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  • American Beauty - Dealing with Age

    American Beauty - Dealing with Age

    American Beauty As we get older, we tend to look for ways of making ourselves look and feel younger, whether it is a change in our day to day lives or maybe just making a new purchase. I believe that the film American Beauty is an example of what people may do to achieve this result. The film, American Beauty has won many awards for its magnificence. I have chosen to focus on this

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    Essay Length: 934 Words / 4 Pages
    Submitted: December 18, 2010
  • American Imperialism

    American Imperialism

    American Imperialism American Imperialism has been a part of United States history ever since the American Revolution. Imperialism is practice by which powerful nations or people seek to expand and maintain control or influence over weaker nations or peoples. Throughout the years there has been many instances where the Americans have taken over other people countries, almost every time we go into we have taken over a new piece of land. The Americas first taste

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    Essay Length: 1,269 Words / 6 Pages
    Submitted: December 18, 2010
  • Marginal Deterrence Is one of the Most Important Messages from the Economics of Crime. Explain the Role of Marginal Deterrence and Its Practical Applicability

    Marginal Deterrence Is one of the Most Important Messages from the Economics of Crime. Explain the Role of Marginal Deterrence and Its Practical Applicability

    The 2002 crime figures for England and Wales comprised of two separate reports, brought together for the first time: (i) Crime statistics recorded by constabularies and (ii) The British Crime Survey (BCS), based on 33,000 interviews. The BCS is regarded as a more reliable measure of actual levels of crime because it includes experiences of crime that go unreported. The British crime survey of 2002 revealed: Ð'* Crime rates are stable, showing a slight 2%

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    Essay Length: 2,275 Words / 10 Pages
    Submitted: December 18, 2010
  • Obesity in African American Women

    Obesity in African American Women

    Review of Literature Introduction Despite the well-publicized health and emotional consequences of obesity, a successful weight-loss industry, and a high rate of voluntary dieting, the prevalence of obesity in African American women continued to increase. For the most part, African American women are aware of the serious health risks related to obesity. Honest attempts to diet and exercise properly usually resulted in gaining of the weight loss and additional pounds in the process. A limited

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    Essay Length: 3,849 Words / 16 Pages
    Submitted: December 18, 2010
  • Native Americans - Minority Role

    Native Americans - Minority Role

    Thesis Since the arrival of the Europeans in 1492 the Native American has systematically been dehumanized, decivilized and redefined into terms that typify a subordinate or minority role, restricted life opportunities persist today as a result. I. Introduction-Majority/Minority group relations- the role of power II. Historical Overview A. Native American life before contact with the White man. B. Early contact, efforts at peaceful co-existence. C. Conflict and its consequences for Native Americans III. The

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    Essay Length: 3,434 Words / 14 Pages
    Submitted: December 18, 2010
  • The American Dream

    The American Dream

    The American Dream "The American Dream is "that dream of a nation in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with options for each according to capacity or accomplishments. It is a dream of social stability in which each man and each woman shall be able to achieve to the fullest distinction of which they are essentially competent, and be distinguish by others for what they are, despite of the

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    Essay Length: 714 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • The Odyssey Vs. American History X

    The Odyssey Vs. American History X

    The Odyssey vs. American History X The Odyssey and American History X don't share similarities in the plot, theme or time period, but they have an ingredient common in many stories. Odysseus and Derek are challenged with deadly obstacles and they overcome these difficulties with the help of a mentor. A guide saves both characters and assists them in their return home. Odysseus and Derek need the support and help of a trusted friend who

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    Essay Length: 575 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • Hate Crime and Punishment

    Hate Crime and Punishment

    Hate Crime and the Punishments Love Thy Neighbor. We have all been taught, if not have heard these same words. There are two opposite words in the dictionary with two opposite meanings. Love is defined as to have a deep, tender, ineffable feeling of affection and solicitude toward a person, and on the other side Hate is told as to feel hostility or animosity toward a person or thing. With this, hate crimes can

