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The History of John Adams, 2008.
A review of the history of John Adams and his role in the US Declaration of Independence.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper discusses John Adams and states that he is regarded as one of the founding fathers of the United States, whose contribution to the reception and drafting of the Declaration of Independence was extremely significant. The paper continues by commenting that Adams was stubbornly independent of spirit and that his demanding conscience was truly his guide. The paper comments that his minor flaws were of little significance and history accepts that he played an invaluable part in the freedom and independence of America. In addition, the paper relates that John Adams should also be remembered because his contribution to the country went beyond the Declaration of Independence, as his dedication to his country never wavered. Lastly, the paper reminds us that Adams served with varying degrees of success as diplomat, ambassador, US Vice President, and US President.
Outline: Introduction
Early life and Education
Independence
Conclusion
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"The historical situation and the circumstances that the colonists found themselves in, made Adams more determined that there should be full independence from Britain. He felt this was the only way that true freedom could be achieved. However there as strong opposition to any firm break with Britain among many of the colonists. From a political point of view, in terms of the war against England, Adams realized that, " No foreign nation would send them assistance or even trade with the rebellious colonies if the colonies themselves did not declare their existence as an independent nation" . (McCullough)
As a chosen as the Massachusetts delegate to the Continental Congress Adams was part of the Committee of Five appointed to draw up the declaration of independence, largely due to the fact that he was a "well known leader in the fight for liberty," and because of the respect that he had achieved in his political and legal career. (Leopold) The other creators of the Declaration were: Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston, Benjamin Franklin, and Jefferson. (Leopold) Adams was to sit on 90 committees, including an all-important war committee. He also served as the de facto secretary of war during the Revolution."
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Michael Foucault and Abortion Law, 2008.
An analysis of abortion law through the lens of Michel Foucault's theories.
1,219 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper looks at how Michel Foucault's theories on power/knowledge might be used to scrutinize nations' abortion laws. The paper illustrates in detail how abortion law exemplifies power/knowledge/language relationships.
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"French 20th century philosopher-cultural theorist Michel Foucault's theories focus on relationships of human power to knowledge and discourses, and on manifestations of these in real life based on various (and varied) power dynamics - between and/or among individuals; institutions; and other entities. In fact, Foucault considers "the question at the center of everything" to be "what is power?" ("Strategies of Power: Michel Foucault" 41). "
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She Takes a Village, 2008.
A review of of the writer's opinion of Alan Gottlieb's book "She Took a Village".
1,265 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 42.95
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The paper discusses and reviews Alan Gottlieb's book, "She Took a Village", which took its title from Hillary Clinton's book, "It Takes a Village". The paper relates that Gottlieb's book was written during the time of speculation that Hillary Clinton would run for president at some point, and Gottlieb's book was largely an effort to forestall such an eventuality by raising all of the supposed scandals surrounding the Clintons, including a variety of unsubstantiated claims about criminal activity, fraud, drug-dealing, and even murder. The writer concludes that the basic details of Hillary Rodham Clinton's life may shape Gottlieb's book, but the reader learns little of fact about her or her husband and much more about the lengths to which conspiracy theorists will go to support their pet theories.
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"Most of the hints at charges in this book are of the same stamp, from Whitewater to the death of Vincent Foster. Gottlieb is rehashing a lot of new accounts and similar data, and authorities with far more experience and far greater resources looked into these various issues and found no evidence of Clinton criminality at all. As with most conspiracy theorists, Gottlieb finds the absence of evidence to be evidence in itself. The focus of this book is supposed to be on Hillary Rodham Clinton, but for much of the book, the focus is on the Clintons and their supposed secret gang of operatives who carry out their every whim."
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The Internet and Politics, 2008.
Investigates the impact of the Internet on politics, especially the Obama campaign.
1,225 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper relates that, as a result of the power of the 2004 election bloggers, most political campaigns today have an Internet strategy. The paper points out that the stratospheric rise of presidential candidate Barack Obama is a testimony to the power of the Internet and its ability to rally young people who do not belong to the formal party structures. The paper discusses the impact of the Internet on politics and political campaigns and suggests that that, because of the Internet, political power has shifted to the common hands of thousands of ordinary independent Americans bloggers.
From the Paper
"The Internet also provides a sense of control for those who feel powerless. Rather than merely consume political media, the Internet permits the individual to disseminate editorial material, unapproved of by the candidates, in an unedited form (unlike even a letter to the editor of a major newspaper). Yet this intense personalization, also suggests that one of the assumed positives about the political influence of the Internet, namely creating connections between like-minded people unrecognized by the system, might be doubtful."
