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Military Health Care, 2008.
Looks at the debate around military health care.
1,095 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper explains that the development of programs to privatize military health care, in an attempt to cut costs has created much debate for the last ten years. The writer points out that the adequacy of availability for standard care as well as combat or on duty injuries and illness care is questioned all over the nation, as many individuals claim difficulty in access and high cost as barriers to receiving even the most basic care, including follow up care for injuries sustained in the line of duty. This problem is especially troubling to families left alone while a parent is serving in combat.The paper stresses that the danger of privatization is pricing soldiers, their families and veterans out of the system with co-pays and fees that exceed their ability to pay.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Discussion
Summary
From the Paper
"If such programs are cut, or if fees price these families out of the system, where they may have the coverage on paper but rarely use it because they cannot come up with co-pays and or deductibles to do so would be an even greater blow to the nation, and specifically to the millions of military families, living with very low compensatory wages, and previously guaranteed benefits, such as health care. If such care, loses it guarantee through budget cuts not only with the soldiers themselves be hurt, but their families will be further burdened."
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Leadership Styles in Venezuela and the USA, 2008.
An examination of the different leadership styles in Venezuela and the USA.
2,673 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper examines the alternative approaches in leadership in Venezuela and America. The paper explains that the notion of leadership has an extremely complex meaning and it implies anything from deciding upon the most insignificant issues up to making life threatening decisions. The paper looks at how Venezuela's leader is a controversial person, with numerous disclaimers and even more advocates. The paper then points out that Venezuela is a highly populist country that is divided between a few extremely wealthy individuals and great masses of poor people. The paper also examines how the United States of America is currently the world's largest nation, being run by the globe's most influential man: George W. Bush.
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Abstract
Leadership in Venezuela:
- Cultural Forces
- Economic Forces
- Technological Forces
- Political Forces
Leadership in the U.S.:
- Cultural Forces
- Economic Forces
- Technological Forces
- Political Forces
Conclusions
From the Paper
"Venezuela is a highly populist country. It is divided between few extremely wealthy individuals and great masses of poor people. However, the South American country possesses enormous resources - Venezuela is one of the 17 megadiverse countries of the globe - the revenues from exploiting those resources have failed to aid the poor. Many rulers have attempted to narrow the gap between Venezuela's poor and wealthy, but up until present times, they have all failed. The most frequently desire met amongst the country's population is that of alleviating the huge financial discrepancy between the two social classes."
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Freud on Revolution, 2008.
A study of Sigmund Freud's book, "Civilization and its Discontents," focusing on his theories on revolution.
975 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper examines Freud's book, "Civilization and its Discontents," and shows how Freud's theories of man's inherent aggressiveness agree with Karl Marx's philosophy. The author discusses Freud's beliefs about the psyche and the mind, and the polarities of Eros and the "Death Drive" in the history of civilization. The author finds that Freud's hypothesis of the cause of revolution in society can be seen in action today, and discusses the near prophetic nature of some of his writing.
From the Paper
"Freud also uses the book as a pulpit, if you will, for his own views on organized religion, which he considers the "future of an illusion," an essay he refers to often in the book. He believes that religion can help relieve individual neuroses, but in the end, there are better ways to find happiness in life. Thus, the book is his critique on society but also expresses his feelings about some elements of society and how they influence our lives, thoughts, and actions. The book is somewhat a look inside Freud as well as a look at the contemporary society of his time."
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Health Sector in Ghana, 2008.
This paper provides a research proposal for an extended security and privacy model for the health sector in Ghana.
