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The Selma March, 2008.
This paper explores the importance of the Selma, Alabama march on the Civil Rights Movement.
1,351 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper considers the chronological perspective of the march on Selma, Alabama in the context of the Civil Rights Movement and examines its influence at the time and for the future. The paper shows how the events that started with the first Selma march are essential in the history of the Civil Rights Movement because they resulted in the Voting Rights Act. The paper explains that this was a piece of legislation which increased, to a certain extent, the right of the African-American to go to the polls as well as the scope of democracy promoted by the US constitution.
From the Paper
"The Civil Rights movement raised one of the most stringent matters for the American society in the 20th century in particular. Indeed, the issue of the equality between men of different race and color was a crucial matter of the 19th century especially from the perspective of the slavery institution which created the visible differentiation between white and black individuals. However, as the Civil Movement began to emerge and develop resistance movements against the practice of segregation, soon the society came to be attracted in the discussions related to the need for equality and honest and fair treatment of all individuals, without regard to sex or color (Jenkins, 1997)."
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TV Violence, 2008.
This paper discusses the effects of TV violence on its viewers.
3,184 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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In this article, the writer notes that both the critical and non-critical debate about the effect of television upon its viewers seems to have begun somewhere probably in the first week or so of the sets being introduced to the public. The consequence of the appearance of television itself was immediate and profound both sociologically and psychologically, as well as economically for some industries. The writer points out that the influence of this medium on our culture as a whole is enormous, for both good and bad results. TV violence has become an extreme issue for the conservative to derogate and for the liberals to defend. The writer discusses what is the reality of the effect of TV violence on us today and especially the more impressionable children that view it. In particular, the paper discusses the current state of the debate and attempts to separate fact from fiction, both on screen and off.
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"This same study also inferred that if children, with the help of their parents, take more control over their leisure activities that they may be able to take more control of themselves and their behaviors overall. There is another benefit in that when parents show they are concerned and take an active role in their child's wellbeing, this has the effect of children who see adults caring about them and not just using TV as the built in babysitter. Jones feels that cutting overall consumption is really the key and violence is only a small sub issue over which very little evidence is clear on direct connections. And what is clear is often not very convincing."
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Recruiting and Retaining Soldiers, 2008.
A discussion of the incentives for the recruitment and retention of soldiers in the U.S. Army.
751 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the challenges facing U.S. Army recruiters today in view of the value placed on civilian versus military service. Demand has increased, particularly in the Reserve, for recruiters as well as for troops.The writer explains that, contrary to public belief, military wages and pay raises are civilian comparable, and both the Army and the Reserve offer substantial bonuses and many side benefits, including payment of education costs. The writer concludes that these benefits, together with the currently slowing economy and new opportunities for recruiters at federally supplemented public schools may raise demand on the part of potential recruits.
Outline:
Price
Prices Set
Demand
Temporary Price Promotions
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"Wages or prices are set based on the level of achievement and the time an individual has served. This scale is forthright and potentially exponential, as continuing to serve often offers the soldier significant wage increases that are comparable to civilian work. The problem for many recruiters simply becomes expressing the strict set of regulations that are not always easy to understand or explain, for the recruiter. The determination of starting pay as well as pay increases are determined by entrance skill set (testing and prior education and occasionally civilian experience) as well as years of service to the military."
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Criminal Justice - Crime & Punishment, 2008.
A descriptive perception of the concept of crime and punishment, social control, and defined concepts of justice.
1,646 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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The paper states that only the human species is known to inflict pain purely for retribution. The fact that justice and punishment for rule violations are evident in animals, and that different human cultures have defined justice, crime, and punishment in myriad, and often in mutually contradictory terms, suggests the need to establish objective principles for concepts of justice that are indeed just. The paper concludes that "justice" incorporates objective rules without basis, which reflect the strength to impose the will of the of those more powerful in society, over the less powerful. The paper also states that crime and punishment are exclusive to human societies, notwithstanding our current relative inability to administer those concepts uniformly and justly, in most human society.
Outline:
A Survey of Cultural Variation of Crime and Punishment Throughout History
Toward the Objective Standard of Justifiable Criminal Definitions and Punishment
Conclusion
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"In particular, purposeful actions on the part of society or dominant group of leaders to address unwanted behaviors or actions of the individual is apparent among many animal species, such as in relation to violations of established social and pair-bonding relationships and hierarchy of access to food and other natural resources (Gerrig & Zimbardo 2005). In certain primates, for example, group members risk both physical retaliation and elements of social exclusion if they are discovered by other group members to have hidden or failed to share resources by not disclosing its existence or location."
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Representations on Australian Masculinity in Film, 2008.
A comparison of the representation of Australian men in "Mad Max" directed by George Miller in 1979 and "The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert" directed by S. Elliott in 1994.
2,116 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 66.95
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This paper discusses two films which offer representations of Australian masculinities. It analyzes "Mad Max" directed by George Miller in 1979 and "The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert" directed by S. Elliott in 1994. It discusses how men are represented in the films and the relationship between this representation and questions of Australian identity.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Mad Max (1979)
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
Conclusion
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"Both Mad Max and The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, are about expressing Australian male masculinity in ways that are uniquely Australian, because of Australia's unique history and geographical conditions. Both films uplift the male masculinity, even when it is masked in drag, by denigrating women in the film in ways described by Graeme Turner; that is relegating the woman to a role of sexual significance in relation to the role of the man, or to humiliate and denigrate in order to provide the uplift to the featured masculinity. Both films are geared towards a male audience, and their success lies in their representation of maleness, even though both films do it in a starkly different way."
