| Papers [1-15] of 100 :: [Page 1 of 7] | | Go to page : 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 —> | Search results on "TOBACCO DILEMMA": |
|
|
Tobacco Dilemma, 2005.
A brief look at the ethical factors involved in marketing tobacco products to Third World countries.
753 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper examines the tobacco industry's marketing efforts abroad as they sell their products to Third World nations. Like many industries in the United States, when a product is banned there, it often finds buyers outside of the country's borders. Although this practice seems unethical, it does provide answers for the tobacco industry even when they are not socially or ethically acceptable. This paper shows that once the tobacco industry had to admit their guilt in the United States, economics kicked in and dictated the new marketing solution of selling to poorer nations.
From the Paper
"How a product is marketed makes a big difference in sales. "Brazil also has probably the highest level of tobacco advertising per capita in the world. When advertising stopped for a year, cigarette sales fell 4.8% in nine months." (Chapman & Leng, 2004) The American Cancer Society has been very critical in the media regarding the US tobacco companies' marketing strategies. As the largest exporter of tobacco products in the world, US tobacco companies have been criticized for selling cigarettes with tar levels well beyond those levels allowed in the United States. Also, the marketing efforts have been focused on women and children who prior to these new endorsements had relatively low numbers of smokers in the developing countries."
| |
|
Tobacco's Last Stand, 2006.
This paper examines the issues involved in the government's view towards tobacco.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 62.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The paper discusses how there can never be an ethical dilemma, because one of the prima facie obligations always outweighs the others and becomes the absolute obligation. In this case, it is evident that the state government has many areas of consideration. The paper explains that there are those within society that have been adversely affected by the use of tobacco and tobacco products, there are the tobacco companies that have produced the products, the health care facilities that treat individuals with illness caused by these products, the tax payers that must pay for health care which the patients cannot afford and the states that must absorb the cost of the health care.
| |
|
Big Tobacco, 1997.
Examines the agreement between 40 attorneys general and the major tobacco companies to settle tobacco litigation. Discusses the probable impact on tobacco business and stock prices.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 23.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
From the Paper
"Tobacco is much in the news with the historic agreement between a group of 40 state attorneys-general and the major tobacco companies concerning a settlement over tobacco litigation. It might seem that tobacco has been so thoroughly demonized that tobacco stocks would be a sour investment, but in fact the agreement offers a number of reasons why tobacco stocks would be a good investment at this time.
The agreement will mean that the industry has to pay some $368.5 billion and will also be subjected to new rules to reduce the advertising possible for tobacco, to eliminate vending machines, and to tie the future of tobacco to a lowered rate for smoking by young people. The industry will also have to place blunter warnings on cigarette packages. The industry also must acknowledge the authority of government to regulate nicotine. The ..."
| |
|
Ethics in the Tobacco Industry, 2002.
Looks at the lack of ethics in the tobacco industry as they try to cover up the risks of smoking.
2,301 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper examines the ethical dilemma that the tobacco companies find themselves in, now that it is almost universally accepted that smoking can cause grave health risks. This paper questions why a company would sell a product that it knows is harmful and whether this is an ethical practice or not. The paper shows the tobacco companies' irresponsibility in the fact that they hid the consequences of using their product
From the Paper
"This whole argument that the tobacco companies are unethical in the way they do business is grounded in the utilitarian moral doctrine. This states that ?we should always act to produce the greatest possible balance of good over bad for everyone affected by our action. By good, utilitarians mean happiness or pleasure.? (Moral Issues 59a) This is obviously the case. For example, thousands of people are positively affected in the tobacco industry: lawyers, employees, executives, marketing, farmers, and the receivers of the taxes placed on the product. To these people, tobacco and cigarettes bring much pleasure, from money, to a job, to a way to relax, and not just to them, but to those around these people who are affected by their lives. Many people benefit from its existence. However, many millions of people die every year from smoking. And many millions more are affected by the illnesses, deaths, and addictions of these people, it is a huge ripple effect. So while thousands, and it is probably hundreds of thousands benefit, millions suffer. But the biggest disparity is that employees work for the firm for many years, turnover is relatively low. So over say 100 years, a relatively small number of total people benefit when compared to the 500 million expected to die, and the countless millions who will become sick, because 5 million die a year right now; such turnover is not seen on the benefit side of the argument. This is the main reason that the way in which the tobacco companies do business is shockingly unethical. To put it even more simply, many times more people become unhappy when encountering cigarettes and tobacco than become happy."
| |
|
Tobacco: Tax It!!, 2008.