5,339 words (approx. 21.4 pages), 23 sources, APA, $ 131.95
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In this article, the writer notes that many developing countries around the world are faced with the dual-edged sword of a "brain-drain" of their healthcare professionals who seek better economic opportunities in other countries as well as healthcare infrastructures that require substantive improvements to bring them up to date. The writer points out that the Republic of Ghana is faced with this precise set of circumstances as it struggles to overcome the historic legacy of colonialism and the same economic and social developmental issues that have confronted many sub-Saharan African nations in recent years. One technique that has proven effective in recent years in facilitating the delivery of quality healthcare services to a wide range of consumers is the use of so-called "smart cards." The purpose of the proposed study is to consider the introduction of so-called smart cards in public and private health service delivery in the Republic of Ghana today. To this end, a critical review of the relevant peer-reviewed and scholarly literature is presented, followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
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Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of Study
Importance of Study
Scope of Study
Rationale of Study
Overview of Study
Methodology
Preliminary Review of the Literature
Background and Overview
Healthcare Issues Confronting Developing Nations Today
Smart Cards and Healthcare Delivery
Privacy Considerations
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Many developing nations are faced with some enormous challenges and obstacles to development, particularly when it comes to the delivery of effective healthcare services. For instance, healthcare professionals have long emigrated from developing to developed countries in search of better professional and personal opportunities; in recent years, though, this trend has become even more pronounced. Chronic shortages of nurses, physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare practitioners around the world have fueled the migration from less affluent to more affluent countries, but also between poor countries and between wealthy ones as well. As a result, there is a growing global labor market for all types of professionals in health care today. Moreover, the globalization of the health-care labor market has had a profound effect on the ability of many national health-care systems to deliver vital services to their citizens. The most dramatic impact is being felt in the least developed nations, where there has been a tremendous increase in emigration."
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The Al Qaeda Organization, 2008.
An analysis of the background of Osama bin Laden and his development and structuring of Al Qaeda.
2,554 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper discusses the development and structure of the Al Qaeda Organization. It begins by describing the background of Al Qaeda's leader, Osama bin Laden. It then looks at how bin Laden set up the structure of the organization and how it functions today. The paper concludes that Al Qaeda represents one of the greatest threats to world security.
From the Paper
"Al Qaeda, as with many other terrorist organizations, has a much elaborated way of functioning. Almost every detail is severely controlled by its leaders, starting from funding, without which the organization's purposes could not be reached, until recruitment and training. Certainly the center element of Al Qaeda is played by its ideology, which is strongly against the expansion of Western powers towards the Muslim world. However strange it might seem Al Qaeda manages to attract supporters from all over the world, irrespective of their religion but united by the common hatred against US and Western countries. Still, the organization's center ideology is based on the Muslim religion and jihad, in which Al Qaeda finds explanation for its actions. However, the organization must be viewed as an extremist terrorist organization that does not represent the Muslim world."
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The Dawn of Warfare in the 'Epic of Gilgamesh', 2008.
This paper discusses the dawn of warfare in the ancient text "Epic of Gilgamesh", translated by M. G. Kovacs.
1,359 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 45.95
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The writer notes that the "Epic of Gilgamesh" is one of the most remarkable writings of the Babylonian ancient literature. Its main theme is the condition of man on earth as a mortal being. The writer discusses that the epic is centered on the relationship between Gilgamesh and Enkidu, the two legendary heroes and friends who pass together through initiating experiences. One of their most important heroic feats is the battle with Humbaba, the demon that guards the Cedar Forest, whom Gilgamesh eventually defeats. The writer notes that the episode of the battle with the demon is very significant for both the ancient and the modern interpretations of warfare. The writer maintains that, first of all, the battle of Gilgamesh against the demon is easily inscribed in the tradition of the battle of good against evil, common to most heroic epics, legends and myths. At the same time, though, modern interpretations of the passage arise when the wider context of the battle is analyzed. The writer concludes that the "Epic of Gilgamesh" has very interesting modern ramifications of meaning, mixed with the traditional epic storyline.
From the Paper
"The 'Epic of Gilgamesh' is a very profound text, which must have had great importance for its contemporary audience. First of all, the traditional battle of good against evil is emphasized throughout the epic. Also, the wars fought by the two friends together emphasize the classic theme of the quest for immortality. The warfare was not at the time done with the aid of any great technology. The braveness of heroes, the help of a beneficial god, such as Shamash in the text, the perfect communion between the two heroes, such were generally the main reasons why the battle was won in a classic epic. Thus, in the text, the episode of the battle against Humbaba describes the way in which the god Shamash raised all the winds to help Gilgamesh win the battle against the demon .. "
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The Disabled, 2008.
Looks at the economic, human and social capital of the disabled.
1,515 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper explains that, traditionally, disabled people have been marginalized and discriminated against not only in the workplace, but also by agencies, such as healthcare facilities, which are meant to help them. The paper then explains that, on the other hand, significant progress, including legislation, has been made in the effort to help disabled people integrate into society. The paper stresses, however, that this is not enough. Rather than claiming to treat them equally, the workplace and healthcare agencies should be investigated and work together in order to provide for the specific needs of the disabled.
