...Gouge US History I Professor Frye December 12, 2014 Abraham Lincoln Abraham Lincoln praised himself in American history by the role that he played in abolishing the institution of slavery, but he arrived at this distinction only after a long career of opposition to abolitionism. This at first seems paradoxical, for he had always actively disliked slavery, and he came into national prominence as a politician by strenuously opposing its extension into the territories. However, in the 1850s, with the breakup of the Whig Party, Lincoln parted ways with some of his oldest political associates by deciding to make common cause with anti-slavery activists in the newly formed Republican Party. Lincoln was always aware that slavery, though morally wrong in his eyes, was allowed by law, and he acknowledged that the rights of slave owners, both to retain their slaves and to have fugitive slaves returned, were clearly guaranteed in the Constitution. Before the outbreak of civil war, he advocated nothing that would directly challenge those rights. This position sharply distinguished him from abolitionists, many of who were actively involved in supporting runaway slaves, and all of whom viewed the returning of fugitive slaves as unconscionable, whatever the Constitution might dictate. The most radical abolitionists openly condemned the Constitution for its protection of slavery and rejected its authority. Lincoln never put his hatred for slavery ahead of his allegiance to the Constitution...
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...ABRAHAM LINCOLN Lincoln, Abraham (1809-65), US President and American civil war leader. His election was the proximate cause of the conflict and his political views shaped it. He was adamant that slavery was not the issue, but rather whether his vision of a unified continental empire would prevail over his opponents' traditional belief in a free association of sovereign states. Fort Sumter controlled the port of Charleston and symbolized his commitment to tariffs and economic autarky, bitterly opposed by the free-trading South. By deliberately provoking hostilities there, he accepted that most of the ‘upper eight’ slave states would secede or, like Kentucky, Missouri, and Maryland, adopt a hostile neutrality because of his policy. The length, cost, and ferocity of the war can also be attributed largely to him. He defined the conflict as between the USA and traitorous individuals in which the states had no standing, because to do otherwise would admit that the Union was not perpetual and that secession was constitutional. There could be no peace negotiations, no compromise, only unconditional surrender to a lawful police action. Lincoln's position predicated the grinding, exhausting struggle it was to become and from the outset, even when most believed in a prompt outcome, he implemented the ‘Anaconda Plan’ devised by army commander Scott for the slow suffocation of secession by sea and river. He was an ‘accidental’ president, virtually unknown nationally before 1860 and elected...
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...Q.1. What sum of money will amount to Rs3704.40 in 3 years at 5% compound interest. Solution : We have, A = Rs3704.40, n = 3, r = 5%. Using A = P(1 + r/100)n , we get 3704.40 = P(1 + 5/100)3 => 370440/100 = P ×21/20×21/20×21/20 Or, P = 370440/100×20/21×20/21×20/21= 3200 Hence, required sum of money = Rs3200. [Ans.] Q.2. What sum of money will amount to Rs3630 in two years at 10% per annum compound interest? Solution : Do yourself [Ans. = Rs3,000] Q.3. Calculate the compound interest for the second year on Rs8,000 invested for 3 years at 10% p.a. Solution : Do yourself. [Ans. = Rs880.] Q.4. At what rate percent p.a. compound interest would Rs80000 amount to Rs88200 in two years, interest being compounded yearly. Also find the amount after 3 years at the above rate of compound interest. Solution : Principal = Rs80000, Amount = Rs88200, Time = 2 years, Rate = ? n = 2. Using, A = P (1 + r/100)n, we get 88200 = 80000 (1 + r/100)2 Or, (1 + r/100)2 = 88200/80000 = 441/400 Or, (1 + r/100) = 21/20 Or, r/100 = 21/20 – 1 = 1/20 Or, r = 1/20×100 = 5% Second part, P = Rs80000, Time = 3 years, n = 3, r = 5%. [Ans.] A = 80000(1 + 5/100)3 = 80000(21/20)(21/20)(21/20) = Rs92610. [Ans.] Q.5. Ramesh invests Rs. 12800 for three years at the rate of 10% per annum compound interest. Find : i. The sum due to Ramesh at the end of the first year. ii. The interest he earns for the second year. iii. The total amount due to him at the end...