This paper traces the history of tobacco, known early to be the cause of cancerous deaths, and argues that tobacco taxes should be greatly increased.
2,435 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 74.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains that, as early as the 1800s, scientist began to recognize that nicotine was so poisonous that it could be used as an insecticide and that pure nicotine could kill humans. The author focuses on the dangers of secondhand smoke because she is appalled that, in the 21st century, there is still disbelief about its danger. The paper stresses that the taxes and laws that have come to fruition over the past 20 years are from nonsmokers speaking out. The author feels that, if the majority of smokers feel they have a right to be intolerant of nonsmokers who wish to live a healthier life, then they should have to pay for the privilege of smoking. The paper concludes that smoking, if not banded, should be taxed so high that it is unaffordable.
Table of Contents:
History and Health Issues of Tobacco in America
Tobacco Will Kill You
Where Do We Go from Here?
Conclusion
From the Paper
"In 1492, Christopher Columbus was offered dried tobacco by the American Indians as a gift. Columbus and his sailors brought tobacco back to Europe and it has grown their ever since. Again the supposed medicinal purposes of tobacco resulted in extreme popularity in Europe as it did in America. Thomas Harriet has the historical place in history as being the first to promote the smoking of tobacco as a way to get your recommended daily dose. It must be noted that Harriet died of nose cancer thought to be caused by exhaling the smoke from tobacco through his nose which was popular at the time."
| |
|
A Personal and Professional Dilemma, 2007.
This paper is written from a personal point of view and concerns a personal and professional dilemma.
800 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
In this article, the writer relates that, while registered at the University of Phoenix as a student, she was also pushing her business more aggressively by advertising as a grant writer. She further explains that, as a single parent with an enormous amount of responsibilities, she needed to look for extra resources to maintain stability. The writer then notes that when focusing on research for each client, her studies were pushed aside, as well as her family responsibilities, and her grades began to slip. The writer also relates that, within this dilemma, she realized that she would have to organize her life better before she lost everything, including her health and her children's respect and trust. The writer then describes the way she organized her life so that she could fulfill both her professional and personal responsibilities.
Outline:
Describing the Dilemma
Analyzing the Dilemma
Evaluating the Dilemma
From the Paper
"Each day I would check for emails from potential clients but would not be interested in writing for them due to the subject matter or the markets involved. One day I received a telephone call from a former client that expanded her business and needed my services again. The client informed me that other companies have been expanding and needed my services. Conference calls were set up for introduction and discussions into sending proposals to various foundations. I mailed out several contracts totaling 45 and began to receive early portions of monetary retentions."
| |
|
The Tobacco and Sugar Industries of Cuba, 2002.
An analysis of the economic differences between the tobacco and sugar industries of Cuba through a review of "Cuban Counterpoint Tobacco and Sugar" by Fernando Ortiz.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper will discuss the nature of tobacco and sugar in the Cuban economy, and will show how they differ in the greater scope of the Cuban economy. By showing the statistics of how the sale of each of these items plays a part in the survival of Cuba, we can begin to see the ideas of how they interact within the value of their production value. By using the book "Cuban Counterpoint Tobacco and Sugar" by Fernando Ortiz, we can see how these values are created within the Cuban economic structure.
| |
|
Ethical Dilemma at Stroud-Lawrence Funeral Home, 2006.
This paper describes an ethical dilemma that occured within the confines of the Stroud-Lawrence Funeral Home and discusses how the dilemma was managed.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper discusses an ethical dilemma at the Stroud-Lawrence Funeral Home, a small, family owned enterprise. A specific ethical dilemma that was faced by the author is recounted relevant to the parties involved and their positions of authority and power. The outcome is reported as being equitable although more could have been done to make ethical training and counseling mandatory.