From the Paper
"James H. Rimmer (1998) agrees to some extent. According to this author, there has been very little study on how to promote the health of people with disabilities. Indeed, while improvements have been made in health promotion for the general population of the United States, very little has been done to do the same for disabled people and their needs.
"Part of the reason for this is the emphasis on disease and disability prevention rather than addressing the disability once it is there."
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Globalization and Nuclear Terrorism, 2008.
This paper looks at the increasing risk of nuclear terrorism in a flat world.
767 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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The writer looks at globalization in a flat world as described by Thomas Friedman who outlines a situation that is even more dangerous than a time when only nation states had access to nuclear technology. In this article, the writer discusses that today, geopolitical conflicts based in ideological differences combined with the economic realities of globalism have given rise to a situation where the destructive power of nuclear weapons may soon no longer be confined to nation states. The writer maintains that it is a problem of such proportions and magnitude that its importance dwarfs the relative importance of nearly every other conceivable problem. The writer concludes that there are grave consequences of failing to control the global economy more effectively and of failing to increase our financial assistance to those regions where poverty rather than ideological sympathy for terrorists, motivates cooperation between those with access to nuclear material and those who wish to attack the United States.
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Background and History of the Problem
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"The Cold War bankrupted the Soviet Union by demanding so much economic investment that ordinary Russian citizens lived a perpetual life of extreme deprivation. Even the vast Russian military eventually was unable to pay many of its career soldiers and the many scientists and technicians responsible for safeguarding its nuclear facilities and materials. Since the end of the Cold War in 1990, many of its nuclear facilities have been shut down, but not reliably secured. As a result, vast amounts of highly enriched Uranium is susceptible to theft for sale on the international black market. Even the nuclear scientists and technicians still employed in the Soviet Union earn significantly less than what would be considered minimum wage in this country and therefore, have tremendous incentive to use their access to nuclear materials to supplement their incomes. "
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Intelligence Community, 2008.
This paper discusses intelligence operations in particular with regards to terrorism.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that the Intelligence Community established through the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 represents the institutional response to the new threats encompassed by recent developments in the world and the new challenges facing national and international security. The writer maintains that it is rather hard to ascertain the degree in which restructuring of the intelligence services is successful or not. The writer concludes that any positive result implies the prevention and deterrence of terrorist actions and nuclear unrest, while the negative results would manifest through a remake of the 9/11 attacks or the escalation of tensions between states around the world.
From the Paper
"Secondly, the Intelligence Community in the US had to face the evolving situation nuclear proliferation projected. In this sense, it is important to underline the simmering threat a developed North Korean nuclear program represents for the international community. Also, states such Iran, India, Pakistan have been continuously undergoing nuclear activities from which terrorist factions could benefit taking into account the unstable or even weak state authority present in the respective countries."
"Thirdly, in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, homeland security became an issue that had to be addressed by all the segments of the Administration with attributions in the field. A wider and more organized approach was vital for the establishment of a well structured security framework that would allow US citizens to exercise their rights in a free of fear internal environment."
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The Saudi Arabian Economy, 2008.
Examines problems of the Saudi Arabian economy especially in financing small and medium sized-enterprises (SMEs).
1,515 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper explains that, although Saudi Arabia appears to be wealthy, the nation's economy is dependent upon a singular natural resource, oil. The paper points out that Saudi's declining oil revenue to population ratio is creating a budgetary deficit in which the state cannot invest enough in the private sector to employ its many out-of-work young people. The paper then explains that, to truly create a strong economy, small and medium sized-enterprises (SMEs) must become the backbone of the new Saudi economy. Thus, Saudi Arabia is attempting to create a business environment friendlier to SMEs.
From the Paper
"The most obvious states suffering this 'rentier state' syndrome are those of the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia. The Middle East is rich in oil, and the world's near-universal dependence on this fossil fuel for economic survival has enriched many of the nations of this politically troubled region. But oil wealth has also served as what might be called a 'crutch' and actually impedes these nations' future development by providing a disincentive to innovate and to explore other industries."
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