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The Legalization of PotWhat would the Federal, state, and local governments do with an extra $40 billion each year? That is the amount of money spent on the War on Drugs each year-$1,271 per second spent on law enforcement, incarceration, and interdiction. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), 1,356,307 people have been arrested for drug law offenses as of October 22, 2013, including over 850,000 for cannabis violations. Of the marijuana arrests over 89% are for possession only. That information begs the question, "Is the U.S. winning the war on drugs?" If it is not winning, then perhaps the Federal government needs to consider some changes starting with the legalization of marijuana. The argument for legalizing marijuana arises from some unexpected sources, including economists and law enforcement officers. Legalizing marijuana would free up law enforcement resources, save the government billions of dollars, generate billions more in tax revenue, and severely curtail violence as |
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The Benefits of Technology in EducationTechnology has had an undeniable impact on society, especially education. Both teachers and students are using technology in the classroom more frequently than ever before. Technological advancements are also quite crucial to learners with disabilities. Though the substantial development of technology has affected education by classes becoming more dynamical between teachers and students with technology, some argue that these advancements will soon backfire. From online learning to interactive white boards to social media, technology continues to positively reshape the school experience. The progress of technology has had many positive effects and outcomes for education. Technology provides greater access to information, supports learning, and motivates and enhances students' self-esteem. Such positive technological advancements in education include the Internet, Encyclopedia Britannica, and the fact that other researchers are at the fingertips of the learner. These resources allow th |
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The Wife's Resentment by Delarivier ManleyA deliciously gruesome re-telling of a good girl gone bad tale, Delarivier Manley's The Wife's Resentment engages with 18th-century notions of female identity, sexuality, and criminality, using a subtle mixture of counter-arguments to successfully flip the early conventions on their heads. Through her (very appropriately named) heroine Violenta, Manley examines the lack of options and loss of power women of the 18th century faced in a unforgivingly patriarchal society that punished them for straying from the societal dictates of modest and chaste femininity. Violenta's fall from a reputed paragon of feminine virtue and subsequent turn to violent measures is portrayed as a fatal consequence of a flawed social system rather than, as was the belief of the time, a violence innate to the female body. Manley is, very clearly, refuting the accepted ideals of feminine passivity and the defenseless position in which a blind execution of such ideals leaves women. However, rather than launching |
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Gravity Hill and Weird CaliforniaIn the middle of nowhere, without signs marking the location's oddity, cars roll up a hill. These places, called gravity hills, reside as a source of mystery for many. How is it possible that a car can roll uphill, defying the laws of gravity? Perhaps the hill acts as a magnet; maybe the participant has an obscured view, or most likely the ghosts of children who died on that spot push the car. According to the article "Gravity Hill" on Weird California's website, the urban legend surrounding gravity hills consists of the belief that these children push the car to save the driver from their same fate (pars. 1-5). The urban legend of children pushing cars up a hill stems from a lack of scientific knowledge, misinterpretation of the situation on the part of the legend creators, and society's inability to accept that nature has duped them. The variations of this myth revolve around the force "pushing" the car and the circumstances |
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Creating Positive Verbal ClassroomsThere are many ways how to create a positive verbal classroom for children. For this assignment I choose the age group pre – k (4 to 5 years old). A positive verbal environment is one, in which children feel valued and appreciated. Adults create a positive verbal environment by interacting with children in ways that make the children feel valued and special. It is very important that a teacher knows and respects each child as an individual. I personally would greet each child every day and address him her by their name. Another big factor is to meet children with smiles, warm eye contact and supportive touches. Knowing the interests of each child can help me thinking of conversation openers and suggesting opportunities for participation in classroom activities. I would also use the children's interest as a basis for conversation and consider thei |
