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Population and the Environment, 2008.
This paper discusses the ecological impact of species' and humans' population growth.
744 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 26.95
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The paper describes community interactions between and among species that affects their continued viability. The paper then discusses how human activity and population growth alters global resources and other fundamental ecological elements of the biosphere far beyond the ability of any other species. The paper paints a picture of how humans contribute to the depletion, destruction, erosion and other dramatic changes to the ecological environment that are detrimental to nonhuman species, as well as to future generations of human beings.
Outline:
Population Growth, the Environment, and Community Interactions
The Effects of Human Activity on the Environment
From the Paper
"In principle, the relationship between population size and the environment is very simple and equally direct. Living organisms consume natural resources to provide for their energy needs. The specific mechanism through which they accomplish this vary substantially: some organisms consume other living organisms; some consume only other organisms' waste products, or scavenge their left-over consumables; still others manufacture their energy by synthesizing energy from sunlight and elements occurring naturally in the gaseous atmosphere."
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The Death Penalty, 2008.
This paper argues in favor of the death penalty, using the article "Should the Death Penalty Be Abolished?" "No." by Ernest van den Haag.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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In this article, the writer introduces and analyzes the topic of the death penalty in America. Specifically, the writer discusses why the death penalty should not be abolished, making use of the article "Should the Death Penalty Be Abolished?" "No." by Ernest van den Haag. The writer argues that the death penalty can help deter crime, and since it is used for the most heinous of crimes, it sends a clear message to criminals that murder will not be tolerated in society. The writer concludes that the death penalty should not be abolished because it is a valid form of punishment in an increasingly violent society.
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"There are many societies that punish crime by a like punishment, for example, in many Arab countries a thief is punished by losing a hand. Some people compare this to the death penalty, and maintain it is cruel and unusual because it perpetuates that "eye for an eye" type of punishment. However, some crimes are simply so heinous and violent that no other type of punishment seems valid. A person who violently murders an entire family, or a child, or a pregnant mother deserves to pay the ultimate price for their crimes. They took a life, and they should pay with their life, because it seems to be the only way to truly punish them for their deeds. A good example is Timothy McVeigh, who was convicted of the Oklahoma City Federal Building bombing. He killed over 160 innocent adults and children, and received the death penalty for his crime. In addition, he did not fight or appeal the penalty, and was eventually executed for the crime."
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NATO Vs. United Nations, 2008.
An argument for the use of NATO and other alliances to counter international terrorism.
1,047 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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The paper argues that because the United Nations has proven itself an ineffective peacekeeping force and has exercised zero ability to confront terrorism, NATO and other alliance forces should be charged with preventing and combating world terrorism. The paper points out that Europe and the United States must be prepared to seriously deal with global terrorism through NATO and only then will NATO take on a useful role in the modern world.
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"The increased use of terrorism to attack foreign nations has increased during the last decade at an alarming rate and on an even more alarming scale of destruction. Following the September 11, 2001, attack on the United States by organized terrorists, and because the United States' response to that attack has since itself come under world scrutiny and criticism, the time has arrived for the world community to take decisive action in coming to agreement on how, and by whom, action should be taken to prevent and to respond to acts of terrorism."
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Sustainable Development, 2008.
An argument against the predictions of the Club of Rome in 1972 and those of Thomas Malthus regarding sustainable development.
1,021 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper argues that concerns about warming, resource depletion, global poverty and starvation are generally self-correcting and a natural part of progress. It suggests that the world is naturally stable, and there is little that we can do to enhance stability regardless of which policies we pursue. The paper discusses the earlier predictions of the Club of Rome in 1972 and those of Thomas Malthus (1766-1834). It also briefly looks at the economic thought of two economists, Karl Marx (1818-1883) and Milton Friedman (1912-2006).
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Malthusians and Marxists: Commonalities of Thought
Gaps in Malthus and Marxist Ideology
Modern Malthusians and Marxists: The Club of Rome
The Reality: Resources are Expanding
What about sustainability?
