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- 4521: The Civil War
- ... Democrat Francis Spinola had been a vigorous foe of Republican policies and Lincoln. But now he swore his loyalty with stirring words, "This is my flag, which I will follow and defend." This speech gave great assurance that the masses in the great cities were devoted to the Union and ready to enlist for its defense. More than 400,000 European immigrants fought for the Union, including more than 170,00 Germans and more than 150,00 Irish ...
- 4522: Social Darwinsim History
- ... 30-31). Social Darwinism in United States goes hand in hand with the Gilded Age and with the rise of the industry. The Gilded Age, the period from 1865 to 1901, was an era of great industrial and economic growth for America. It was an era of numerous inventions and patents. It was also an era of extreme riches for some, and of wretched poverty for others. It was an era ... Career" 5). With time, many Americans came to think that Social Darwinism was a chief defense of the unfair, ruthless and cut-throat business practices of the late 19th and the early 20th century. "The great financial titans themselves seized on the theories of Spencer and Sumner to justify their positions. ... Social Darwinism appealed to businessmen because it seemed to legitimize their success and confirm their virtues. It appealed to them ...
- 4523: Poverty
- ... land of valuable, there are also pockets of extreme poverty. Trying to solve this huge problem of poverty. the United States of America, have developed for various reasons, and these situations have led to a great deal of problems. Throughout the world, poverty has plagued all countries. In smaller, under-developed countries many people die from starvation. These countries can not afford to support their citizens. Due to their financial problems ... find jobs in the private sector". In the news Burnham said the program is designed to hook up welfare recipients with work opportunities in industry, clerical, sales and other employment. This change is having a great impact on the Ventura region, from Oxnard to other cities. Reasons for the change involve the enable welfare recipients to get additional training, sharpen job skills and get back into the job market. The new ...
- 4524: Poverty
- By: nicole Poverty is an issue which society faces each day. It is a constant struggle that cannot be ignored. Defeating poverty would take great efforts and contributions from all. Canada and the third world are examples of countries which are experiencing poverty, yet each differ in different ways. Once seeing the multitudes of condominiums, expensive restaurants, and streets jammed ... class. Diphtheria, Leprosy, Yellow fever and Kwashiorkor are examples of childrens diseases due to the lack of nutrition (protein). Fighting these types of diseases has become a problem among the people of poverty. A great deal of deaths has occurred because of these overpowering diseases, which is one explanation of povertys overpopulation rate. The men and women of poverty believe that one way to fight poverty is by having ...
- 4525: Peer Presure
- ... there are a lot of negative effects from friends influences, there are just as many positive effects too. I believe the right friends can push one to doing the right things. Religious institutions are another great source of peer pressure.The people that attend church usually have good morals. The young adults that participate in religious institutions, form the most, come from familes which arent into drugs, alcohol, violence, or any sort of crime. So the effect these religious institutions have are great on young people in society. Religious adolescents can encourage one another to be successful in school, sports, and other activities. In my own past experiences when growing up, the people I have choose as friends ...
- 4526: Flag Desecration
- ... battles cost several thousand people their lives. America has been leading the space race in exploration of the Earths moon to Mars and beyond. America has so many different accomplishments which were achieved at great cost. This is why we should be proud and hold the American flag up high. No other symbol crosses the political, cultural, and ideological patch work that makes up this great nation and binds us as a whole. Since 1776, the American flag has been carried high in the air when going into battle. The flag symbolizes the unity of the colony states against the British ...
- 4527: Euthanasia
- ... statistics that tell us that fewer than one in four people with terminal illness have a desire to die, and that all of those who did wish to die had previously suffered with clinically diagnosable depression. If we choose to overlook these statistics, and others that tell us that psychotherapeutic treatments are not only available, but equally successful among people with terminal illness, as among people without then we are indeed one again, committing murder. If a physically healthy person who suffered with depression were to approach us with thoughts of suicide, we would comfort them, seek treatment for them, and provide as much as we were able, to see that they got the reassurance and the psychological and ...
- 4528: What Is Marijuana?
- ... small amounts for years without physical or mental deterioration. Marijuana serves to diminish inhibitions and acts as a euphoriant. Some who smoke marijuana feel no effects; others feel relaxed and sociable, tend to laugh a great deal, and have a profound loss of the sense of time. Characteristically, those under the influence of marijuana show incoordination and impaired ability to perform skilled acts. Still others experience a wide range of emotions ... the police. Marijuana is a common weed, easier to produce than the bathtub gin of the Prohibition years. It is not surprising that thousands of "dealers" have been drawn into the marijuana business. Despite the great risks they face, including bullying by other dealers and the threat of arrest, they are attracted by the profits. The law cannot change the economics of this market because it operates outside the law. All ...
- 4529: Uniforms In School, Good Or Ba
- ... they want, but schools should have the right to set standards and create more of a dress code, not a unique uniform that each student must wear. The concept of a school uniform is a great a idea, but there are some flaws and specific items that go along with it that people dislike. If a dress code was created, the same objectives could possibly be achieved as through a school ... what type of clothing students wear, students who are problems will always seem to be a problem. This dress code may decrease misconduct but I doubt it would eliminate it, but it would be a great start. Word Count: 506
- 4530: The Lost Art Of Typography
- ... s Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business was published in 1985. The theories and concepts described in the book could easily apply to today's world. Postman goes to great detail in his book about the development of public discourse (verbal and written communication) over the centuries. He explains how the development and evolution of communication over mankind's history has changed at critical points ... minutes to speak on an issue (sometimes only three) and the rebuttals are usually only just as long. So many of the recent televised presidential debates are successful if a candidate comes up with a great sound bite. Persons can cite the Lloyd Bentsen - Dan Quayle debate of 1992 for evidence of that. Postman argues that there is an inherent danger in this. With important topics such as politics, religion and ...
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