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John Milton and Satan in Paradise LostThe character of Satan is difficult to understand. According to Neil Forsyth, John Milton's Paradise Lost is "an epic poem about the origin of evil" (Forsyth). In Paradise Lost Milton portrays Satan as both a single and plural entity and the reader is left to wonder if Milton intends to portray him as good or evil; a hero or a villain. He often contradicts himself; in one paragraph Satan is viewed as good and in the next paragraph inherently evil. Milton goes back and forth portraying Satan as both the hero and the villain. When in hero mode Satan leads an uprising and revolts against God who in his opinion was a tyrant. He speaks of freedom and a better life. He makes the other angels (and the reader) believe they are being mistreated. He is a powerful spokesman and leader, and yet he often contradicts himself and seems to have conflicting personalities. He is a chameleon, a humbug, and a phony and yet, at times, we the reader want to believe him. Did Milton intend to portra |
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Watson's Theory of Human CaringNursing has a vast history, and throughout time nursing has adapted and grown to meet the needs of its people. There are some nurses whom are well known and even in history books. These nurses noticed something missing and attempted to fill that gap. Nursing theories came about to help close the gap. Because no two people are exactly alike the theories offer ways a nurse can identify and attempt to meet the needs of his or her patients. Jean Watson is one of those nurses who formed a theory to help fill in a missing piece and close the gap to help nurses assist patients with adapting to, and accepting changes in their health statuses. Born in West Virginia theorist Jean Watson has had a very distinguished career, as a nurse educator and researcher in the area of "human caring and loss" (Nursing Theories, 2012, p.1). Beginning her education with a BSN from University of Colorado in 1964, she then acquired her MS from there in 1966 and her PhD in 1973. She has traveled and st |
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Rhetorical Analysis - Silent SpringWhen Rachel Carson's Silent Spring was published in September 27, 1962, it triggered a storm of disputes over the use of chemical pesticides. Her book helped raise awareness for the environment, warn humans of the dangers of using pesticides such as DDT, preserve several plant and animal species, and make the atmosphere cleaner. Her intent in writing Silent Spring was to warn the public of the dangers related with pesticide use. Throughout her book are countless case studies documenting the harmful effects that chemical pesticides have had on the environment. Along with these facts, she explains how in many occasions the pesticides have done more harm than good in eliminating the pests they were supposed to destroy. Carson points out that many of the long-term effects that these chemicals may have on the environment, as well as us humans, are still unknown in addition to her report. The argument in Carson's Silent Spring led to the passing of environmental legislation and the establish |
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Gilman's The Yellow WallpaperWhen reading an essay or a short story people usually wonder if their expectations towards the end of the piece of literature under study, have any kind of effect on their mood and predictions. Nevertheless, they assume this it to be some piece of writing that they should not really care about, so why would they even have any feelings towards the ending? Actually the reader experiences such feeling as it is the author's responsibility to have the reader engaged, it can change their perspective by the end of the story. As seen in "The Yellow Wallpaper", by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, there is a woman struggling with her mental illness all throughout the story. Shockingly the husband nearly dies his wife's request for him to help her. Secondly, in Shirley Jackson's, "The Lottery" the events leading up to the so called "tradition", when the towns people all gathered together and randomly pick someone stone to death. The point of the event was by sacrificing som |
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Society in The Hunger GamesIn "The Hunger Games," the recently movie-adapted, best-seller novel written by Suzanne Collins, there lies the nation of Panem consisting of a shining Capitol and twelve districts surrounding it, one of in which the protagonist of this story, Katniss Everdeen, lives. There is one thing in this nation very different from this world we live in: there is a game, the Hunger Games, that Katniss further participates in by no choice, requiring its participants to hunt and fight for each other until the last one standing. This game is cruel in every way it seems to be. How could it possibly exist then? It has something to do with the social contract, where individuals sacrifice for the sake of a better society, like how every district gave up one boy and one girl of their own to obtain "peace". We gain for what we lost, fine and fair. That is what the social contract is all about. What is it that the people of Panem gain from the Hunger Games that they were willing to hand over 24 |
