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People for the American WayPeople for the American Way is a non-profit organization that advocates the rights of the American citizen in terms of political democracy, as well as economic freedom. Also known by their initials PFAW, in 1981 one Norman Lear found the group, Congresswoman Barbara Jordan and other business, civil rights, religious and civic leaders (Our Mission and Vision 25). The founder Norman formed the group due to what he called divisive rhetoric from other televangelists. He felt that they were dividing Americans on numerous issues, and he felt he had to do something about it. It is summed up in their vision statement which argues that the group is about promoting a vibrant, diverse democratic society that every American is considered an equal partner. Equality in law, opportunities and participation on national issues is their target. They continue to argue that their vision is to ensure that America respects diversity, able to nature and promote creativity, as well as combat hatred and narrow |
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The Perfect StudentIndependence, studying, exams, parties, sororities, and fraternities are just a few of the influences a college student may have to balance to be successful. The perfect college student can be studious enough to get good grades and social enough to decompress after long study hours. In order to succeed, a student needs the set of skills they learn from high school. Some of these skills consist of good study habits, and time management. A perfect student will work hard, have impeccable self-discipline and time management skills. There is more pressure in college, and there are other influences that can derail a student's education and life. Students who have the best set of skills, and grades can fall into the party scene. Good grades are not all you need to be a perfect student. Any student can fall victim to the pressures and temptations of college life, and some of these students are valedictorians in your high school class. She was a four point student and class president from a pr |
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ISIS and the Rise to PowerBeheading is the act of removing one's head with a sword or axe as a form of capital punishment dating back to the Roman Empire. Seen as a relatively cheap and practical method of execution, its popularity grew until the notice of its inhumane ways due to the extreme blood spurts from the severed arteries. Nevertheless, it's beginning to reclaim its former popularity today throughout the Islamic world due to a portions belief of opposing culture(s) "contaminating" their culture of Islam, particularity Western culture as in the United States. The Hizballah, a Shia militia group has taken it as far as labeling United States as "the Great Satan" as being seen as the foremost corrupting force. To counter the opposing customs, the portion uses radical Islamic organizations such as The Hizballah and Al Qaeda to fight using Jihads (holy warriors) and terrorism as main instruments of persuasion. In addition to the two radical institutions above given, another group recent |
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Hispanic-Americans, Race and Community"Racism is like cancer. It's never totally wiped out; it's in remission" (Nelson, 2008, para. 1). There are several different races, nationalities and cultures that surround my entire community. Although the racism against Hispanic Americans in my community is not as harsh as it once was, it is however still in existence as we are still considered the minority race and sometimes still discriminated against. Pueblo is known as a "blue collar" community because of the Colorado Fuel and Iron mill, also known as the CF&I steel mill. When the workers of the steel mill could no longer commit to the stoop labor required to take care of their crop farms, they invited my ancestors back into our community to fulfill the demand of crops needed from their farms. As time went on, my ancestors were used to pick specialty crops on a seasonal basis and were paid well below minimum wage with no benefits at all. Being that my ancestors were working here in the "blue collar community |
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Global Abortion LawsAfghanistan Legalization of abortion can prevent the unnecessary suffering and death of women. In many countries, like Afghanistan, women still go to prison for having an illegal abortion and is not allowed even in cases of rape or when the pregnancy endangers the life of the woman. The other hand some countries they all have different perspective on abortion laws; some believe its ok in case it affects the woman's health and in other countries that are religious believe it is wrong. They believe it is against their religion to kill a child that has not been born yet. Abortion remains a controversial topic in today's society. While some support the right of the mother to choose what to do with her body, others support the right of the fetus to live. By examining the legal issues of abortion, it is easy to see why this is not an issue with a simple solution. One of the legal issues of abortion revolves around the rights of the pregnant woman. Since pregnancy places a toll on a woman and |
