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The Existence Of External Forces
Number of Words: 876 / Number of Pages: 4
... as the
other type. In fact it is often unable to be seen at all, but it must exist
simply because the entire world or even the simple workings of one man's brain
cannot be described completely using only the laws of nature. A complex moral
decision is created in the mind of men by more that just a random or predictable
set of electrical impulses, but by the not completely understood spiritual and
psychological make-up of men. This type is the “true” cause of an action.
When one sees this combination of causes he must accept the idea of
dualism. Dualism is the idea that there are two hemispheres ...
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Binge Drinking
Number of Words: 847 / Number of Pages: 4
... Alcohol intake by children can result in learning impairment, hyperactivity, and personality and behavior problems, because today's society has accepted the casual use of alcohol (Effects, 1996, 1). Among men, research suggests that greater alcohol use is related to greater sexual aggression (Shalala, 1995, 2). Students living on campuses with higher proportions of binge drinkers experience more incidents of assault and unwanted sexual advances because of their peers’ drinking than do students residing on campuses with lower proportions of binge drinkers (Shalala, 1995, 2). Some campuses spon ...
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The United States Has Changed From A Melting Pot To A Vast Culture With Varying Racial Backgrounds.
Number of Words: 711 / Number of Pages: 3
... even the simple concept of an English-speaking nation is fading off the continent. In the old days, immigrants were taught in English in the public schools. (76). In America today, children are taught in German, Italian, Polish, and 108 other languages. Most of these schools are funded by 139 million federal dollars.
Until recently, emigrants in the United States longed for admittance in society's mainstream. Now these groups demand separation from society, to be able to preserve and conserve their customs and languages. The biggest problem with this demand, is whatever accommodation t ...
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Making The Corps
Number of Words: 2180 / Number of Pages: 8
... striving for independence is a goal for most people, and instead of working as a group we tend to compete with each other to get what we want. As a Marine you must think as a group, learn how to move as a group and you are drilled until not a single action is left to individual improvisation (p.64).
On Drill Sergeant states that a Marine “will accept nothing less than the very best effort from you at all times” (p.54). In American society, if someone is having a bad day because of something, we say “don’t worry about it, you’ll do better tomorrow”. The Marine expects you to give 100% at all ...
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Serial Killers
Number of Words: 2508 / Number of Pages: 10
... with the FBI’s so called serial murder profiling system: the fact that the serial killer stereotypes does not necessarily stand true. This paper argues that the killer is not the only one to blame for his/her actions. Together we will probe the minds of killers such as Charles Manson and John Wayne Gacy. I ask you, “Are they Murderers or Victims?” I personally have come to the conclusion that they are both murderers and victims.
I. Definition:
“Serial murder” has long been a term used to describe those human beings that repeatedly commit heinous crimes. It is r ...
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Small Business Setup
Number of Words: 2837 / Number of Pages: 11
... in the business planning process is the legal structure of the company. The three legal structures are Sole-proprietorship, Partnership and a Corporation. Each one of these legal structures has its advantages and disadvantages. The different aspects that each legal structure differs are: management control, capital, liability, income taxes, business continuity, and government regulations. The understanding of these different issues is crucial to the decision of which structure is the best one for the entrepreneurs business. Be sure to consult an attorney before making this decision.
In a sol ...
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Chinese Economy
Number of Words: 974 / Number of Pages: 4
... it brought the first signs of the farmers
becoming more rich since the 1950s. His political genius allowed the
farmers to become rich. He also introduced the "open-door policy" which is
proving to be very beneficial, as they follow in the footsteps of their
strong rich neighbours. Mr. Perkins believed four conditions must be met
for a market system to work well in reforming centrally planned economy. I
believe if China continues to improve its productivity, and the number of
monopolies decrease as studies show, China will move into a capitalist
front only to prosper. An Inflationary cris ...
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What Is A Human Being
Number of Words: 418 / Number of Pages: 2
... that believes in an after life. Some believe in rebirth where you never die but keep living in different states on the earth. In all most all religions there is a superior being or superior beings, that concept is similar to the way our government works.
There are primitive animal concepts that show traces of government, such as the almighty wolf that appoints an alpha pair similar to a king and queen to make the best decisions for the survival of the pack. Humans appoint government to prevent chaos from killing us off. Even though our government is far far far from perfect there is still a sense ...
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Life After Death
Number of Words: 2570 / Number of Pages: 10
... to stay. More than anything he cared for, George wanted to stay right
here, basking in the light of love. But he felt something pull him back. Wait,
not yet, he thought. It's not my time yet... The next moment, George was
somehow reunited with his physical body, lying on that uncomfortable hospital
bed, amidst the doctors sighing in relief, surrounded no longer by that soft
glow, but again by that rhythmic beep, beep, beep…
Is there a parallel between George's account of a near-death experience
(NDE), and what really happens when we ourselves die? Is there indeed a part of
us that conquers death ...
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Bring Back Flogging
Number of Words: 1306 / Number of Pages: 5
... dealers, and other acts ultimately end up in prison. Prison he says seems to be the all purpose, all in one punishment. His statistical evidence is that of the startling 1.6 million Americans behind bars today. This represents a 250% increase since 1980. According to him we cage individuals at an alarming rate despite the general consensus of the criminal system being a failure. He cites the information of Princeton criminologist John DiIlulio that about three out of four felons are released early or not locked up at all. Many of them are on the streets without meaningful parole or supervision. An ...
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