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Organized Crime in Mexico - The Los Zetas CartelIntroduction Organized Crime is a wide reaching phenomenon that can have a serious effect on every aspect of life. Today many countries are faced with the challenges of curbing the menace of organized crime and over the years some countries unfortunately have been stereotyped and given bad names because of the activities of these criminal groups. Mexico being the second largest economy in Latin America is no exception to these stereotypes, weak institutions which includes the police and judiciary as well as its proximity to the U.S made Mexico a perfect playground for criminal groups to thrive, it has a become a hub for the world most sophisticated drug network. Several drug cartels fight each for territories, some formed alliance while others splintered, these groups of cartel has over the years evolved, prominent amongst the cartels currently active in Mexico include the Los Zetas cartel, Sinaloa cartel, Juarez cartel. These Cartels today hold strong power in the territories they con |
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Critical Appraisal of Sepsis SyndromeProblem Statement Sepsis is a syndrome caused by systemic inflammatory response of the individual in an uncontrolled way with an infection. When there is delay in diagnosis, the clinical picture of a patient can worsen rapidly. Typically signs of sepsis manifest with nonspecific and subtle changes in vital signs such as tachypnea, tachycardia, or fever. Sepsis is the leading cause of non-cardiac related intensive care unit mortalities due to the multiple organ dysfunctions that can occur from sepsis (Saggy, 2013). It is estimated that ten percent of intensive care unit beds comprise of septic patients. 18 million new cases of severe sepsis are diagnosed each year worldwide with an estimated increase of one percent yearly. Given the alarming numbers of sepsis patients and the subtle changes that may indicate sepsis it is clear that a nurse with constant contact with the patient has a responsibility to aid in the reduction of sepsis by recognizing potential sepsis. Care can then be coord |
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The Tracy Morgan v. Wal-Mart CaseTracy Morgan is a famous actor-comedian best known for his stand up comedy acts. His first big breaks were made on "Saturday Night Live" and the NBC sitcom "30 Rock". He has starred in numerous blockbuster hits including "The Longest Yard" featuring Adam Sandler and also recently played the voice of Luiz in the animated movie "Rio."1 On June 7, 2014 Morgan was involved in a fatal six-car crash on the New Jersey Turnpike caused by a Wal-Mart owned semi. The semi, driven by Kevin Roper, rear-ended the back of Morgan's limousine bus, causing substantial physical damages to Morgan and the other passengers, resulting in the death of Morgan's fellow friend and mentor James "Jimmy Mack" McNair. 2 The case, Morgan v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc 14-cv-4388 (U.S. District Court, D.N.J., Trenton), has raised questions about Wal-Mart's employee regulations and safety practices. In response to Morgan's official Complaint, Wal-Mart has neither confirmed nor denied |
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Genetically Engineered BabiesWe are an extremely advanced and intellectual species. To this day, there has been no hard evidence of any other species more advanced than the human being. Just how did we get to where we are now? How are we different from our ancient ancestors? There are undoubtedly drastic differences between the archaic Homo sapiens and us. Each one of us is a witness and product of natural evolution. Humans have evolved tremendously within the last three hundred thousand or so years. While we may have left behind some of our physical abilities and hunting skills that our ancestors possessed, we have made up for it in brains and intelligence. Seeing how far humans have gotten, it would seem sensible to say that the path of evolution is not an unfavorable one. Humans have adapted to survive and have developed in a civilized way and have thrived. Darwin's theory of evolution seems to have held its ground. Now, as we explore new territory in science and technology and are capable of cloning and engine |
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The Dresses in VilletteCharlotte Bronte's Villette introduces Lucy Snowe, the novel's main character and narrator. Initially, Snowe may be presumed a trustworthy informant of events. As the novel progresses, Bronte challenges the relationship between the reader and Snowe by revealing Lucy's inconsistent descriptions of her acquaintances as her personal relationships with them change. Snowe is aware of her ability to withhold information from her reader and even refers to herself as a "personage in disguise" (Bronte 341). In the novel, Lucy Snowe cannot be relied upon as a dependable, trustworthy narrator. However, Lucy introduces many characters and provides perceptive insight in the characterization of these acquaintances and herself by the steady description of the clothing, mainly dresses, worn. In Villette, Snowe is the first character whose dress is described, "I saw myself in the glass, in my mourning-dress, a faded hollow eyed vision. Yet I thought little of the wan spectacle" ( |