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Access to Care, 2008.
An outline of Medicare, a publicly funded health insurance program in the US that gives health care coverage and access to those aged sixty-five and over.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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The paper discusses the origin of the US Medicare system and states that it was established in order to assist individuals with the costs of healthcare. The paper states the eligibility requirements, healthcare benefits and mentions the medication availability and insurance coverage. The paper concludes by highlighting the fact that as Medicare is a complex system it is important to educate the healthcare professionals on the coverage that is available.
From the Paper
"In 2006, prescription drug coverage was added to Medicare coverage as Part D. Any individual who is eligible to receive benefits under either Part A or Part B is automatically eligible to receive benefits under Part D. However, in addition, to be eligible for Part D coverage, an individual must first enroll in a stand-alone Prescription Drug Plan or the Medicare Advantage Plan that included prescription drug coverage. The plans are actually administered by private health insurance companies and are only designed and administered by Medicare. Further, unlike Medicare Part A and Part B, under Part D coverage is not standardized."
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Nuclear Terrorism, 2008.
Looks at the potential threat, reaction and response to a nuclear attack by a terrorist organization.
3,005 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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This paper argues that the possibility of a significant terrorist attack against the United States or its interest by a terrorist organization using such weapons of mass destruction as nuclear weapons is very real. The writer contends that, currently, the United States is grossly unprepared to defend against this very real and very dangerous threat. The writer also contends that the United States needs to restructure its approach to military defense strategies and thus develop a new strategy better capable of effectively preventing and managing these nuclear threats.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Threat
The Response
Preparedness
From the Paper
"The nuclear attack itself would be the first event in a long line of events, acting as the touching spark to set off a chain of events that would threaten to destabilize the global nuclear weapons regime, leading to fundamental and irreversible alterations to the global security system. Take as example the fact that a nuclear attack coming from a terrorist organization would leave immense casualties in its wake and be almost impossible to determine who was responsible, thus leveraging third-party provocation in the crisis to an unprecedented extent."
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Simon De Montford and Parliament, 2008.
A comparison of Simon de Montford's parliament and the old royal councils.
1,277 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper discusses Simon de Montford's position of power within parliament and his devotion to the common English citizenry. It discusses the main difference between Montfort's parliament and the old royal councils. The paper also shows how the conflict between de Montfort and the English Crown came to a very bloody end at the battle of Evesham.
From the Paper
"Finally, the conflict between de Montfort and the English Crown came to a very bloody end at the battle of Evesham, where de Montfort was killed by the armies of Prince Edward. Of course, King Henry III was utterly pleased and delighted with the news that de Montfort and his supporters had met their deaths at the hands of his army. However, in 1272, the king also died which led to the crowning of Prince Edward as king of England in August of 1274. In essence, Prince Edward had successfully "brought his father back to reign in all honor," yet as a reward for his defeat of de Montfort and his armies, Edward "took control of the whole management of the kingdom" and made certain that once things had settled down, all of the provisions of the Magna Carta of 1215 would be "properly observed" ("King Henry III," Internet)."
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After 9-11, 2008.
Looks at attitudes and events leading up to 9-11 and the changes in the U.S. after this terrorism.
3,220 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 92.95
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This paper states that 9-11 should not have been such a surprise because the country really should have expected that something like this would happen especially given the World Trade Center attack in 1992. The paper relates several reasons for 9-11, including the U.S. support for Israel, the U.S. failure to understand Islam and the first Gulf War. The paper also identifies responses to 9-11, such as attacking the terrorists wherever they can be found, the Patriot Act and other powers that the Bush administration have taken. The paper then examines the Patriot Act as the primary legislation designed in part to correct perceived lapses in law enforcement, to fill holes in security, to stop terrorists from getting the funding they need, and to alter certain laws in order to make the job of law enforcement easier in terms of fighting terrorism.
From the Paper
"The attitude that McAlister (2001) identifies is orientalism, the image of the "Orient" expressed as an entire system of thought and scholarship and as seen in popular media during any given era. McAlister writes well and has shaped her argument in a logical and chronological fashion at one and the same time. In the popular media, such an attitude serves as a kind of shorthand that also has pernicious effects. The use of the Arab as a villain seems to have increased in recent years in a way that shows that Americans have an antipathy to Muslims, fueled, no doubt, by certain events on the international scene."
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"Stupid White Men", 2008.
A report on the book "Stupid White Men ...and Other Sorry Excuses for the State of the Nation! " by Michael Moore, which is a critical discussion on U.S. government policies.
