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The USA's Dominance, 2008.
This paper discusses the USA's military and cultural domination of the world.
2,031 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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The paper argues that the USA has achieved its position of dominance by exporting and imposing its culture and values, as well as by developing a very powerful army. The paper shows how cultural and military dominance are closely inter-related because they support and reinforce each other. The paper portrays how today the USA continues to succeed in extending its military and cultural hegemony over the entire world.
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"There is clear evidence that the USA is utilizing its huge army to dominate the world. This is shown by the fact that - although it is nominally a member of organizations such as the United Nations - it nevertheless will defy such organizations when it sees fit. For example, the United Nations opposed the invasion of Iraq in 2003. However, the USA went ahead with the invasion anyway, defying the United Nations. This was despite the fact that Iraq had never threatened the USA in any way. As we know, this war has turned into what many regard as another Vietnam - an un-winnable, apparently endless war in which thousands of lives are being squandered for no good reason."
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"U.S.A. Online" - A Case Study, 2002.
A review of a case study conducted on "USA Today's" move from just a newspaper to an on-line version as well.
1,079 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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An analysis of the move of "USA Today" from a newspaper that had a distinct non-elusive image of being both easy-to-read and easy to peruse into a semi-interactive internet site. This brief, yet coherent, analysis of the problems is divided into three parts: a) The efficacy and power of the "USA Today" print branding; b) The loss of that efficacy and power by a misunderstanding of interactivity on the World Wide Web, and c) suggested implementable options available to "USA Today" management to rectify the problems.
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"The "USA TODAY" print publication counted its circulation growth by using total number of copies sold, which accounted for its 2.2 million circulation figure, a figure, which, by the way, allowed it to charge premium rates to advertisers. A second way in which "USA TODAY" online differs from "USA TODAY" offline, is in the viewer usability. It must not be forgotten that no special equipment is necessary for reading the offline version (standard print) while to read the online version, the reader must have a) a computer, b) a modem, c) Internet Connectivity, d) a Web browser, and e) patience."
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The U.S.A as a Hegemonic Power, 2005.
This paper discusses the role of the U.S.A. in the contemporary system of global power.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 5 sources, $ 97.95
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This paper stresses that the United States is an enormously powerful state. The author points out that it is a democratic state, which in all its public utterances claims to support freedom and democracy throughout the world. The paper states that, because, in March 2003, the U.S.A. invaded Iraq in defiance of the United Nations and most of the world, there is no mistaking the perception that the U.S.A. is dominating the world in an entirely undemocratic manner.
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"The United States is an enormously powerful state. It is also a democratic state, and in all its public utterances claims to support freedom and democracy throughout the world. Yet there is no mistaking the perception that in fact the USA is dominating the world in an entirely undemocratic manner. After all, it invaded Iraq in defiance of the United Nations and most of the world, in March 2003."
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Problem Solution: USA World Bank Corporation, 2006.
A review of the issues facing the USA World Bank today.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 3 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses how the USA World Bank is currently experiencing issues relating to new product development that will address the need for company growth. The research indicates that this has been a concern of many companies that have desired to improve their place in the market through product development. However, in USA World Bank's case the company must now decide to develop one or two products. Ultimately the company must focus on products development and research, focus groups and sampling techniques in order to discover solutions to the issues that plague the organization.
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Progressivism and ?U.S.A.:The 42nd Parallel?, 2002.
A discussion of the extent to which the novel, "U.S.A.: The 42nd Parallel", by John Dos Passos on the Progressivist Era in the United States substantiates or negates the values prevalent during this time.
1,287 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper examines the ideals of the Progressivist Era in the U.S.A during the period 1900-1917 and looks at how it was a revolution of sorts among the middle classes. It shows how the novel, "U.S.A.: The 42nd Parallel", by John Dos Passos is a positive, hopeful, and entertaining depiction of what life was like in the United States during the this time. It discusses how it represents and parallels the society of the time and the ideals of the Progressivist movement through the depiction of the lives of people such as labor radicals, advertising executives, sailors, stenographers, interior decorators, and movie stars.