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Australian Film, 2008.
Looks at the depiction of masculinity in Australian films.
2,115 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 66.95
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This paper explores the representation of masculinity in Australian film by examining two films: "Mad Max" (1979), and "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" (Elliott (dir), 1994). The author points out that both "Mad Max" and "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" express Australian male masculinity in ways that are uniquely Australian because of Australia's distinctive history and geographical conditions. The paper describes both films and concludes that they both uplift male masculinity, even when it is masked in drag, by denigrating and humiliating women by relegating their roles to only sexual significance or to provide an uplift to the featured masculinity.
Introduction
"Mad Max" (1979)
"The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert"
Conclusion
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"This is a violent film, not gratuitous violence, but the real focus of the action is on the super fast cars and motorcycles and, of course Mel Gibson. Dressed in black leather pants and jacket, Mel Gibson was young and very handsome when this film. The film had the two elements that ensured its success: the fast cars and motorcycles and Gibson. However, it probably caught everyone involved off guard when the film turned into a cult classic, especially in the United States, and was the start of a long and accomplished acting career for Gibson and two more installments of the Mad Max futuristic character."
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The Role of Adoption Social Workers, 2008.
A look at the role of social workers in adoption cases.
1,213 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the issues surrounding the role that the adoption social worker plays in finding good families to adopt children. The paper also explains the qualities needed for this job and the challenges it involves.
Outline:
Social problem or human need focused upon and clients
Setting or types of agencies/organizations where practice takes place
Functions of adoptive social work: duties, responsibilities or specific assignments
Functions of adoptive social work: knowledge and skills necessary for the social worker to effectively perform her/his duties
Challenges
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"As couples wait longer and longer to have children, the reality prospective parents often face is that their fertility has declined over the years. The increase in the number and range of options for adoptive parents, including interracial adoption and international adoption, has caused a corresponding increase in the need for and demand for adoption social workers. The primary goal of the adoption social worker is to find good families for children and to protect the rights of the children being adopted, along with the rights of the adoptive and birth parents as well. The clients of adoptive social workers may include birth and adoptive parents and extended families, private and public agencies, and also older children undergoing the adoptive process as adoptees. The social workers may have contact with international organizations in cases of international adoption ("Social workers," 2008, Encyclopedia of Adoption)."
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Wal-Mart's Failure in Germany, 2008.
This paper explains the major mistakes of Wal-Mart that led to their exit from the German market.
1,218 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper relates that Wal-Mart failed to realize that the approach German consumers take when it comes to buying on price would not support a "Big Box" retailer. The paper explains the issue of not being able to create as efficient of a virtual network of suppliers as had been the case in the U.S. and the high degree of regulation over grocery chains. Finally, the paper dwells on the lack of integration between the companies purchased that made the greatest strength of Wal-Mart in the U.S. a major weakness in Germany.
Outline:
Executive Summary
The Wrong Value Proposition in the Wrong Market
Wal-Mart Strays Away from Key Organizational Resources
Purchasing Process Differences Not Taken Into Account
Mergers Gone Wrong
Summary
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"At its most fundamental level, Wal-Mart failed to define a unique value proposition that would resonate with German customers. Automatically reverting to the LPED value proposition, assuming that German customers paid high prices and had higher incomes than most Europeans, proved false. The biggest disconnect was that German shoppers liked to price shop throughout their neighborhood stores, not choosing to visit large shopping locations to search for their products and groceries. This was compounded by a common concern throughout many of the European Union (EU) countries, specifically the protection of the entire agricultural and food retailing supply chains."
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Pepsi's Entry into India, 2008.
An exploration of what led to Pepsi's success in entering the Indian market.
1,281 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper analyzes the successful entry of Pepsi into India. The paper discusses the significant cultural, legal, political and economic factors that Pepsi had to overcome in order to successfully gain entrance into the Indian market. The paper also looks into the need for advanced planning, strategies for ensuring that local and national governments see value from the joint venture and the development of realistic shared ownerships schedules and scenarios.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Assessment of Case
Success for Pepsi: Joint Ventures Lead to Social Change
Analysis of Global Expansion Strategies by Pepsi
Summary
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"The approach of concentrating on the unmet needs throughout the Punjab province turned Pepsi from the role of global marketer to local provider of increased services. It also made the concepts of JV and shared ownership more aligned to the more pressing social and community needs, areas where the Indian government struggled with change. The Indian government has yet to invest in large scale infrastructure such as job programs the development of production and manufacturing standards, and has at times seen failures of multinational corporations (MNCs) attempting to capitalize on the low wage rates in the country. MNCs have attempted to view India as a secondary China in terms of manufacturing potential, yet have been unsuccessful at making large scale manufacturing work in the nation due to the tariffs and constraints on manufacturing overall. With the liberalization of foreign ownership in 1994, Pepsi was able to gain ownership of the Voltas share of the JV."
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