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The World Water Situation, 2004.
This paper discusses the water situation in the world, with an emphasis on Mexico.
3,000 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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This paper explains that experts around the world are warning of a serious and possible deadly world water crisis in the future if serious efforts are not undertaken to deal with it today. The author points out that the problems in Mexico have several facets: distribution, sanitation, earthquake damage, and the draining off of water from Mexico by Texas farmlands without paying for it. The paper concludes that, whether it is converting saltwater to fresh water, removing contamination from water sources, regulating the sale and cost of available water, or a combination of all efforts, the next few decades will be the determining factor in the fate of the world through the decisions made today regarding water.
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Current Efforts
Mexico
Government Involvement
In Summary
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"Measures are currently underway to change the water industry in Mexico. One of the things that is being discussed is the charging of agricultural business for the purpose of supporting the industry. Texas, which is in the United States draws much of its farmland water from Mexico supplies. Add to this the fact that Mexico is in an extremely dry climate and must use significant water to grow its own food supply and it is evident that agricultural businesses are contributing to the depletion of the water supply. Current legislation is moving through the process to begin charging these companies for the water that they are using for their food production."
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World Water Supply in Crisis, 2001.
This paper discusses the crisis that planet Earth is facing regarding drinking water.
3,170 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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This paper addresses where the world?s water sources are located, what classes of contaminants are found in drinking water, how it is processed to become safe for human consumption, and lastly, special attention is given to the problem of lead in drinking water.
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"The type of water we generally use in human activities is freshwater. Only 3% of the world's water supply is freshwater and two-thirds of that is frozen, forming the polar ice caps, glaciers, and icebergs. The remaining 1% of the total world water supply is freshwater available as either surface water or ground water; ground water accounts for two-thirds of this amount. Surface water is water that is visible above the ground surface, such as creeks, rivers, ponds and lakes. Ground water is water that either fills the spaces between soil particles or penetrates the cracks and spaces within rocks. Most people get their water from ground water sources. Roughly 9 out of every 10 public water systems. Public water systems operate wells to tap ground water and just over half of the total population served by Public water system drinks water from a ground water source. Millions more get their water from private wells which also tap ground water sources. Ground water systems tend to serve smaller numbers of people, while surface water systems generally serve large populations. The quantity and quality of the world's water supply depends on how we choose to use water. Our use can be consumptive, which means that the water is not returned to nature (such as drinking water), or noncomsumptive. Nonconsumptive use returns water, polluted or not, to the system. Creating hydroelectric power is an example of nonconsumptive use. "
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The Current Situation in Kosovo: European Union Involvement, 2005.
Provides a discussion of the current situation in Kosovo, regarding the political, social, economic and human rights issues in the area, as well as the European Union and United Nations' policies and actions to address these issues.
2,965 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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The political fate of Kosovo is still unclear. Since June 1999 Kosovo is under the supervision of the international community. The Serbian state refuses to grant independence to Kosovo while the ethnic Albanians in the area are either pro-independence or pro-union with Albania oriented. This paper aims at estimating the current political and economic situation in this region and at evaluating the EU involvement in Kosovo as a stabilization tool and trigger of reforms.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
The Political Situation in Kosovo
Human Rights Issues and Social Situation
What was the EU Financial Assistance to Foster these Ongoing Changes in Kosovo?
Overview of Economic Stability
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"There are still a lot of legislative gaps in Kosovo's Civil Servant Law, such as the lack of a unified salary system. The maximum period of an employment contract, according to its regulations is three years, without any specifications for further extension(Stabilization and Association Report, p.54). A trend towards politicization of the civil servants can be observed. Structures such as the Independent Oversight Board and the joint UNMIK-PISG Steering Board on Public Administration were established to act against and prevent such kinds of corruption".
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1945-1970-: The Global Situation, 2007.
This paper explores the global strategic situation from 1945 to 1970, which was dominated by the Cold War.
2,014 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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The paper provides a description and analysis of the world situation in the years from 1945 to 1970. The paper looks at the Cold War, the events in the Middle East and the revolutionary disorders of this time. The paper explains that an analysis of these events allows us to understand the complexity of some of the major events and how they interacted to form the global strategic history of the postwar era.
Outline:
The Strategic Situation
The Cold War
Threats of Disorder and/or Revolution
Conclusion
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"The state of the world in 1970 is a world far removed from the promise of the future set out less than a generation before by the victorious Allies after World War II. America, the globe's preeminent superpower, is wracked by civil rights conflicts and youth protests at home while an apparently intractable war proceeds in Vietnam. In the Middle East, the overwhelming victory of the Israelis over Arab nations in the 1967 war has yielded to division in the Arab world and the rise of the Palestinian liberation movement. In Europe various nations struggle with how to integrate themselves economically and politically, while centers of the great European empires of Britain and France suffer from a decline in their stature."
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The Current Economic Situation, 2002.
This paper discusses the current U.S. economic situation that defies customary, conventional suppositions of recession and boom.