1,306 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 44.95
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The paper states that before making assumptions and applying critical thinking to any one of the topics from Michael Moore's book, "Stupid White Men ...and Other Sorry Excuses for the State of the Nation!" we need to make the observation that his work is a set of applicable solutions to problems that he identifies in the American society and political life. The paper says its more of a putting together of real facts and humorous comments, of permanently critical observations and hilariously inapplicable solutions. The paper conveys that many of these solutions are comical, either real ones or unreal ones.
From the Paper
"Third of all, some of the facts that Moore uses seem to be right down wrong. The US leads in terms of budget deficit, however, up to 2001, this was not true: the US recorded throughout the Clinton administration a positive budgetary balance. At this point, as a reader, I would have probably been more entitled to discover why it came about that this balance turned negative, under what circumstances and how this affected the US society. From all these perspectives, Michael Moore's book succeeds only occasionally to go beyond the stature of a comment book, a small satiric comment on US society, rather than a well-analyzed, documented critic of the US society."
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"Dirty Nuke" Terror Devices, 2008.
Examines the terror device called a "dirty nuke" known as a radiological dispersion device (RDD).
1,210 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that a "dirty nuke", a radiological dispersion device (RDD), is a combination of conventional explosives and radioactive material designed to scatter dangerous and sub-lethal amounts of radioactive material over a general area. The author points out that the consensus among experts is that that terrorists are more likely to use a "dirty nuke" rather than a conventional nuclear bomb because materials for this device are more accessible and it does not require as high a degree of technological knowledge to create as does a conventional nuclear bomb. The paper relates that, while not as destructive, a "dirty nuke" can create terror and destruction on a large scale.
From the Paper
"As experts point out, there is a great fear in the public perception of radiation and if a "dirty nuke" is detonated in a city the danger of contamination would mean that the inhabitants would firstly have to be immediately evacuated. This leads to another important reason why the terrorists would use this type of bomb; namely, that large-scale evacuations are extremely costly. However, the greatest damage would be the psychological rather than the radioactive fallout."
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Corruption and Integrity, 2008.
This paper explores the varying corruption levels in four countries on the Asian continent.
1,915 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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The paper discusses the yearly Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) of Transparency International that is a good benchmark of the corruption levels in countries around the world. The paper focuses on Asia's two least corrupt/high integrity countries, Singapore and Japan, and Asia's two most corrupt/low integrity countries, the Philippines and Myanmar. The paper explores the disparities in their CPI and explains that if there truly is political will, like in Japan and Singapore, corruption can be curbed. The paper then contrasts this to the Philippines and Myanmar where those in power aim just to propagate their power legacy and enrich their pockets at the expense of those they are supposed to govern.
From the Paper
"Globalization is not a truly new phenomenon in this day and age but rather has been with us since time immemorial. In fact, globalization is part and parcel of mankind's history since traders and merchants roam the land or sail the Seven Seas in search of unique goods or to trade/barter with others in far off lands. The difference with globalization then and now is the time and speed factors. Whereas before it could take months or years to travel and perform commercial activities with other nations; nowadays, it could be done in a matter of days, hours, minutes or even seconds. Thus, globalization changes the playing filed and the rules but throughout history, one constant has remained the same - corruption!"
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Disaster Management, 2008.
This paper explores the development of emergency plans for disaster preparedness, warning and relief.
3,801 words (approx. 15.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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The paper discusses the options that are available to companies to manage and prevent disasters whenever possible. The paper explains that developing advance-warning systems can prevent extensive loss to life and in some cases, precautionary measures can be undertaken to prevent damages to property. The paper also shows how the best defense humans have against natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, hurricanes and storm is public awareness and offering the public sufficient time for evacuation. Some aerial photos are included with the paper.
Outline:
Introduction
Tornado Trend Analysis
Confirmation of Fatalities and Injuries
Estimation of Damage to Homes, Business & Infrastructure
Debris Removal for the Purpose of Regaining
Taking Care of the People Impacted by the Tornado
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.) makes provisions for federal funds to be provided on a high priority basis to help mitigate hazards at local levels. In addition, the act also calls for identification and assessment of natural disasters that can disrupt the normal functioning of governments and communities, and adversely affect individuals and families with great severity. The act defines an "Emergency" as any occasion or instant for which, in the determination of the President, federal assistance is needed to supplement state and local efforts and capabilities to save lives and to protect property and public health and safety, or to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe in any part of the United States. (FEMA.gov, 2003)"
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