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...(Show video)- who would like to help these animals? So would I. My name is Lindsay, and I am going to talk to you about pet overpopulation. According to dogbreedinfo.com, only one out of ten dogs and one out of 12 cats will find a home. Meaning 800 dogs & cats are KILLED every HOUR. I have four dogs and two cats, all of which were adopted from a shelter or rescue. I want you, as my audience, to realize that by buying an animal from a breeder or pet store you are contributing to the pet overpopulation problem by creating demand for irresponsible breeding. By choosing to adopt, you will not only save a life, but you will also ensure that your adoption fee is going to help the next unwanted pet that comes in the door of that shelter. Another thing you can do to prevent over population is… Spay and Neuter your pets! By doing so you are ensuring that you do not become an “accidental breeder” American humane.org says that in many cases, these people will go on to become repeat offenders, engaging in a continuous cycle of irresponsible breeding or pet acquisition and disposal because they know they can easily find a new home for the animals. Some advantages: Spayed or neutered pets tend to live an average of 2-3 years longer than those that are unaltered. Spaying or neutering protects pets from some types of deadly cancers. It reduces the chance of pets running away or fighting. Dogs who have not been spayed or neutered may be three times more likely...
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...Antarah Ibn Shaddād al-'Absī is a pre-Islamic Arabian hero and poet, he was born 525 in Najd (the central part of the Arabian Peninsula) , He was the son of Shaddād, a well-respected member of the Arabian tribe of Banu Abs, his mother was named Zabaibah, of whom it has been claimed was an Ethiopian woman, whom Shaddad had enslaved after a tribal war. The tribe neglected Antara at first, and he grew up in servitude. Although it was fairly obvious that Shaddad was his father. Antara gained attention and respect for himself by his remarkable personal qualities and courage in battle, excelling as an accomplished poet and a mighty warrior. When the tribe needed his assistance to fend off another tribe in battle, Shaddād acknowledged Antara as his son, and granted him freedom. Antarah fell in love with his cousin Abla, and sought to marry her despite his status as a slave. But his uncle didn’t want antarah to marry abla so he asked antarah for a 1000 special kind of king alnoman camels as a dowry, and after the challenges he faced to get these 1000 camels his uncle refused to let him marry abla because he is not pure Arabian Antara's poetry is well preserved, and often talks of chivalry values, courage and heroism in battle, as well as his love for Abla. It was immortalized when one of his poems was included in the Hanged Poems. The poetry's historical and cultural importance stems from its detailed descriptions of battles, armour, weapons, horses, desert and other themes from his...
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...“Every 60 seconds, another animal is abused.” This statistic is from the ASPCA, they want to inspire people to donate and help animals from cruelty. This means that every minute of each day an animal is abused. Today, the ASPCA still helps prevent animal cruelty by protecting animals and giving them kind treatment. They protect animals by law and arrest animal abusers. They are a very popular charity and they are always ready to prevent cruelty. The ASPCA does their job effectively by protecting animals by law and fighting animal cruelty. The American Society for the Prevention of cruelty to Animals was the first humane society to be established in North America when they were founded in 1866. They are a privately funded 501 (C) (3) non-profit charity (“ASPCA”). The charity believes that animals deserve respectful treatment from humans and should be protected by laws. Their anti-cruelty mission has grown across the country and has two million supporters (“ASPCA”). Another part of their charity, The ASPCA Professional, provides resources for animal welfare professionals and volunteers to rescue groups (“ASPCA Professional”). They have different parts in the charity like The Behavioral Rehabilitation Center, The Adoption Center, and the ASPCA Animal Hospital. The ASPCA Professional’s goal is to help at risk animals while working with a professional audience. (“ASPCA Professional”). The charity believes animals should be treated fairly, they have made laws to protect them. The...