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Chemical Senses - The Sense of SmellOne of the main aspects in having a delicious dinner is being able to smell the food you are eating. Our sense of smell is what helps us differentiate one food from another, whether is be sweet, salty, savory, or bitter. Our senses of taste and smell help us experience the world on a molecular level. Even though our mouths, our tongues mostly, provide some aspects of our tasting ability, it is our sense of smell that allows us to be able to experience all of the different flavors that are out there. When we sniff a food, small airborne molecules travel up into our nose, most are sucked in to our lungs; however there are some that sneak through and attach to the neurons called the olfactory epithelium; these are located at the top of our nostrils and they contain about 5 million receptor cells of which there are more than 350 different types. One particular odor will stimulate a number of receptor types that will create a pattern of activity that is distinctive of that particular odor. |
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Understanding the Concept of LoveLove is something we all experience in one way or another. Some of us don't feel romantic love and are fine with platonic love. These people are not broken nor are they going against nature, as some might say. Others of us express our romantic feelings through our actions, thoughts, and interactions with others. There is no right or wrong way to express your love. First, love is expressed through our actions. Whether it be hugging or even just listening to someone. You can show your love through the little things. Such as a friend listening to your rant and then helping you through your emotions. Or a couple who help each other whenever they need it. If you truly are in love with someone your actions will show it. It could be taking someone to a concert of their favorite band. Or doing something they love even though you don't really like it. For example friend A loves XYZ band. Friend B finds that band kinda boring however they still make sure |
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Theories of Corporate Social ResponsibilityIntroduction The arena of corporate social responsibility displays to have become more important around the world today. The character of corporation and the approach it is perceived by community has gone through numerous changes throughout the past. Over time, an improved consciousness of the impact of businesses and its relations with social and environmental issues have been developed till today. Corporations are now pleased to some definite responsibilities in the community where they are running. The laws, rules and regulations are most elementary responsibilities that businesses have to follow under. But do all the people in community have known the meaning and understand the concept of corporate social responsibility. What is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR?) There are different definitions and assumptions of corporate social responsibility which applies depending on state and circumstances. In one state CSR may be perceived as an initiative on a voluntary basis while in |
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The Concept of Belonging in PoetryBelonging is the term used to describe an individual's actions, often resulting in a sense of security, inclusivity, acceptance and conformity. In most instances, a certain place can help enhance these sensations, often playing an important part in contributing to a sense of belonging. In Peter Skrznecki's poem, "10 Mary Street," the persona describes his disconnection with his family and home life. Similarly, in "St Patrick's College," the persona speaks of his personal disconnection with his school life, as he felt disengaged with the area, as well as his classmates. Parallel themes of a lack of belonging are presented in John Marsden and Shaun Tan's book "The Rabbits," in which he metaphorically describes the British's colonisation of Australia using animals. The texts convey the significance of belonging through various visual and literal techniques. In "10 Mary Street," the persona describes his lack of belonging with his home and it's surroundings, as well as his family in Regents Park. He recounts the house's surroundings in the first stanza, when he describes the nearby factory, 'as always burning down.' This memory was prese |
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Health Care in Kuwait1. Abstract The purpose of this research is to explain the problem of the health system of Kuwait which has the phenomena of relying on foreign medical staff which is typical for small countries with highly developed economies, especially the oil rich ones in the Persian Gulf; Qatar, United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. The state of Kuwait has recognized the problem and is about to start the Kuwaitization of medical staff. My hypothesis is that the increase in demand for medical services results by increase of non-Kuwaiti health professionals, which shatters the stability and quality of the Kuwaiti health sector. I hypothesize that increase in demand is an outcome of fast economical development, which brings up the conclusion that the growing economy in Kuwait is a cause of the large number of non-Kuwaiti doctors and medical staff. My hypothesis were confirmed with the results of survey, where is visible the recognition of the problem. 2. Introduction Ever since its discovery of oil and |