625 words (approx. 2.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 22.95
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The paper states that at the core of economics is the study of human behavior in producing, distributing and consuming material goods and services in a world of scarce resources. The author feels that the United States must face the current economic situation with an eye to the scarcity of resources it possesses and the fact that no decision occurs without a component cost. The author underscores the fact that current common economic indicators, which do not perfectly obey the textbook definition of stasis, boom or recession, only exacerbates the sense of indecision around how to manage this current situation.
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"The United States is currently in the grips of an economic situation that defies customary, conventional suppositions of recession and boom. The stock market is on shaky ground, having weathered one of the most crushing crashes over the past two years in recent memory, as well as a constant state of economic uncertainty in its technological sector. The market swings up for several weeks then back down again. Consumer confidence is down, even though the unemployment rate is above recession levels. Retirement funds are in jeopardy, yet the economy itself does not seem to be contracting. The United States government is facing a budgetary crisis, yet it also must budget for war. It wishes to lower income taxes to stimulate the economy, yet not face an overwhelming deficit."
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Persian Gulf: Present Political Situation, 2003.
An analysis of the present day political situation in Iraq.
1,610 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper presents an analysis of the political situation in Iraq. It contends that the current situation in the Persian Gulf is the product of previous efforts of Arab states and international powers to influence the region. The paper looks at U.S. foreign policy and socio-political developments in the Arab states and the impact of the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq.
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"The present political situation in the Persian Gulf represents the culmination of developments of the past three decades with respect to United States foreign policy and socio-political developments in ..."
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Nursing Situation, 2005.
This paper discusses the ideas of two theorists, Leininger and Watson, with regards to nursing care.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 4 sources, $ 106.95
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This paper consists of a comparison and contrast of two theorists as they care for one patient. An evaluation of the two approaches is also made. The central difference between the two theorists is that, while Leininger believes that every nursing situation is a transcultural encounter, Watson regards the nursing situation as a transpersonal and caring moment.
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"Watson's theory is grounded in a belief in the person as a holistic, interactive being, and emphasizes the spiritual dimension of nursing. One of Watson's major assumptions is that "caring is the essence of nursing and the most central and unifying focus for nursing practice". Leininger holds the very similar position that caring is the central focus of nursing. For Watson, the transpersonal caring relationship with its goal of healing through shifting consciousness is the central point of her theory."
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Current Economic Situation of the Apparel Industry, 2001.
An analysis of the economic factors that caused a slow-down in the apparel industry.
2,600 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 10 sources, $ 78.95
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This research paper looks into the business of fashion?s industry?s most important segment, the Apparel Industry. The clothing industry in the US has been flourishing for a long time but due to the current economic situation sales in the last two years have not been very encouraging. In this paper the author analyzes the main factors that affected the industry such as dominance of foreign producers, inflation, and reduction in employment and wages. In addition, the writer gives an overview of the main players in this industry: apparel manufacturers, apparel merchandisers and retailers.
Executive Summary
Literature Review
Brief Overview of the Apparel Industry
Financial Position in Recent Years
The Apparel Industry-Chain of Actors
Current Trends in the Market
Problems of the Industry
References
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According to the American Apparel Manufactures Association, the industry for apparel goods in the country has been facing several problems, the most pressing among them being entrance of foreign producers. A U.S. Business Reporter outlined similar problems in his 2001 report on the apparel industry. The industry, which had been showing positive signs, before the slow down has been affected by the downturn in the economic situation in the country. This has been made worse by a reduction in the employment and wages due to offshore production and a declining profit margin.
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Ethical Analysis of a Medical Situation, 2006.
An in-depth analysis of a medical error and its ethical issues.
3,110 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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This paper analyzes the case of a young patient who received a heart-lung transplant. However, there was a medical mistake and the patient ultimately was declared legally brain dead, removed from life support and subsequently died. The paper discusses the facts of the situation in more depth and analyzes the ethical medical issues that were involved.
Table of Contents:
Relevant Information
Ethical Problem Statement
Identification of Ethical Issues
Selection of Ethical Framework
Analysis and Justification
Counterarguments
Action to be Taken
Completion and Evaluation of Action
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"There are other ways of looking at the situation and so counterarguments could be made. The first counterargument likely to be made is that the physicians and facility made an error and caused the condition of the patient. Therefore, they have a responsibility to restore the condition of the patient. This may be a valid argument if the patient is considered in isolation. However, the nature of the demand for transplant organs means that the patient is not the only consideration. Giving the patient a second set of organs means that another person does not receive them. With thousands of people dying because they do not receive a transplant in time, it is not valid to focus only on the patient while ignoring the bigger picture."
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Debt Situation in Africa, 2001.
Magnitude of problem. IMF & World Bank. Country problems focusing on Ivory Coast. Influence of African debt on international politics. Need to resolve debt crisis.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 9 sources, $ 55.95
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"Introduction
Technological innovation and changes in economic systems throughout the world have resulted in debt becoming a staple of economic life at nearly every level of the world's economies. Individual debt in the United States, for example, has reached levels which cause concern among some analysts. Companies regularly weigh the advantages of financing through debt or equity issues. Entire countries take on debt to finance infrastructure growth, or merely to meet more fundamental obligations. Whether experienced at the macroeconomic level or microeconomic level, debt can carry with it considerable problems. Any borrower, whether an individual, company or nation, must repay not only the principal (the amount borrowed), but also the interest that accrues. In some debt situations, the borrower is able to repay .."