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    Essay Length: 1,640 Words / 7 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • The American Dream of the Great Gatsby (i Never Titled It)

    The American Dream of the Great Gatsby (i Never Titled It)

    The American Dream is an idea and a myth that people struggle for but can never be achieved. It cannot be attained because it is an endless race for perfection and better than oneself. For some the dream might be to become impossibly wealthy, or become stronger and smarter than one can be. People pursue the American dream because they believe it has been accomplished before. We live in a society where perfection is ideal

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    Essay Length: 858 Words / 4 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • Native Americans and Diabetes

    Native Americans and Diabetes

    Since the arrival of Columbus in 1492, American Indians have been in a continuous struggle with diseases. It may not be small pox anymore, but illnesses are still haunting the native population. According to statistics provided by Indian Health Services, "Native Americans have much higher rates of disease than the overall population" (White 1). This includes a higher death rate from alcoholism, tuberculosis, and diabetes than any other racial or ethnic group. Recent studies by

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    Essay Length: 551 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • African American

    African American

    Chapter 4 Rising Expectations: African Americans and the Struggle For Independence, 1763- 1783 The Rising Expectation of the African Americans and the struggle for Independence was a great thing for blacks they started rise up over slavery, they made a big impact in the wars, and they got the Declaration of Independence from Thomas Jefferson. I. The Crisis of the British Empire 1) The Great struggle. 2) The two empires Great Britain and France.

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    Essay Length: 1,115 Words / 5 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • The Great Gatsby : The American Dream

    The Great Gatsby : The American Dream

    Perception and reality do not always align. Is true love really true love, or is it a farce, a self-created mythical re-interpretation of the thing we hold so dear? In The Great Gatsby, is Gatsby really in love with Daisy, or his vision of her? Does she feel the same way for him, or does she truly love him? And what does the green light at the end of Daisy's dock mean to Gatsby?

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    Essay Length: 790 Words / 4 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • American Revolution

    American Revolution

    The American Revolution began for many reasons. Some long-term social, economic, and political changes in the British colonies; prior to 10; provided the basis for and helped put America on the fast track of becoming an independent nation under its own control with its own government. America would no longer be ruled by a tyrant king thousands of miles away. A huge factor in the start of the revolution was the French and Indian War

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    Essay Length: 2,044 Words / 9 Pages
    Submitted: December 19, 2010
  • "letter to Americans" by E. P. Thompson

    "letter to Americans" by E. P. Thompson

    "Letter to Americans" by E. P. Thompson Dated back in 1986, "Letter to Americans" is as if it's written in the last three-four years. In it E. P. Thompson explains why he is anti-American in his beliefs. First off, he starts with that he is in two minds about this state of his. Even his friends doubt he is anti-American, thinking he is joking. We also read how the author traces American ancestry on his

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    Essay Length: 723 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Hate Crime

    Hate Crime

    On October tenth of 2004, eleven Christians were arrested for street witnessing on a public sidewalk during a "gay pride" event. Charges were dropped against six of them, but four adults and one juvenile faced serious charges under Philadelphia's hate crime laws. These five people were charged with criminal conspiracy, "ethnic intimidation", reckless endangerment, and inciting a riot. Each person, if convicted, faced 47 years in prison and a $90,000 fine. The state of Pennsylvania

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    Essay Length: 394 Words / 2 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Crime and Punishment

    Crime and Punishment

    Crime and Punishment By: Your Name Date Professor Fyodor Dostoevsky in his fictional novel Crime and Punishment, written in 1866, explores redemption through suffering and the inner thoughts of a "criminal" by providing insight into a young man named Raskolnikov's mind before and after the murder of a decrepit old pawnbroker. In Crime and Punishment, a young scholar named Raskolnikov murders a miserable old pawnbroker to prove a theory of his, which states that

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    Essay Length: 2,233 Words / 9 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • The American Dream

    The American Dream

    THE AMERICAN DREAM So what is this dream all about? One would probably describe it as being rich and famous, some would probably say that it is to have a lot of power; however, our personal definition of an American dream is the ability to have freedom, being able to get the highest level of education, being successful in finding a good job, having a healthy and happy family, and eventually letting that grow

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    Essay Length: 302 Words / 2 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Eminem: An American Icon, Is He? or Is He Not?