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Evolution of Education: Males and FemalesSex differences in education are a type of sex discrimination in the education system affecting both men and women during and after their educational experiences. There was an extreme gender gap in education, where women didn't even have the pleasure of going to school. Women took the role of housework: cooking, cleaning, and sewing; marrying a husband; and taking car of the children: making sure they're well fed, cherished, and nurtured. If women were any bit of educated, they would be educated through homeschooling and their teacher would most likely be a male. Also, mostly wealthy families could afford homeschooling. Obviously, over time things change and there's an evolution whether it's our world changing through our advances in technology, people and their fashion senses or music from classical to pop. There's also an evolution of education, which gives more access to women than ever before. Education is the intergenerational transmission of knowledge. Education in its general s |
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Case Observation and InterviewBill is a fourteen-year old male and a freshman in High School. He has a messy appearance and does not seem as if he is in good health. He tells me that he is under a lot of stress and isn't sleeping or eating well. Over the course of our discussions I have found out that Bill's mom seems to be very depressed over the death of her husband. She basically sits in a rocking chair facing her apartment window waiting for her dead husband to come home. Bill is exhibiting depression and has no support from his mother, as she too is depressed. According to the Biological Approach, which looks at our genetics to construct a reason why we act the way we do and why we develop abnormal behaviors; Bill may have depression due to it running in the family. His environment is a sad one and his mom is not coping with the death of his dad, and continues to hope that he will one day return. Bill does not have the support from his mom to help him with school, feelings, or day to day duties. When talking |
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Reclaiming the EnlightenmentIn "Reclaiming the Enlightenment: Toward a Politic of Radical Engagement," author Stephen Eric Bronner emphasizes the connection between the Enlightenment ideas and contemporary society and the need for modification in the way of presenting the Enlightenment ideas. He presents this argument through the critique of the book Dialectic of Enlightenment written by Max Horkheimer and Theodor Adorno. By inserting his arguments into the critiques, Bronner points out the urgent need to reify the metaphysical concepts under a contemporary social context. First of all, as Bronner states in the preface, the Enlightenment still retains overarching importance in the twenty- first century. Although twenty- first century development regarding capitalism, consumerism, and bureaucracy has threatened Enlightenment ideals of "cosmopolitan intolerance, economic justice and democratic accountability," they still hold a crucial position in the development of modern politics (Bronner x). |
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Childhood Literacy, Education and TechnologyLiteracy, as defined by Merriam-Webster, is the ability to read and write. According to the National Adult Literacy Survey, as many as 23% (40-44 million) of the adult American population is functionally illiterate, lacking the basic skills beyond a fourth-grade level. The more devastating fact is that illiterate adults were first illiterate children, and in a country as advanced as America, that is unacceptable. The opinions as to the cause of high illiteracy rates amongst children in America are many. While there are just as many opinions regarding the best solutions to increasing literacy in children, one of the most powerful solutions lie in the relationship between educational and technology. The use of electronic technology in education is a fundamental necessity in increasing literacy in children. Electronics in education are used to improve both the learning and teaching experience of the student and teacher, respectively. Although many school systems across the country are a |
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Fatalism in Shakespeare's MacbethThroughout many of Shakespeare's plays and tragedies, he uses philosophical views of fatalism. In one of his plays, ¬Macbeth, the protagonist tried to achieve something he was not meant to obtain at the time being, thus leading to his horrid fate. Since he altered the balance of nature, Macbeth could not change his destiny. Fatalism is a philosophical view that emphasizes the servitude of events and actions to fate. The main idea of fatalism revolves around the belief that we humans, are powerless to do anything that we actually want to do, including the fact that man has no power to override the future along with his own actions. According to Daniel Dennett, "Fatalism is the rather mystical and superstitious view that at certain checkpoints in our lives, we will necessarily find ourselves in particular circumstances (the circumstances 'fate' has decreed) no matter what the intervening vagaries of our personal trajectoriesIt is widely agreed that this sort of fatalism ha |
