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An Argument against the American Meat Industry (715 words, 5 pages)

Making a CaseFor quite a while now, I have been elaborating on the ethical implications and contexts surrounding the American Meat industry. Today Ill be making a case against this industry by talking about what its existence entails, and providing a couple facts and statistics that have helped influence my ... Read More

An Analysis of the Bias Coverage on the War against Terrorism by the Media (1302 words, 6 pages)

Media Monitoring Proposal Bias on the War on TerrorismFor this assignment on media monitoring I am focusing on the bias shown in regards to how the war on terrorism covered in various news outlets. The first signs of this were after September 11th when Bush declared a war on terrorism. ... Read More

An Argument Against Using GDP in Measuring Economic Performance (294 words, 1 pages)

GDP vs. GPIGross Domestic Product and Genuine Progress Indicator are two ways in which we measure our progress as a country. The Gross Domestic Product or GDP is the monetary value of all the goods and services produced within our country over a preset time, usually a year. The Genuine ... Read More

The Hidden Strength of Mama and the Fight of Tradition against Materialism in Everyday Use, a Short Story by Alice Walker (540 words, 2 pages)

Alice Walkers family-oriented short story Everyday Use shows how materialism can divide a family. By using symbolism and point of view, Walker characterizes Mamas hidden strength and shows that tradition overcomes the need for materialism.Through symbolism in Everyday Use Walker gives Mama more depth by exhibiting strength that she had ... Read More

An Argument Against the Privatization of Water, Education, and Foster Care System (1693 words, 6 pages)

Mentor is one of the largest players in the business of private foster care, a fragmented industry of mostly local and regional providers that collect hundreds of millions in tax dollars annually while receiving little scrutiny from government authorities. As quoted directly from the article The Brief Life and Private ... Read More

An Argument Against the Claim of Mark Bauerlein on the Dumbest Generation (733 words, 2 pages)

Synthesis Question 1As part of what Mark Bauerlein refers to as the, dumbest, generation I feel forced to argue against this claim and for our intelligence. However false this claim may be his statement that we read less I must agree with, but only in the sense that he refers ... Read More

An Argument against Assisted Suicide In “Who’s Really Hurt by Assisted Suicide?”, an Article by Diane Coleman, a President and CEO of Not Dead Yet (795 words, 3 pages)

Rhetorical AnalysisWhos Really Hurt by Assisted Suicide?The article Whos Really Hurt by Assisted Suicide? by Diane Coleman published online at CNN.com in November 2014. The article is well written, although biased, however the article provides good arguments against legalizing assisted suicide. Coleman is President and CEO of Not Dead Yet, ... Read More

The Existence of Evil as Evidence Against the Existence of Omniscience, Omnipotence, and Omnibenevolence (522 words, 2 pages)

CLAIM The existence of evil is strong evidence against a being that is omniscient, omnipotent, and omnibenevolent (hereafter referred to as God), because an omniscient being would know about evil, an omnipotent being could eliminate evil, and an omnibenevolent being would want to eliminate evil.CLARIFICATION An evil is a very ... Read More

An Argument Against the Interpretation of Hamerow on the Failure of the 1848-49 German Revolution (1000 words, 2 pages)

To a large extent I disagree with Hamerows interpretation that the failure of the 1848-9 German Revolution was solely down the Liberals early mistakes. I agree that the Liberals were at fault for the Revolutions failure however Hamerow focuses too closely on their mistakes earlier on, neglecting to consider their ... Read More

An Argument Against the Introduction of New Programs for Immigration Citizenship (1840 words, 5 pages)

We Dont Need New Programs For Immigration CitizenshipIllegal immigrants should not be granted new or improved programs to easily become citizens. There is no need to change the status quo, as it will result in higher taxes overall, and completely overpopulate the United States. The problems presented by the affirmative ... Read More

An Argument Against the Rape Culture in the United States of America (1807 words, 5 pages)

Research PaperRape culture is situations in which sexual assault, rape, and general violence are ignored, trivialized, normalized, or made into jokes (Ridgway). Rape culture in the U.S. is being ignored by law officials. There is cases in which rape allegations are thrown out of court based off of growth development, ... Read More

A Discussion on Patrick Henry’s Speech at the Virginia Convention Supporting Military Action Against the British (409 words, 1 pages)

In March 23rd, 1775, Patrick Henry delivered a speech at the Virginia Convention supporting military action against the British. He gave this speech to convince delegates of the need for armed resistance. Henry wanted Virginia to send troops to fight the British. The House of Burgesses, which Henry was a ... Read More

A Discussion on the Discrimination Against People With HIV/AIDS (924 words, 3 pages)

Avert (n.d.), HIV AIDS stigma and discrimination, Retrieved February 20, 2015, from httpwww.avert.orghiv-aids-stigma-and-discrimination.htmThis source explores different ways to overcome stigma and discrimination against people with HIVAIDS and change peoples attitude toward HIVAIDS. It informs the reader that this can be achieved through legal processes, like enforcing the rights of the ... Read More

Understanding and Safeguarding against Fatal Diseases (842 words, 2 pages)

Infection has always been a paramount fear of humankind. However, nowadays, most infectious diseases that plagued prior generations are cured or preventable. Still, there are several diseases which have not yet been bested, and its important to know how they are transferred from person to person. First, a susceptible victim ... Read More

The Lack of Proper Punishment for the Abuse and Violence Against Women in Roxane Gay’s The Spectacle of Broken Men (2217 words, 7 pages)

