looks at how this can be accomplished in three primary ways- through programs, substance abuse treatment, and changes to the harsh parole laws.
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"The definition of "recidivism rate" varies by agency, but the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation defines the recidivism rate as "The ratio of the number of recidivists to the number of felons at risk of recidivating during a particular period (Baumrind 2007)." The CDCR released data presenting the one and two-year recidivism rates for California inmates released from prison in 2004. This data shows that 38 percent of inmates return within one year, and 53 percent return within two years (Baumrind 2007)." These rates are comparable to previous research done by CDCR showing recidivism rates between 1997 and 2004. The long-term picture is even more grim- nearly 75 percent of convicted felons will return to prison at some point. "
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Crime Reduction Plan, 2008.
An overview of a five point plan to reduce crime.
1,548 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper contends that the development of a plan for crime prevention must carefully balance the civil liberties of the citizenry with requirements of a strong enforcement program - a difficult fence to straddle. The paper also looks at how the core of a crime prevention program must contain elements of diligence, deterrence and diversion. The paper then proposes a five point plan for reducing crime that includes a proactive and intensive community oriented policing policy, an aggressive enforcement of existing laws, and sure justice for offenders convicted of violent crimes with particularly long sentences for repeat offenders. The paper also proposes an availability of alternative programs for at risk members of society to prevent them from engaging in criminal activity as well as a system for developing performance goals and measures to determine the effectiveness of the first four points of the crime reduction program.
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"The first point of the proposed plan to reduce crime involves the proactive approach to the crime problem. Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) is the proactive approach. COPS is an integral program of community engagement, traditional law enforcement, prevention through problem solving and strategic partnerships with community leaders ("What is Community Policing?" n.p.). The intent of this program is to reduce community trepidation towards the law enforcement community and bring it into the neighborhood through a high profile presence. It has been shown that this increases trust in the community and demonstrated the ability to reduce crime by proactive means. "
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Crime Control, 2002.
Examines how to reduce crime in the U.S. and improve the quality of life.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 11 sources, $ 95.95
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Examines how to reduce crime in the U.S. and improve the quality of life. Cites social costs in terms of ecnomics. Crime statistics. Selected types of crime activity in poor urban areas. Problems of gangs and drugs. Assessment of crime prevention programs; ones that work. Issue of funding for community policing.
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"Crime Control and Justice in the United States: A Forecast
Crime is seen as having profound effects on the quality of life in the United States, and as imposing social costs that reach as much as $1 trillion per year (Ludwig, Duncan, & Hirschfield, 2001). Crime statistics indicate that selected types of crime in specific geographic locales have been declining, but according to Stephens (2001), crime and crime control continue to occupy a central position on the American social and political agenda. This report will examine the ways in which the national crime control efforts and the administration of justice are likely to evolve and change over the course of the next 50 years. It will be argued that a combination of what Stephens (2001) calls "proactive policing" and the deployment of sophisticated electronic technologies to ..."
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Interest Rates, 2005.
This paper discusses the Fed's measured and deliberate increase of interest rates over recent months up to current rates.
1,813 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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The paper discusses what interest rates are, who controls interest rates, how interest rates affect an economy, the conundrum of why 30-year interest rates have not increased in spite of all contrary experience, and a conclusion concerning whether interest rates should be increased at a measured or quick pace.
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"I wonder if when Nostradamus was predicting the end of the world and saw the world awash in flames, what he really saw was the world awash in debt. Presently, because interest rates in the United States are so low, Americans and American businesses have taken out loans at an increased rate to keep pace with their high demand of goods and services. The Bush administration's tax cuts have added fuel to this spending trend also. The purpose for these two actions was to jump start the United States economy; Policies that have been successful. The real GDP has continued to grow at a good pace and the fourth quarter of 2004 growth of 3.1 percent annual rate is an indication of this growth . But what are the consequences of this growth come?"
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Teacher Attrition Rates, 2004.
Investigates the impact of induction programs on teacher attrition rates.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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Teacher attrition rates have been a major concern for the last decade. Many experts believe that attrition rates can be lowered through induction programs for new teachers, while others believe that the problem lies with the nature of the school system and the low wages that teachers receive. Written in the form of a prospectus, this paper provides a description of the area of research involving the impact of induction programs on attrition rates. The paper shows that 50% of first year teachers quit the profession after the first year and that induction programs can make a significant difference in lowering the attrition rates of these teachers. The paper also reveals that many pre-service institutions offer inductions programs, but that many of the programs are weak, and in some communities, they do not exists at all. Finally, the paper argues that there is a particular need for induction programs among urban teachers and that these programs can reduce attrition rates in urban communities.
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"The most obvious reason why induction programs are necessary involves the fact that there is a massive teaching shortage in the nation?s schools. Experts have argued over why the shortage exists for many years. Some have concluded that many students are not interested in becoming teachers while others have abandoned this notion and prefer to believe that the shortage is due to the lack of induction programs that exist. The fact of the matter is that much of the research supports the notions asserted by the latter."
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Macroeconomics of Interest Rates, 2008.
This paper examines the issue of interest rates as it relates to the economy.
1,856 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper discusses the recent economic reports and events with respect to interest rates and interest rate movements. The current state of the US economy is examined as well as the Federal Reserve handling of monetary and fiscal policy relative to the economy. Of particular importance is the Federal Reserve's strategic shift in policy from accommodative to appropriate. The writer concludes that it can be seen that interest rates are much more than one of many economic devices that the Fed has to influence the economy but is actually one of theprimary methods in which the Fed interacts and influences the direction of economic growth and expansion.
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Introduction & Thesis
Overview of Interest Rates
Types of Interest Rates
Impact of Change in Interest Rates
Conclusion
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"Risk structure as it relates to interest rates is essentially the relationship between the interest rates on bonds that have the same term to maturity features. This leads to an active consideration of the default risk which is the chance that a given issuer of a bond may default by not being able to make the interest payments on the bonds at completion of the term or may not be able to meet the face value payment of the bond either. This creates the default risk model which implies that as the risk associated to a bond family increase then interest rates must also increase in order to compensate for the risk premium being incurred. Thus, since corporate bonds are more prone to market failure they typically bear a higher interest rate than government bonds, for example."
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Prime Rates, 2004.
An analysis of the role of prime rates within the worldwide banking systems.
2,491 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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This paper contends that although prime rates, prime lending rates and prime interest rates are but small tools within the worldwide banking systems they do offer the ultimate objective of capital account convertibility. However, the paper explains that the study of these rates throughout the worldwide banking systems must be undertaken from an historical perspective. The paper states that when this is accomplished one readily observes that these rates, however stated, affect almost every living creature in the world.
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Thesis Statement
The Fundamentals of Prime Rates
The Basics
The History of Interest
Conclusions
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"With the ultimate objective of capital account convertibility in mind, prime rates should be to deepen and integrate financial markets, raise access to global savings, discipline domestic policies and policy makers, and furthermore allow greater freedom for individual decision-making. The theoretical framework underlying the use of prime rates is spelled out primarily by nations, banking institutions both global and national, so that monetarists can presume that restraining fiscal deficit and the money supply shall result in several controls, inflation and recession being chief among them. This, of course, is a much more easily stated theory than practical application Worldwide can and does incorporate throughout the various economies of the World. "
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