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...in your life? It can be happy or sad.) ?Nung mga panahong sobra akong minaliit kasi MATABA ako it was a turning point of life dahil that moment I feel like life so unfair. ? One handler from bicol discovered me ? ? ? Alin sa mga pangyayaring ito ang handa kang ikwento sa mga programa ng ABS-CBN tulad ng MMK? (Which among these highlights are you willing to share in ABS-CBN’s programs like MMK?) Ilagay ang iyong litrato. Paste you full or half body picture. Photo Here WAIVER AND RELEASE NAME OF PARTICIPANT : AGE : ADDRESS : AUDITION : As contestant in Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Season 5(“Program”) I certify the following: A. Eligibility and Participation 1. I am between the ages of eighteen (18) to thirty five (35) years as of 1 October 2013 until 31 August 2014, or in case I am submitting my application online (not exceeding one (1) minute in duration) of me describing myself, and without any music or other effects (“Online Video”). 2. I have voluntarily participated in the Audition conducted by ABS-CBN Corporation (“ABS-CBN”), without any compensation and I assume...
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...Sam Mirza CASE 9.2 Style of Case and Citation: Midler vs. Ford Motor Co. 849 f.2D 460 9th Cir. 1988 Court Rendering Final Decision: U.S. District Court Identification of Parties and Procedural Details: Ms. Midler (plaintiff), suit against Ford and Young & Rubicam for appropriation. The District Court entered judgment for Ford and Young & Rubicam, and Ms. Midler appealed. Discussion of the Facts: In 1985, Ford Motor Company and its advertising agency Young & Rubicam, Inc., advertised Ford Lincoln Mercury with series of 30 or 60 seconds TV commercials. Different popular songs of the 70s were used, and the agency tried to get the original singers to sing them. It failed to get the original singer, the agency used ‘sound-alike.’ Young & Rubicam requested that Ms. Midler sing the song, and she refused. Young & Rubicam hired a sound alike, instructing her to imitate Ms. Midler to the best of her ability. After the commercial aired, Ms. Midler and the sound alike were told by numerous people that it sounded exactly like her. Ms. Midler name and likeness were not used in the commercial, and Young & Rubicam had obtained permission from the copyright holder to use the song. Statement and Discussion of the legal Issues and Disputes: Ms. Midler pursued a common law claim against Young & Rubicam and Ford Motor Co., using her distinctive voice in an advertisement, which she had not authorized. She did not seek damages for use of the song, which would have been...
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...Lincoln Gives Its Big SUV a Face-Lift Ford Plans to Formally Unveil the Restyled Navigator at the Chicago Auto Show By JOSEPH B. WHITE The face that launched a thousand supertankers is getting a makeover. Ford Motor Co. F -2.28% 's Lincoln brand is giving a new face and some new features to its venerable Lincoln Navigator, the model that jump-started the fad for supersize, fuel-thirsty luxury sport-utility vehicles when it first made its debut in the late 1990s. The restyled Lincoln Navigator from Ford. Ford Motor Co. General Motors Co. GM -2.65% 's rival Cadillac brand at first balked at following the Navigator, then countered with its own plus-size Escalade SUV, which later grew into a family of luxury versions of GM's largest SUV models. A four-wheel drive 1999 Navigator had an estimated fuel economy of 12 miles per gallon in city and highway driving. That later improved to 15 miles per gallon. The 2008 recession and a series of gasoline price spikes slashed sales of the Navigator and Escalade, and ultimately killed off GM's Hummer brand of big, high-price SUVs. But the Navigator and the Escalade survived and both are now getting makeovers. GM is planning to roll out a redesigned Escalade this spring. The revamped Navigator will be in showrooms this fall, Ford said in a statement. Ford sold just 8,613 Navigators last year, up 2.9% from a year earlier, but about a fifth of the model's peak sales in 1998. The refreshed Navigator will get a new grille, with horizontal...