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Democracy and Human RightsIn the article "Linking Democracy and Human Rights", David Beetham tells a very detailed comparison between Democracy and Human Rights. Democracy and Human rights have long been regarded as two separate political views. Democracy deals with an administration that involves ruling the people directly or indirectly through free voting (elections), while human rights deals with the rights that belong that to every single individual that is in a society. To date the separation between the two is no longer accepted, but rather they go hand in hand with each other. This paper will review Beetham's main arguments and highlights any assumptions that he uses to support the claim that Human Rights and Democracy goes together. Beetham begins this article by stating that Democracy and Human Rights did not always go together and that they were both viewed as two separate political points. This separation came about during the cold war period between the United States and USSR. This separation was |
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Process Analysis - Effective Study HabitsSome people never learn effective study habits in high school. So, they may struggle through their first semester of college. A student should figure out how he/she studies the best. Many people cannot create a quality essay at four in the morning with the music playing and the television on. Although poor study habits may cause the student to struggle, which results in unhappiness, he/she can become connected by joining clubs, music groups, or sports that will help a person make more friends while balancing their life, making them a happier student. So, students should get involved! School does not have to be just about schoolwork. One should find an activity that his school offers, and he/she should join if their schedule allows. Yet, some people have a harder time adjusting to school than other people and may feel that success is impossible. However, a student can be successful in many ways, such as by being on time for class, keeping an assignment notebook, and managing time. For |
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Machiavelli - Feared and LovedMachiavelli is a brilliant historical writer. He wrote pieces that many leaders throughout history have read, and have adopted his theories into their own rule. One of his greatest works The Prince, he states whether or not it is better for a leader to be feared or loved by his people. The answer to this question he states is both, he believes that it is best for a leader to be both loved and feared[Mac32]. However he also goes along to say that this is extremely difficult and most will not attain both therefore it is better to be feared. He also goes on to state that though being loved could be a good method of rule, a leader who is loved is much more vulnerable to revolt and being taken advantage of. Therefore being feared is much safer than being loved as when a leader is feared he still has the ability to make his/her people obey out of fear of what may happen if they are disobedient. A leader should be both feared and loved, however if this is not possible it is a better option to |
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Reality and Imagination in Allegory of the CaveIn my essay, I will discuss how Plato's Allegory of the Cave shows his philosophical views on reality versus imagination, and what they need to do to reach this clarification. Plato lived 427-327 B.C. Plato's mentor was Socrates, as he uses him in the Allegory of the Cave. Plato was a writer and a teacher who wrote in forms of dialogues. Plato believed that education is only directing student's minds towards what is important and real. For people to have clarification, they have to see things for themselves. He believed educated individuals have a fix on reality unlike the rest of us. The Allegory of the cave is a way of explaining what Plato is trying to get across to people by looking at appearance versus reality, and the steps leading to reality. He is talking to Glaucon and is telling a story to show what it is like to be a philosopher or a lover of wisdom. Plato's cave has people who are uneducated on theory of forms, chained, unable to move their heads or limbs, facing the w |
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Creon - The Tragic HeroAristotle wrote an analysis on tragedy called The Poetics. Aristotle's book on tragedy is "still considered one of the most important documents ever written" on tragedy (Aristotle). Aristotle outlines a tragic figure to have five characteristics. Aristotle's outline of a tragic hero can be found in Antigone. In Antigone, Antigone commits suicide after defying the kings law to follow her religion and burry her brother. Antigone, the king's son and the king's wife all commit suicide because of the kings decisions. The kings arrogance did not allow him to see that he was losing his family. In Antigone, the king, Creon can be considered a tragic hero because he meets all the characteristics of a tragic hero that Aristotle defined. In Aristotle's book, "The Poetics," a tragic figure possess five characteristics. The first of the five is the tragic flaw. The hero's tragic flaw is "a moral weakness in character" eventually leading to the "disaster" (Brown). The |