From the Paper
"The ethical dilemma occurred within the confines of Stroud-Lawrence Funeral Home. Stroud-Lawrence is a small family owned and operated enterprise with less than 10 employees. The ethical dilemma that recently arose dealt with insurance paybacks for certain funeral related services that were not fully performed by certain staff members. While not necessarily intentional, this oversight resulted in the billing for services performed that were not, in fact performed and the ethical issues arising from the fact that employees, myself as well as management, were aware of this oversight and yet, the process was overlooked. The Ethical Issue. The specific issue involved billing for funeral clothing on a deceased individual who was scheduled for cremation following the viewing."
| |
|
Tobacco Laws, 2005.
This paper contends that more restrictions are necessary on selling and advertising tobacco products.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The paper discusses whether tobacco advertisements and sales should have stricter laws. The paper explains that dating back to President Clinton, presidents and the Congress has passed laws on restricting tobacco sells and restricting tobacco advertisements. Yet, the paper presents statistics that show the number of people who smoke remains about the same. The paper maintains that as the lives of children, teenagers and adults are at stake from the danger of tobacco products, more restrictions need to be placed on selling tobacco products and restricting advertisement of tobacco products.
From the Paper
""Of all drugs, legal and illegal, tobacco is the greatest killer" even though there are restrictions on tobacco products (Tobacco laws). Dating back to President Clinton, presidents and the Congress has passed laws on restricting tobacco sells and restricting tobacco advertisements. Yet, the statistics of people who smoke remain about the same. As the lives of children, teenagers, and adults are at stake from the danger of tobacco products, more restrictions need to be placed on selling tobacco products and restricting advertisement of tobacco products. "When President Bill Clinton announced in August his intention to implement Food and Drug Administration restrictions on the selling of cigarettes, he hastened to assure the nation's tobacco growers that he felt their pain" (Goldman 25)."
| |
|
Smokeless Tobacco, 2002.
An overview of smokeless tobacco and its effect on oral health.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 106.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper is on the subject of smokeless tobacco and oral health. All forms of cancer involve out-of-control growth and spread of abnormal cells. Smokeless tobacco comes in two different forms: snuff and chewing tobacco. Smokeless tobacco can lead to the following diseases: cancer of the mouth, gum recession, or peeling back of the gums, bone loss around the teeth, abrasion of teeth, and bad breath.
| |
|
Tobacco, 2002.
This paper examines the addictive qualities of tobacco and argues in favor of outlawing its use in the United States.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper presents presents a detailed discussion on why the use of tobacco should be made illegal. The writer takes the reader on an exploratory journey of the issue of tobacco and its addictive qualities. The writer details the health care issues associated with tobacco use, investigates the cost to taxpayers among other issues. The writer also discusses several proposals that may help to cut down or discourage tobacco use, including increased taxes, more coordinated governmental and international control over its distribution and the removal of legal protections for tobacco companies.
From the Paper
"The outlawing of tobacco products would seriously cut down on the use of tobacco. Those who are stringent about obeying the law would find ways to stop and those who had not started would refuse to take up the habit. In addition it would allow the collection of funds for the purpose of furthering the campaign against its use. (Bigger, 1993) In 1990 alone tobacco use contributed to 400,000 deaths in the United States. This made it the leading cause of death, even more so than from guns or AIDS. This is reason enough to outlaw its use. The discovery in recent decades of the tobacco industry?s purposeful addition of addictive chemicals to their product is enough to ban tobacco use in America. Tobacco use has no positive benefits at all."
| |
|
Tobacco Controversies, 1996.
Analyzes medical, political, social & economic factors of debates over regulation of tobacco as a drug & govt. subsidies for tobacco growers. Table.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 18 sources, $ 119.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
From the Paper
Tobacco use, particularly in the form of cigarette smoking, is recognized as a major health risk behavior in the United States (Horrigan, 1995, p. 28). With the exception of the control of cigarette smoking in public places and work areas and generally ineffective efforts to prohibit the access of minors to tobacco products, however, little official effort is made to impose strict controls on the consumption of tobacco in this country. In fact, an official policy of the federal government in the United States encourages the production of tobacco for domestic consumption through a subsidy program for tobacco farmers (Bates, 1995, pp. 195-198). In the late-summer of 1995, however,..."
| |
|
The Demand for Indian Tobacco Products, 2004.
Thorough study and evaluation of the demand in the European Union for Indian tobacco products.