Outline
The Ideals of the Progressivist Era
The 42nd Parallel
Class and Gender in Progressivism
Conclusion
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"Three women in the novel represent the opportunities open to females during the progressivist era. They are Eleanor Stoddard, Eveline Hutchins and Janey. Despite the fact that Eleanor and Eveline are from humble and wealthy beginnings respectively, they go to the same
school, where they meet. This represents the education opportunities provided to all classes by the government. They go on to begin a successful interior design business, thus depicting women in the world of business. Eleanor later develops a friendship with the wealthy J. Walter Moorehouse. Janey is also from humble beginnings, living with her brother Joe in an old brick house in Georgestown."
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Human Rights Violations in the U.S.A., 2004.
This paper discusses several cases of violations of human rights and of civil liberties in the U.S.A.
3,820 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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This paper explains that the term "human rights" is clarified as a set of human behavioral patterns that are bound together in a legal document enunciating the manner in which one person must treat the other person. The author presents many cases, which demonstrate that some of the most common cases of human rights violations can be found in the prisons. The paper examines a document by China, which states, despite the position taken by the U.S.A. as a world leader in the issue of human rights, the U.S. has many violations and has actually accomplished nothing more than to distort severely the human rights conditions in several different countries by stating that they are neglecting the issue of granting human rights to its citizens when, in fact, it is U.S.A. that is actually doing this.
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"However, time has changed this; now African-Americans are considered a part of the soil of the United States, and they can cast their votes without fear of repercussions. They are also allowed, unlike as in the past, to occupy positions of high literary standing, at par with the 'whites'. The important 'Voting Rights Act' was passed in the year 1965, and this was one of the most important acts ever to defend the civil rights and liberties of an individual in the United States of America. The Act has been broadened over the years to accommodate various changes, and it facilitates the appointment of officials to ensure that the terms and conditions within are carried out to the letter. The VRA not only ensures that more voters cast their votes after registering, but also sees to it that people of African-American descent are also elected to office, a hitherto unheard of occurrence."
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Brazil-USA International Trade, 2004.
This paper reviews trade and trade issues between Brazil and the USA.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper explores trade and trade issues between Brazil and the USA. The paper details the principal export products and examines the controversies in international trade between the USA and Brazil regarding access to markets. The paper includes the balance of trade.
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"This paper reviews international trade between Brazil and the United States. The principal products exported by Brazil to the United States are manufactured goods, iron ore, soybeans, footwear, coffee, automobiles and steel. The United States accounts for ? percent of Brazil's total exports The principal products imported by Brazil from the United States are machinery and equipment, chemical products, oil, electricity, automobiles and automobile parts. The United States accounts for ? percent of Brazil's total imports."
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The USA PATRIOT Act.
This paper discusses the USA PATRIOT Act, which gives the American government the power to fight terrorism in a more effective manner, but might cost Americans the loss of civil liberties and personal rights.
1,740 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 56.95
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This paper explains that the USA PATRIOT Act has given 'terrorism' a new and much wider meaning and defines a new category called "domestic" terrorists as compared to international terrorists. The author points out that the new Act has defined a number of new money laundering crimes, as well as amendments and increased penalties, including confiscation of all of the property of any individual or enterprises that plans or carries forward an act of domestic or international terrorism. The paper stresses that the Act can be misused for the purpose of prosecuting political dissidents of many types and might be seen as a violation of six of the ten original elements of the Bill of Rights: the 1st, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 13th Amendments.
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"USA PATRIOT Act originated from a consultation draft, which was circulated by the Department of Justice, and was modified and amended substantially by the US Congress. The Act is to be used for helping the law enforcement officials to find out and punish those responsible for the attacks on September 9th and to protect the people against such attacks in the future. This Act has given the federal officials extensive powers to trace out and intercept the communication channels used by the terrorists. This tracking can be used for both law enforcement and foreign intelligence."
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Accessing Healthcare Services in the USA, 2006.
A discussion regarding the factors influencing access to healthcare services in the USA.
763 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper compares and contrasts factors, including funding and compensation, that affect access to healthcare services in the USA. According to the paper, studies suggest that despite increasing expenditures on healthcare in the US, large segments of the population still do not have access to quality or adequate healthcare services even for basic healthcare needs.
Outline:
Introduction
Analysis of Healthcare Access
Recommendations
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"Agrawal & Veit (2002) support Kongstvedt's emphasis on the role of managed care organizations in healthcare. The author notes that increasingly managed healthcare organizations are shaping the healthcare system, dictating who may and may not receive access to healthcare and the types of healthcare that should be available to the consumer. Whereas in the past physicians dominated the healthcare model today the healthcare model is more reflected of a "market-based system" that is characterized by "systemic impediments and organized resistance" among healthcare workers working within the managed care environment (Agrawal & Veit, 2002: 11). The healthcare industry is not longer static by rather a dynamic force, constantly changing to help create a more cost effective model. "
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Canada-USA Security Relationship, 2003.