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Computerized Brain TrainingThe common belief that regular use of computerized brain training tasks improves cognitive function lacks empirical evidence. Based on this belief the BBC TV program "Bang Goes the Theory" took part in a six week online study. 11,430 applicants chosen were required to do a prior assessment before being allocated into groups. This prior assessment involved four tests that were vulnerable to changes in cognitive function in health and diseases. The tests measured, reasoning, verbal short term memory (VTSM), spatial working memory (SWM) and paired associates learning (PAL). Based on the applicant's scores they were then randomly allocated to one of three groups, the first two groups being experimental and the third being the control group. The applicants then went to practise brain training tasks online for at least ten minutes per day, three times a week for six weeks. Group one had six training tasks, which emphasised reasoning ability, planning and problem solving. Group tw |
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German Artist Albrecht DürerAlbrecht Dürer, is an artist who was born in a place close to the lands I grew up, in southern Germany I would sometimes see buildings from the 16th century in the old parts of the city's and I could image the amount of inspiration he felt from the beauty of the lands; However Durer's art work seemed somewhat chaotic, but threw those crazy images I can see backdrop and sky's that remind me of the beautiful open spaces of my homelands. German art has developed in many different ways since the High Renaissance; this artist was very influential throughout Europe from a very early age during the 16th century. He was famous across Europe at the age of 20 which I find miraculous considering there was no social media, so painting and engraving was spread at a much less efficient rate even though the printing press was already invented. The research process for me was eye opening, from the book "The World of Dürer" at the sierra college library to the internet, some of the imagery |
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The French Health Care SystemThe French health system is a universal care system of which many countries, including the United States envy and idolize. France runs under a system known as the National Health Insurance Program (NHI). The NHI was established in 1945 and has since seen many revisions and modifications. In the original system, care was only offered to salaried workers and those whose wages were considered too little. In 1945, the NHI was offered to all commercial and industrial workers, regardless of their wage. In 1961, agricultural workers were added to the coverage, and in 1966, independent professionals and entrepreneurs were added. Today, healthcare is now offered universally to any legal French resident under a universal coverage plan called la couverture maladie universelle (universal health coverage). There are various units of the system that take care of the costs of care. Social Security in France is divided into four branches: pensions, family benefits, health insurance, and workman's com |
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Songs of Innocence and of ExperienceWilliam Blake's illuminated book, "Songs of Innocence and of Experience," consists of a collection of poems illustrating the two opposing facets in life – innocence and experience. Blake's poetry demonstrates the inevitable evolvement from the joyful innocence of childhood to a despairing world of experience through a sense of parallels, which reflects upon the expression "there is no progression without contraries". In the three sets of poems, "Infant Joy" and "Infant Sorrow", "The Chimney Sweeper", and "Nurse's Song", Blake explores the two disparate but connected perspectives of our human lives through vivid concrete imagery, powerful abstract symbols, and ingenious juxtaposition. In the poems "Infant Joy" and "Infant Sorrow", Blake depicts two different aspects of childbirth and the relationships between the child and the parents. In "Infant Joy", the poem represents the celebration and joy felt |
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Korematsu Vs. The United StatesThe ruling made by the Supreme Court in the Korematsu vs. United States was a decision that unconstitutionally denied rights to the Japanese Americans and implies rights can be given or taken away based on race. In the Declaration of Independence, rights are inalienable and cannot be taken away. This court case suggests the contrary. President Roosevelt created an executive order that isolated Japanese Americans which goes against what the United States Constitution states. Korematsu challenged it and ended up in the Supreme Court. Sunday, December 7, 1941 was called the "date that will live in infamy," because of the massive effect it had on the entire United States and its citizens, both those of Japanese descent and those who were not. On this date, the Japanese attacked the Pearl Harbor military base in Hawaii. After this event occurred, the United States joined the Allied Powers, consisting of Great Britain and the Soviet Union, and declared war against Japan. This eve |
