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- 6501: A Discussion On Multimedia
- ... libraries to electronic form for distribution on the Internet. One of the most ambitious examples is Cornell University's ongoing project to convert 100,000 books, printed over the past century, on the development of American infrastructure- books on bridges, roads, and other public works. Some businesses have also begun to explore advertising and marketing on the Internet. Thus far results have been mixed. Protection of copyrighted material is a problem ...
- 6502: Animal Rights Protests
- ... Killing to mobilize animal rights activists in the Washington metropolitan area and "throw animal exploiters out of business." Since then, COK has expanded to over 300 members with chapters across the country, including one at American University, which formed in the fall of 1996. COK organizes protests as a primary activity of the group, although some chapters may choose to expand into other areas if they wish. COK's focus on ...
- 6503: Bungee Jumping
- ... and designed a safe form of the practice. Atop the Golden Gate Bridge, dressed in tuxedos and top hats, the first form of bungee jumping came to existence. In 1987, bungee jumping moved to the American commercial scene. Two brothers, John and Peter Kockelman, began jumping from bridges over river gorges in the Sierras. Recognizing the sport's commercial potential, they opened Bungee Adventures in 1988. Bungee jumping spread rapidly throughout ...
- 6504: Location Of Brazil
- ... south side of the world. With the equator running through north Brazil, a small portion of Brazil, a small portion of Brazil is in the northern hemisphere. Brazil is bordered by a number of South American countries. Brazil borders Uruguay to the north; Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia, and Peru to the east; Bogota to the southeast; Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana to the south; and the Atlantic Ocean to the west ...
- 6505: Life Or Death 2
- ... supposed to encroach on divine power. The Medical associations have their own arguments against euthanasia. They believe that the Hippocratic Oath expressly forbids the giving of deadly medicine to anyone for any reason. Although the American Medical Association has condemned physician-assisted suicide as an unethical practice, the majority of doctors in some areas are in favor of this practice in extreme circumstances. The Medical field also agrees that in some ...
- 6506: Capital Punishment
- ... and William the Conqueror (1066-1087) was the death penalty not used, although the results of interrogation and torture were often fatal (Kronenwetter 12). Later, Britain reinstated the death penalty and brought it to its American colonies. Although the death was widely accepted throughout the early United States, not everyone approved of it. In the late-eighteen century, opposition to the death penalty gathered enough strength to lead to important restrictions ...
- 6507: Legalizing Marijuana
- ... NORML foundation, that despite law enforcement spending marijuana remains the fourth largest cash crop in the United States. According to this study only corn, soybeans, and hay rank as a more profitable cash crop for American farmers. If this is true, than why does law enforcement spend ten million dollars annually on anti-marijuana laws? Marijuana stands for the largest reserve-producing crop in Alabama, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Kentucky, Maine, Rhode ...
- 6508: Latin Drug Trade
- ... cannot withstand a concerted, sustained attack by a coalition of nations individually committed to its annihilation. It is that precisely this kind of coalition that can make a difference. The United Nations, the Organization of American States, the European Union, and other multilateral organizations must continue to be a part of the global response.
- 6509: The Problems Of Marijuana Prohibition
- ... society. Since all drugs share this power, it becomes the problem of the user. But if this is true, why are alcohol and tobacco legal and not marijuana? Marijuana prohibition is causing problems within the American lifestyle. Prohibiting marijuana is stealing Americas money. By the many efforts of marijuana prohibition taxpayers are spending tons of money on police, court costs, and jails. But it has yet to stop people from ...
- 6510: The Death Penalty Is An Inappropriate Punishment That Must Be Abolished
- ... for the crime of murder (Pooley n.pag.). The death penalty is now such a popular issue that many politicians will run for office crying for blood simply to win more votes (Reyes 3). The American public is sure that a harsh but effective punishment is necessary for the crime of murder, and currently capital punishment seems to be the obvious choice for them (Bowers 226). This observation makes it clear ...
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