A look at the security relationship between the USA and Canada .
3,220 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 111.95
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This paper examines and assesses the security relationship between the U.S.A and Canada in the post 11 September 2001 environment. The conclusion is that Canada risks losing its sovereignty to an increasingly imperial United States.
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" This paper examines and assesses the security relationship between Canada and the United States in the post September era. Following the terrorist attacks in the ..."
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Monetary Policy in the USA 2004, 2004.
Assesses the state of the economy and monetary policy in the USA in August 2004.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 23.95
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The paper assesses the state of the economy and monetary policy in the USA in August 2004. The paper discusses the U.S. federal reserve report to Congress characterizing the state of the economy. It looks at the focus of monetary policy on the control of inflation.
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U.S.A. Patriot Act, 2004.
Examines the U.S.A. Patriot Act, which was passed after 9/11, and how it affects the civil rights of innocent Americans.
1,873 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper explains the extent of the U.S. Patriot Act. It discusses how civil liberties and legal defense groups are troubled by the cases and predict that the government will soon be using harsh anti-terrorism laws against ordinary lawbreakers. It explains that the U.S.A. Patriot Act has thus expanded the surveillance and investigative powers of law enforcement agencies. The American government may use this Act to fight terrorism in a more effective manner, but this Act will cost Americans much in terms of lost civil liberties and personal rights.
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"One of the worst, yet momentous events in U.S history occurred on September 11th, 2001. This event released a flow of patriotic fervor and a permanent fear among all Americans that they had also now become suspect to acts of international terrorists. This led to a lot of changes in the attitudes of the executive and legislative branches in the United States government. They came up almost immediately with new measures, which were supposedly against terrorism or terrorist threats. One of the principle acts passed by them was called ?Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act of 2001,? also called the USA Patriot Act. This was signed and approved as law by President Bush on October 26th, 2001. This act is one of the most sweeping acts passed in the history of modern America. The Act affects the civil liberties of the citizens of USA and even non-citizens who are residing in America on a regular basis."
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Healthcare in the USA, 2006.
An in-depth look at the emergency medical system in the USA.
4,395 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 115.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the history of the emergency medical system in the USA. The paper addresses key problems within the system and looks at the importance of having easy access to Level I trauma centers in as many communities as possible.
Overview:
Introduction
Background
Statement of Problem
Why Level I Trauma Centers are Needed
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"This set of protocols determines, more than any other set of standards who is treated, in what order and where. Level I -IV trauma center classifications are called for in nearly every community in the world on a daily basis. Though it is true that this need is greater in urban areas, simply because there is a greater concentration of people, the system is needed frequently in rural areas as well and the time it takes to get a person to proper medical care may change but the urgency does not. "
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Health Care Insurance Crisis in the U.S.A., 2003.
This paper explores possible solutions to the health care insurance crisis in the U.S.A..
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper contends that the health care insurance crisis in the U.S.A. is multidimensional, including subsidies and market reforms. The author proposes solutions including expanding coverage by attempting to regulate the individual market. The paper suggests the lowering insurance costs by lowering health care costs.
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"There is a crisis in America's insurance healthcare system and it is multidimensional. The United States is facing inadequate funding and increasing demand for services."
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Allan M. Winkler's "Home Front U.S.A", 2001.
An analysis of Winkler's book "Home Front U.S.A.: America, during World War II".
770 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 0 sources, $ 27.95
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This paper briefly takes a look at the arguments presented in Winkler's book "Home Front USA." The author claims that American society changed dramatically as a result of World War Two and the writer looks at these claims on a social, racial and cultural level. The country as a whole changed on a industrial level.
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"World War II transformed the map of Europe. It changed the balance of power across the world. It also changed the face and the structure of American society. According to Allan M. Winkler's Home Front U.S.A.: America, during World War II, American society was completely reconfigured. These changes continue to impact our lives today.
Winkler does not deny the fact that certain changes were already underway before the even of war. Yet he states that the impact of the war was such that without it, today we would be living in a completely different world from both a social and an industrial perspective."
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