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Maya Angelou on Aloneness"We allow our ignorance to prevail upon us and make us think we can survive alone, alone in patches, alone in groups, alone in races, even alone in genders." – Maya Angelou. Now imagine a scenario where one man is isolated from the rest of society, having to accomplish all his daily tasks by himself. Slip into this man's shoes and wonder how it would feel to live a life such as his. Such is this emotion a reader goes through from reading Alone by Maya Angelou. Maya Angelou is a prominent contemporary poet that was well-known for poems such as I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings and On the Pulse of Morning. As an African American woman born in the early 1900's, Maya Angelou went through many hardships during the course of her life and often shares her experiences of those sorrows in her works. In the poem Alone by Maya Angelou, Maya Angelou does not simply make the point that no one can make it through in life alone, but does so in such an impactful manner that she is able t |
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The Benefits of Clean EatingClean eating should be a priority for all Americans because of increased health problems associated with common additives found in our everyday foods. Undoubtedly, every person in this country on any given day knows of individuals who are dieting, trying to eat healthier or doing it themselves. The desire to live a healthier, longer, more active lifestyle is a common goal in 2015. Unfortunately, many individuals have no idea what they are putting into their bodies while they pursue their goals. The key to a healthy life is simply clean eating. Ironically, it might not seem so easy in today's world. With the need to produce more and better food more efficiently came Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), "a process by which scientists manipulate DNA in a way to give a plant or animal a trait that it did not have before" (King 28). With this process, producers are able to increase their yields as well as modify production qualities such as making a plant resistant to pesticides, viruses, or herbicides. What many may not know is the adverse effects that GMOs may potentially have on their health. This is due to the United States bein |
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The Republic and Allegory of the CaveAllegory of the Cave comes from book VII of Plato's best know n work: The Republic. In "The Republic," Plato speaks of good and justice and the story of the cave relates directly to that. The Allegory is still useful and relevant in today's world. It speaks of the influence that the media and government have over the people. Although the media greatly influences decision making it is truly the up to person to decide if the media is correct. The Allegory directly relates to how media influences political decision making because people are surrounded with the media's influence everyday. Plato's Allegory of the Cave begins by describing how people are chained in a cave. They have lived in this dark cave since birth and know nothing else. These people are unable to stand or move their head from side to side or turn it at all, they can only face forward. They have only the shadows on the walls to see and believe that the shadows are the only real things in this world. What they do not re |
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The Road to SuccessIn order to be successful in life, you must make goals and aspirations for yourself. I want to become vocal professor in the future. The musical work field is a hard occupation to maintain. It's very competitive and people constantly get laid off. The steps I will need to take in order to ensure my future are to earn a college degree and plan ahead. Some people say that college is unnecessary for people who are trying to pursue the arts. They say that pursuing art requires no postsecondary education. In Michelle Singletary's article, "Not All College Majors are Created Equal," Singletary proclaims that students should rethink before choosing a major to pursue in college because certain fields of work are hard to be successful in, unless you've been preparing yourself for that career since you were in high school. She provides evidence on which majors are more likely to have a higher paying career out of college and which majors have the highest unemployment rates. Singletary |
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An Interdisciplinary Understanding of ChildhoodIn the recent years, many disciplines have focused on understanding childhood. Researchers from psychology, sociology, human development, religious studies, and other disciplines have sought to analyze childhood. However, the fact that all these disciplines have held varying perspectives without the existence of a childhood studies as a core subject of study like feminism. This has limited the possibility of addressing research in childhood as a central subject of knowledge. Evidently, these disciplines have embarked on research, yielding interesting findings that have served to shed light on the need for a scholarly approach of childhood as a subject the way feminism has received attention. This paper will highlight the different disciplines that have made effort towards describing childhood and highlight their current contribution. For a long time, childhood did not receive the appropriate attention despite the fact that it is a phase of life experienced by everyone. Different disci |
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