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Dawn Blair's "America 2014: An Orwellian Tale", 2008.
Reviews Dawn Blair's "America 2014: An Orwellian Tale",
which portrays a world that sequels the acclaimed novel by George Orwell "1984".
1,530 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper explains that Dawn Blair's "America 2014: An Orwellian Tale", along with George Orwell "1984", prophesies a world under the strict guidance of this totalitarian regime with a specific emphasis on the governing agents challenging American freedom. The author points out that these two writers present a real world understanding of how information control and the power of centralized governing authority can destroy our freedom and lead to totalitarianism. Using the Bush administration of the core example, the paper concludes that the most important lesson of these two books is that freedom cannot be confused with safety, and that the government's attempts to scare us into believing that they are one and the same must not succeed for if they do then we are in effect sacrificing our freedoms.
From the Paper
"The central method by which both of these books display subversion and control is through limitation of information and propaganda. In 1984, the information bureau controls all aspects of media and as a result, there is a mysterious war with another country that provokes citizens to fear and thus rely on the government. This is similar to the current strategy used by the Bush administration, where the War on Terror is used as the catalyst for media control. The central character of both novels works for the central bureau of propaganda and as a result, is exposed to the heart of this information and media control."
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Miami Police Department, 2008.
An examination of the history, development and role of the Miami Police Department.
3,272 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 93.95
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This paper examines the history of the City of Miami and the Miami Police Department. It looks at the way the department developed over time, how it is governed, how it is organized, and how it has responded to such issues as crime, terrorism, and community relations. The paper focuses on the ways in which the department is operated today.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History of Miami
The Police and the Community
Terrorism
Community Policing
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The NET plan meant a decentralization of municipal services down to the neighborhood level in mini city halls, which in turn fostered a team approach to the identification and resolution of problems. The original staff of each NET Service Center included an NET Administrator, a Service Center Representative, a Neighborhood Resource Officer (NRO), and a Public Service Aide, along with code enforcement inspectors for sanitization, and public works. Also, six of the Service Centers were augmented with job counselors. Representatives from different city departments were assigned to each NET Service Center, but the NRO was considered the key element to the success of the program (NET Concept, 2007)."
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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
From the Paper
"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.
From the Paper
"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.
From the Paper
"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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