Conclusion
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"Simply put, the Club of Rome was wrong. Since 1972, population has indeed carried on rapid growth, but per-capita incomes have risen even faster. From 1972, when China and India could not feed their populations, both have become food exporters. The Club of Rome made the same mistake as their "limited world" predecessors, Malthus and Marx. They thought of people as reactive automatons, unable to change their behavior or their consumption. The Club of Rome should have known better. The "Green Revolution," which increased the world's production per acre of grains by a factor of five, had started in the 1960's. The Chinese peasant, allowed to farm 1/2 acre and sell his produce since 1965, had increased overall Chinese food production by 30% by 1972."
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California Health Care: An Article Review, 2008.
A review of the article "Uninsured Working Immigrants: A View From California County" by N. Ponce, R.J. Nordyke and S. Hirota.
764 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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The paper explains that the purpose of the article "Uninsured Working Immigrants: A View From California County" was to inform the design of State efforts to provide health insurance to uninsured working immigrants. The paper examines the study design, the literature review, what the study measured and its data collection methods. The paper then looks at the study's data analysis and the authors' discussion and conclusion.
Outline:
Introduction
Body of the Article: Study Design
Literature Review
Measurement
Data Collection Methods
Analysis
Discussion and Conclusions
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"The Pew Hispanic Centre estimated in March 2005 that the illegal population in California had been 2.4 million people in 2004. This figure shows that there is huge potential in the impact which the immigrant population is likely to have on the health care businesses and systems in California. As a result there have been calls by many to reform these systems and protect the system (Passel, 2005).
"The study by Ponce and colleagues (2005) was designed to inform the official policy design in California which was about to be undertaken at that time regarding health insurance in the State. The authors of the article were all employed by health service deliverers within California, which gave them appropriate requisite knowledge to undertake the study."
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9/11 Animal Heroes, 2008.
A look at how search and rescue dogs aided in the rescue effort of September 11th.
1,264 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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The paper describes how many search and rescue dogs with their handlers selflessly tried to save the many humans trapped in the debris and rubble of the September 11th terrorist attack on New York. The paper paints a picture of how these dogs climbed, crawled, jumped and sniffed for a full month, without a thought for their own safety. The paper relates several stories of these canines' heroism.
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"September 11th, 2001 will go down in history as one of America's greatest tragedies. Yet, from the death and destruction, out of the rubble and debris, came the true spirit of humankind, like a phoenix rising from the ashes. There are so many stories of heroism on that fateful day that it fills the heart with hope. Those trained to respond, those found thrust into the situation with no preparation, and all of the support from millions of people around the globe showed that tragedy could bring out the hero in everyone. And this was not limited to just those of the human persuasion, but canines as well."
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The Ocean and Global Warming, 2008.
A discussion on the effects of climate change on ocean currents.
1,419 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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The paper focuses on a Pentagon Report that was released to the world media in 2004 predicting that the north Atlantic current would stop in the near future, bringing global catastrophe. The paper explains how ocean currents work and describes the phenomenon of global warming. The paper concludes that the events put forth in the Pentagon Report are a plausible scenario, although many scientists contest the events as something which is not likely to happen in the near future.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Theory
Results
Discussion
Conclusions
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"The Pentagon Report was released to the world media in 2004 predicting that the north Atlantic current would stop in the near future, bringing global catastrophe. It is known that in the past the ocean currents have been affected by changes in climate, although the lack of direct observations make it difficult for scientists to discover the exact nature of changes which are currently being observed. There have however been changes noted in currents in the Pacific and in the Atlantic Oceans related to climate change, suggesting that the events predicted in the Pentagon Report may occur at some stage in the future, although it is difficult to predict exactly when. If such changes in ocean current did occur, it is likely that the changes would impact on a global scale."
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The Terrorist Threat, 2008.
This paper discusses the threat of terrorism and its impact for the United States.