The Spectacle of Abuse in Our CultureIn Roxane Gays essay The Spectacle of Broken Men, she argues that too many males, particularly male athletes, arent receiving the proper punishment for committing violence against women. She also claims that it is a phenomenon that these broken men are everywhere, and brings ... Read More

A Discussion on the Need for Children to Fight for Life Against Adults in Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights (518 words, 2 pages)

Children have to fight for life against adults who show almost no tenderness, love or mercy. Discuss this view with reference to adults and child relationships in Wuthering Heights.Life as a child can be wonderful as well as a real disaster when it comes to face adults who show almost ... Read More

An Argument Against Students Doing Part Time Jobs (363 words, 1 pages)

I think that teenagers should not work part time jobs because it is not as productive as other things you could be doing. When you work a part time job you have less time for other activities such as studying, homework and extracurricular activities. Students without jobs will probably have ... Read More

An Analysis of the Reasons Behind the Guards’ Actions in the Stanford Prison Experiment: Nature or Nurture? (724 words, 3 pages)

The Stanford Prison Experiment led to a debate on whether the guards actions were due to nature or nurture. Nature is based on genetics and nurture is based on the environment. In Stanford Prison Experiment by Saul McLeod, he discusses an experiment conducted by Philip Zimbardo, a psychologist. In this ... Read More

Civil Disobedience as a Tool Against Injustice in Society (961 words, 3 pages)

During the American Revolution, when America was still under British rule,the people rebelled in order to achieve the rights and justice that theybelieved they deserved. Agreeing to avoid the oppression that the Britishmonarchy created, the politicians of America transformed America into ademocratic society, promising freedom and "equality for all" however, ... Read More

An Analysis of the Arguments in Favor and Against Voting as a Civic Duty and the Right of Every Citizen to Vote (828 words, 2 pages)

1. One reason why I believe that people feel so strongly about voting isthat people view voting as a civic duty that, as citizens, we should allparticipate in. The United States is a representative democracy, whichmeans that it is led by people whom the citizens elect. If people don'tvote, then ... Read More

An Argument Against Horace’s Notion on the Creation of Talent through Adversity (525 words, 2 pages)

The Roman poet Horace once said adversity has the effect of eliciting talents which in prosperous circumstances would have lain dormant. And on the surface, there are numerous examples that support this statement our founding fathers, Martin Luther King Jr., and even our current president Barack Obama. But for every ... Read More

An Argument Against the Discrimination of Employees with Body Art in the Workplace (1456 words, 5 pages)

Today, a growing percentage of the population has body art other than just earrings. An article from The Independent Florida Alligator states that according to surveys, two out of five students have a body modification (meaning tattoos, piercings, scarifications, and other physical alterations)(Seng). According to the Pew Research Center, 36 ... Read More

An Analysis of Dave Zirin’s Argument Against Ultimate Frisbee Becoming an Olympic Sport (1178 words, 1 pages)

Recently, Ultimate Frisbee was recognized by the InternationalOlympic Committee. Due to it originating in the counterculture era in the1960s, it is often not recognized as a legitimate sport. In thisdiscussion, people debate whether or not Ultimate Frisbee should become anOlympic sport. Dave Zirin argues that Ultimate Frisbee should not become ... Read More

An Argument Against the Affirmative Action in Universities (612 words, 2 pages)

Our society today is heavily focused on higher education becauseeveryone knows that anyone who goes to Harvard or MIT or any other schoolof the the like will be a millionaire by the time he's 25. This beliefthat's been ingrained in us is actually beneficial. It encourages ournation's youth to study ... Read More

An Argument Against Single Sex Schools in the United States (568 words, 1 pages)

In modern society we think of schools as co-ed (meaning both sexes). Some however think its time for a change, single sex schools. While single sex schools may be good for some instance I am personally against it, as there is no definitive proof it helps students and in some ... Read More

The Haitian Revolution as the First Real Revolution Against Slavery in America (984 words, 4 pages)

Many of us do not take the meaning of the word 'slavery' very seriously. The reasonis most probably because we haven't personally experienced the life of a slave between the 15th and the 18th century. Slavery involves lynching, whipping, beating, being captured, excessively working unwillingly, rape, and death. African people ... Read More

An Argument against the Move of Harrisburg Area Community College to Ban Smoking (1845 words, 6 pages)

Smoking, to some, is a stress reliever, allowing them to release negative energy with every exhale. To others, its a way to fit in, to share a common interest with a random stranger. The small moments spent sharing a cigarette with someone may lead to great opportunities, an even gain ... Read More

An Essay against the Use of Death Penalty (862 words, 3 pages)

The death penalty, legal in 32 states and in the federal civilian and military legal systems. Illegal in 18 states, just this year Maryland abolished such an act. The death penalty is one of the most argued topics along with abortions and war.No one should have the power to choose ... Read More

Innocence and Experience in Vincent Benet’s Too Early Spring, John Updike’s A Sense of Shelter, and Bob Seger’s Against the Wind (1808 words, 5 pages)

Literature is described in the English dictionary as a written work or piece used to advertise an idea or a message in an artful taste. Typically, an author uses his or her work to illustrate themes which are danced around by society, and not discussed in full. The author uses ... Read More

A Critique of the Case against Perfection, an Essay by Michael J. Sandel (1167 words, 4 pages)

Critique of The Case Against PerfectionIn his essay The Case Against Perfection, Michael J. Sandel, a Harvard political philosophy professor, addresses the highly controversial topic of genetic engineering and does not ignore the fact that the advances in the field present both promise and peril. He argues in opposition of ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013