8,836 words (approx. 35.3 pages), 44 sources, MLA, $ 185.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This dissertation aims to examine the viability of expanding the interests of the Indian Tobacco Company by exporting to the markets of the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. The study explores the economies of the region, the capacity for production, and the potential demand for tobacco exports in the three target countries, as well as their potential markets. Economic indicators, financial indicators, and the relationships between them, as well as growth trends in private spending, country imports, inflationary change, and GDP are reviewed, and standard prices for tobacco products among the countries in light of these other factors are examined.
Outline
Indian Tobacco Company ? Financial Analysis
Profitability and Income
Expense Analysis
Economic Factors
Gross Domestic Product and Net Income
Capacity and Production
Consumption
Price Elasticity of Demand
Nominal vs. Real Prices
Cigarette Imports
Foreign Import Growth
Real Total Domestic Demand
Real Private Consumption Expenditures
From the Paper
"The advantages for Indian tobacco are a low unit production cost. Average retail prices for export are competitive with respect to Brazil, the United States and Zimbabwe. The cost of converting tobacco into cigarettes in India is approximately .80 US $/1000 pieces in 1999 versus 3.50 in UK and 4.0 in USA. In addition, the Indian market can address the low to medium nicotine levels now being requested by world markets. In addition, such global developments as government controls to restrict production in China, the phasing out of Agri subsidies by EU and Land invasions & Land acquisition in Zimbabwe i.e. change of tobacco farms from White farmers to Native farmer combine to provide an opportunity to gain entrance to export markets, particularly in the United Kingdom, France and Germany."
| |
|
Should Tobacco Advertising Be Restricted? Yes, 2001.
This is a persuasive paper detailing the effects of tobacco advertising on the public, primarily youths under the legal smoking age.
990 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper argues in favor of the restriction of tobacco advertising that targets youths under the legal smoking age. Through the use of statistics, and personal experience, the author argues the extent of the protection allowed under the First Amendment to tobacco companies and their advertisers.
From the paper:
"Some of these regulations include age verification (by sales persons), the elimination of free samples, and denial of sponsorship of social/cultural events. As it is yet too early to judge whether these newly implemented restrictions will have a great influence on youth consumers, one can only hope to see improvements soon. As I had at one time worked in a store that sold tobacco products, my opinion is that even these new regulations are not enough. Many salespeople simply do not bother to check age identification of tobacco consumers."
| |
|
'Tobacco Road', 2008.
This paper provides a review of the book 'Tobacco Road' by Erskine Caldwell.
2,835 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
In this essay, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the book "Tobacco Road," by Erskine Caldwell. Specifically, the writer discusses the author's life and its effect on his writing of "Tobacco Road". Further, the writer provides criticisms of the novel and looks at the novel's place in literary history. The writer notes that "Tobacco Road" is probably one of the most enduring glimpses into a tragic part of America's history that has ever been written. The writer explains that profiling a poor white family from Georgia, it encapsulates the poverty and hunger these people faced, while using dark humor and pathos to portray the tragedy of their lives, and the gradual decline of any decency in their spirit. The paper includes over 10 pages of copied critiques on this subject.
Outline:
Introduction
Tobacco Road
References
From the Paper
"It seems the only one with any sense at all in the family is Pearl, and she has enough sense to want to get out and go to Augusta. She is also the most unusual character in the novel - she never speaks, and refuses to sleep with her husband, Lov. Early in the novel, the reader discovers Jeeter is not her father, and this explains why she is different, and why she wants to leave the area. Everyone else in the novel seems a bit dazed by what happens around them, just as Lov is dazed when he loses the turnips. Caldwell gives a sense of unreality to the novel, as if things are happing around the characters, and they do not understand why they happen, or how everything relates to them and their lives. It is as if they are walking through life - seeing it but not really taking part.
"Jeeter uses his children to further himself, no matter how shocking this may be. He sold Pearl to Lov for seven dollars and some household items, and is absolutely enthralled with Ellie May's sexual seduction of Lov so Jeeter can grab the turnips. He also in effect sells his son Dude to Sister Bessie Rice for a car and the chance to get his firewood to market. Jeeter is always full of hope, but he is so scheming and lazy he can never get past the hoping stage."
|
|
|