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Canada and Kyoto: The Present Situation, 2002.
A review of Desiree McGraw's "The Case For Kyoto: A Question of Competitiveness, Consultations, Credibility, Commitment and Consistency".
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 62.95
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This essay will examine Desiree McGraw's "The Case For Kyoto: A Question of Competitiveness, Consultations, Credibility, Commitment and Consistency" and will discuss what can be termed Canada's glacial progress toward the Kyoto accord as indicative of the recent performance and functioning of Canada's political system.
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Proctor and Gamble's 'Head and Shoulders': Situation Analysis, 1997.
Examines the marketing position and opportunities for Proctor and Gamble's 'Head & Shoulders' shampoo.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, $ 95.95
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"Situation Analysis, Market Trends
Product Description
Head & Shoulders Shampoo (HSS), is one of Procter & Gamble's oldest selling shampoo product lines (SKUs). It is also the nation's third best selling shampoo, controlling 7.67 percent of the $1.8 billion shampoo market (Enrico, 1997).
Market Description
The United States hair care market was worth $4.626 billion in 1995 and grew at just above the rate of the overall sector between 1991 and 1995. The hair care market has been driven by the success of niche products that were once found only in hair ..."
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Assessment of Saudi Arabia's Security Situation, 2005.
Examines the geopolitical threats confronting Saudi Arabia at the turn of the new millennium.
1,440 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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Saudi Arabian national security has largely been protected by both its religious/political and economic global status. However, as matters presently stand, both religion and the economy are acting as a severe security threat to the Kingdom and the status of the Al Saud family within it. This paper shows that the political governance of Al Saud and prior security measures undertaken by them have inflamed religious opposition and given rise to the accusation that the government has failed to protect the holy lands, while the failure to diversify economically, together with unsustainable expenditure, functions as a significant economic security threat. This paper shows, therefore, that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia faces two security threats, political-religious and economic in nature.
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"In addition to the religious political terrorist threat which Saudi Arabia confronts and which has changed the nature of its prior security concerns, Saudi Arabia also faces an economic threat. That threat is its dependence on oil. This, initially may sound paradoxical because the kingdom's oil wealth has acted to enhance its security, whether through upgrading the living standards of the populace, thereby attaining support for the regime, or by motivating foreign powers to come to the aid of the kingdom when it is threatened, such as in 1991. However, the fact is that the overdependence upon oil is a security threat because, as Al-Jazzar correctly argues, it means that our economy is both weak and easy to topple, or destroy."
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The Economic Situation, 2004.
This paper reviews the 2003 economic climate by evaluating many economic topics, such as Iraq and retail sales, and attempts to forecast into 2004.
1,850 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper explains that believing everything one reads may lead to a false sense of economic security. The author points out that the economy may be improving, but economists are only hoping that corporate America will get that sense of security and, therefore, create the economic resurgence the nation so desperately needs. The author predicts that, after experiencing investment deficiency, organizations will slowly increase their levels of spending, which will eventually add jobs. Charts.
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Introduction
Current economy
Inflation
Unemployment Figures
Iraq/Military
Investment
Airline industry
Oil
Forecast 2004
Conclusions
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"Recently new scandals have been brought to the forefront of the media regarding the mutual fund fraud and favoritism. Yet the market continues to gobble up large amounts of cash because Baby Boomers are nearing retirement. The key is that investors should be in the market for the long haul to reduce volatility. We should understand that sell-offs can happen. There are always speculative bubbles, a lack of confidence in the economy or market, potential recession, increased inflation, a possible war, or simply ?just because.? Going back as far as the 19th century proves stocks are not any riskier than bonds in the long run and although returns fluctuate from year to year, volatility is all but canceled over longer periods."
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IBM's Financial Situation, 2004.
Examines IBM's financial performance in 2002 and 2003.
1,695 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper looks at the causes IBM management cites for its steady decline in revenues in 2002 and why, in contrast, the first two quarters of 2003 have shown promise. The paper gives an economic profile of IBM for the years 2002 and 2003 and concludes with a positive economic forecast.
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"According to the balance sheet, IBM?s return on investment in 2002 was 10.27 percent. This is based on a Net Income of 3,579 million and 34,844 million in equity and long-term debt. However, this figure is misleading as IBM?s market capitalization far exceeds the value of the common stock listed on its balance sheet. In reality, the value of IBM?s equity is 150.44 billion, making the total value of capital approximately 170 billion, reducing ROI to approximately 2.1 percent. Finding comparables is difficult in IBM?s case, as it derives its income from both hardware and software. A comparable firm for software development would be Dell and Hewlett Packard, which are considered the industry leaders in computer manufacturing. The hegemon of software development is Microsoft, with over 90% of the market. Microsoft has a market capitalization of nearly 306 billion, although its earnings aren?t as strong as IBM?s as a percentage of share price. However, Microsoft doesn?t maintain any long-term debt."
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