    Eminem: An American Icon, Is He? or Is He Not?

    WRITTEN BY BRADIS MCGRIFF!!!DO NOT COPY MY PAPER JUST USE IT 4 RESEARCH!!!! April 3, 2007 History 196m Prof Gus Lease Eminem: an American Icon, is he? Or is he not? Eminem is one of the most if not the most talented rap artist to ever step up to the microphone. Although he may be one of the most talented rappers to ever perform, he is also one of the most controversial. Teenagers and young

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    Essay Length: 3,153 Words / 13 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Materialism in American Society

    Materialism in American Society

    Materialism in American Society Over the course of the last century America has undergone many societal changes, none of which have had as great an ethical effect as the nation's transition towards ever increasing materialism. Materialism, or the desire for wealth and possessions, has faced virulent opposition for thousands of years from both religious institutions and social activists. Throughout time, materialism has been widely slandered not only as spiritually corrupting, but also as a major

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    Essay Length: 1,147 Words / 5 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Women and North American Native Religions

    Women and North American Native Religions

    My Religion My Tribe, My Life: The Importance of women in Native American Religion Introduction "In February 17, the great Cherokee leader Attakullakulla arrived in South Carolina to negotiate trade agreements with the governor and was shocked to find that no white woman was present. Because Cherokee women regularly advised his nations council on matters of war and peace."# For many years a lot had said about Native American religion. From the believing in spirituality

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    Essay Length: 2,155 Words / 9 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • American Dreram

    American Dreram

    American Dream Throughout society people always have one focus to motivate them to do well. That is to live a live that is absent from poverty and to live happily. To prosper and succeed, rather then to beg and fail. In reading Maggie a girl of the Streets by Stephen Crane, Maggie would have to be the one that stands out most for this attempt. She strives to do what she can to get out

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    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • The American Dream

    The American Dream

    The American dream is sought after and imagined by everyone who comes to America. It is the main reason that people come to America; they come for freedom as well as to one day attain the idea of a perfect American dream. It theoretically symbolizes what you have accomplished in life and what you wish to one day have. In my personal opinion if any person wants come to America to live a life

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    Essay Length: 664 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Eminem: An American Icon, Is He? or Is He Not?

    Eminem: An American Icon, Is He? or Is He Not?

    Bradis McGriff April 3, 2007 History 196m Prof Gus Lease Eminem: an American Icon, is he? Or is he not? Eminem is one of the most if not the most talented rap artist to ever step up to the microphone. Although he may be one of the most talented rappers to ever perform, he is also one of the most controversial. Teenagers and young children seem to really enjoy Eminem's lyrics but parents and the

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    Essay Length: 3,046 Words / 13 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Native American Word Lives

    Native American Word Lives

    The difference in Indian and English lifestyles resulted in a forced coexistence and substantial changes in each way of life; however, much of the two seemingly very conflicting lifestyles had a basis of similarity as well. As Indians and Europeans learned and borrowed from each other, they developed and adopted new ways of life that were beneficial and almost necessary to both cultures. As far back as 30,000 BC, Indian cultures were nomadic, moving from

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    Essay Length: 716 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010
  • Changes in the American Family

    Changes in the American Family

    As we have learned through Skolnick's book, as well as Rubin's research, the make up of the family is influenced by many factors. The economy, culture, education, ethnicity/race, and tradition all help to create the modern family. The last few decades have heavily influenced the family structure, and while some try to preserve the past, others embrace the future. Through it all, we find you can have both. The first part of Rubin's book

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    Essay Length: 3,554 Words / 15 Pages
    Submitted: December 20, 2010

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