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Self-Fulfillment in The Green MileSelf-fulfillment is something that everyone is striving for at the end of the day. It is what completes our lives, and is the ultimate goal. Sometimes the fastest way to attain the feeling of self-fulfillment is by simply changing how we think. Changing how we think and our perspectives on life makes it much easier to become fulfilled. A great example is found in the film, The Green Mile. In the movie the character's thinking is changed drastically with the arrival of someone that can only be described as a miracle. Whether it be on judging someone by how they look, learning not to take your loved one for granted, or just taking a new interest in people. The characters in The Green Mile were changed for the rest of their lives, and most came one step closer to self-fulfillment. In "The Green Mile," the character that changed most in terms of how they think would have to be the protagonist Paul Edgecomb. Before the arrival of John Coffey on The Green Mile, which is the nick name for de |
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A Non-Coercive Teaching EnvironmentAs a future educator I would like to work with multiple subject students ranging third to sixth grade. However for the purpose of this paper and to help focus my beliefs of classroom management, I have chosen to discuss sixth grade. My basic beliefs for running a successful, positive, and supportive classroom is teaching students to have respect and be self-disciplined. Ultimately I would say I strive for my teaching style to be authoritative and the text explains it best. "These teachers are "primarily non-punitive" (Brown, 2004, p. 286) and rely on their relationships with students rather than on fear or punishment. However, they still "use an assertive demeanor when necessary to establish their authority as a teacher" (p. 286). This style, which combines caring with high expectations and an authoritative teaching style, is known as a "warm demander" (Gregory & Weinstein, 2008, p. 65). The ideal teacher sets limits, states expectations, enforces |
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Despotism During the Age of EnlightenmentThe enlightened despots during the age of enlightenment reflected many principles of the time, but at the same time they were effective in balancing their power with the ideals of despotism. A variety of documents from many sources will be used as support for the ideals of the enlightened despots and thereafter, it will be clear that in order to be an effective enlightened despot the three most important and impactful criteria must be met: allowance of religious freedom, assertion of power and the display of a reliable and responsible leader. Religious wars before the age of enlightenment were very common and extremely brutal. This eventually led enlightened despots to discover that these wars were detrimental to their society and its economy. This led them to the allowance of religious freedom and equality. Catherine the Great, a despot at the forefront of this issue said that she granted "...all foreigners coming into (the) empire the free and unrestricted practice of their religion |
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Human Interaction and CommunicationHuman interaction has benefited with perceptual understanding. Increasing progressive activity towards social equality. When we are involved in making our community better we give ourselves a sense of purpose. Barnlund and Bellah et al. present a common interest of communicative involvement and societal progress. Present day compromise is benefited from considerate communication between global societies. These acts of understanding and working together enhances global linking. Although diversity creates cultural boundaries between nations, through various types of communication the perception of one another is accepted; allowing the differences of individuals to be understood universally. This understanding allows diversity to be overlooked to help settle differences peacefully. Author of "Communication in a Global Village", Dean Barnlund, presents his beliefs on cultural perspectives and empathy to help find connections between different cultures. Making efforts to come to a |
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Soldiers and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Have you ever wondered why two soldiers who go through the exact same traumatic experience can have two totally different reactions to that experience, both short and long term? Doctors Alla Skomorovsky and Sonya Stevens certainly have, and together they have come up with some fascinating research on the mind of the average soldier. Having deployed myself, and knowing other people who have deployed, I found this article to be very interesting. Although my tour was very low-intensity compared to other's experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan, I can still relate (at least partially) to what goes through the mind of a deployed soldier. Dr. Skomorovsky's research looks very promising in identifying soldiers who may be high-risk for developing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and other related mental illnesses before they ever ship out for deployment. Dr. Skomorovsky designed a questionnaire that was taken by Canadian officer candi |
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