3,622 words (approx. 14.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 100.95
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The paper explores the likelihood of terrorist organizations using weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) or chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) weapons. The paper then considers the potential impacts of these weapons and their value for a terrorist organization. Next, the paper looks at the current intelligence system and its strengths and weaknesses for dealing with terrorism and identifies the most notable threats of terrorism facing the United States. The paper also discusses the targets that could be used by terrorist organizations to achieve the maximum effect and then outlines how intelligence systems can adapt to today's networked forms of terrorist organizations.
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"Scholars examining the scope and breadth of chemical weapons define these devices as "weapons using the toxic properties of chemical substances rather than their explosive properties to produce physical or physiological effects on an enemy" ("Weapons of"). Although these types of weapons have been used by both the US government and terrorist groups, research demonstrates that in order to produce mass causalities from chemical weapons, terrorists would need a significant amount of chemical agent. In addition, in order to effectively release the chemicals, the terrorists would need to consider how to prevent exposure to themselves. Because of the amounts needed to produce significant causalities and the potential impact of the chemicals on the terrorist, it is unlikely that this weapon would be used by a terrorist group ("Weapons of...")."
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Human Impact on Climate, 2008.
A discussion of the human impact on climate and an examination of the prospects of improving changes in the climate caused by human activity.
1,565 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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This paper discusses the changing global climate and the human activities contributing thereto. The writer describes scientific research which can improve our ability to predict climate change and its impacts and provide a basis for mitigating the harmful effects of global climate change. This can be done through decreased human influences, technological advancement, and finding ways to adapt and become resilient to extreme events such as earthquakes and hurricanes. The paper concludes that future studies and technological advancements will pave the way for us to restore and repair our injured climate.
Outline:
Introduction
Changes to the Climate Caused by Human Activity
Improving Changes in the Climate
Conclusion
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"A great deal of scientific research has noted the harms to the environment caused by human activity. The majority of these harmful activities have had a profound impact on the overall climate. The climate of an area includes the temperature, weather, water levels, and overall air quality of an area. Human activity such as garbage dumping, urbanization and even artificial restoration of an area have contributed to negative climate patterns. In response to these harms, new plans for growth and expansion that have "environmentally friendly" goals have been initiated throughout the United States as well as other parts of the world."
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Gun Control, 2008.
Presents the argument that in the 21st century, the US legislature should make the ability to bear arms a privilege instead of a right.
4,642 words (approx. 18.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 120.95
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This paper makes the argument that the time has come for the US legislature to do away with anachronistic laws that support a dubious "gun culture", which is an aberration in a modern, developed society, and that the ability to bear arms should be a privilege instead of a right in the 21st century. The paper begins by tracing the origins of the "gun culture" in America and then presents the history and interpretation of the Second Amendment, which supposedly gives the right of bearing arms to the citizens. Next, the paper reviews both sides of the argument for and against gun control, and then presents arguments in favor of making laws that would make the bearing of arms in the 21st century a privilege instead of a right.
Outline:
Origins of the American "Gun Culture"
The Second Amendment, its Background and Interpretation
Supreme Court's Interpretation of the Second Amendment
Does the Proliferation of Guns Promote Crime and Violence?
The Economic Cost of Gun Violence
Public Opinion about Gun Control
Reasons Why More Stringent Gun-Control Measures are Still not in Place?
Conclusion
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"The Articles of Confederation, drafted and formulated during the Revolution, was America's first Constitution. The document, too, reflected the authors' suspicion of standing armies and a strong central government. The Articles severely restricted the powers of the Congress and gave maximum autonomy to the States. The responsibility of national defense was placed on the State militias instead of a national army and the Congress could not exercise any military powers unless 9 of the 13 States consented. Article VI specifically stated: "every state shall always keep up a well regulated and disciplined militia, sufficiently armed and accoutred." Before long, however, the founding fathers realized that the Articles were unworkable for running of an effective government because of the extremely limited powers granted to the central government. The fighting abilities of a volunteer militia as compared to a disciplined, professional army had already been exposed during the Revolution, and even George Washington had expressed his reservations about their effectiveness in private despite his public pronouncements in support of the citizen militia . "
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