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...2017 Lincoln Town Car design 2017 Lincoln Town Car is a luxurious sedan car designed to give full luxury. Crown Victoria model is said to share its architectural design with is this new paradigm, 2017 Lincoln Town Car design. Therefore, Lincoln will be unveiling this new brand model with some predecessors styles element found in it though the design and concepts will be new. 2017 Lincoln Town Car will have a 400-HP version of the 3.0-liter supercharged Eco Boost motor with a concise designation 3.0 T modifications. Its body build from aluminum creates comfy drive as this will reduce its weight. The car has soft pneumatic suspension combined with sound insulation. The significant difference can be noted from its large wing grille and LED headlights. The chassis will be enhanced compared to the previous models. From its weight, we will have a better performance of the car with low fuel consumption. Its interior is incredibly fantastic as it is furnished with leather seats and preinstalled infotainment systems as well as satellite navigation. The suspension system is also upgraded for a more comfy zone without forgetting the consoles which have been upgraded too. The car will have a single choice for the engine as it is 2.7 l twin-turbocharged V6 EcoBoost. The incredible part comes from its 350HP more than 370 lb-ft of torque. The gearbox will be of automatic of 9-speed. Its acceleration is fantastic as one will be able to acceleration from 0 to 60mph in six seconds accelerating...
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...Everyone has courage that lives inside of them, but not everyone let's it free. Abraham Lincoln was full of courage throughout his whole life. Lincoln went from being illiterate as a child to becoming one of the most revolutionist presidents in history. The one thing that made Lincoln so powerful was that he was filled with determination and courage. Courage is something that we all can acquire if we have a reason to be motivated. Lincoln once said “ It often requires more courage to dare to do right than to fear to do wrong.” and he is completely right. Fears are what will hold you back from actually showing courage when it needs to be shown. First, courage is not something you are born with. Not one person that has shown acts of courage has just woke up one day and been full of courage. Lincoln was illiterate when he was a boy, but with determination he taught himself to read and write. Lincoln was born and raised in a log cabin on his family's farm. Lincoln's father wanted Lincoln to stop reading all the time, but Lincoln did not want to stop his fascination with reading. To settle the dispute Lincoln and his father decided to make a compromise. The compromise between the two was that Lincoln could keep reading, but he had to get his farm work done first. To be able to accomplish this task Lincoln would have to read at night by candle light after a long day filled with hard labor. Lincoln kept motivating himself and he was studying to become a lawyer before he became president...
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...The Union War “Without an appreciation of why loyal citizens believed a Union that guaranteed democratic self-government was worth great sacrifice, no accurate understanding of the Civil War era was possible” (Gallagher). I agree with this statement by Gallagher because if it wasn’t for the decisions and executions of the Union I am not sure if I would be living in a democratic, free society today. In The Union War, Gallagher “offers a companion volume that extends his manifesto against hindsight, what Gallagher calls the ‘Appomattox syndrome,’ to histories of the Union” (Gallagher, 79). According to Gallagher, researchers who work backward from emancipation and Reconstruction have expanded northern devotion to race, slavery, and abolition while complicating loyal Americans’ major war aim, the Union. The above quote stated by Gary Gallagher is one of the main causes as to why the North won the Civil War because with the joining of citizens who wanted to fight for their democratic government, it gave the Union more soldiers that wanted to fight than the Confederates. They won the Civil War simply because they had more people. The North won the Civil War they were on the right side of human ethical issues. They had their best interest in helping the morals of humans and this alone helps citizens be able to trust the Union’s tendencies and this can also make a citizen loyal. The North clearly had more men to fight for them and there were more people that wanted to end slavery,...
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...Unit IV: Continuing Sectionalism, Civil War, And Reconstruction. 1853 To 1877 1. Kansas-Nebraska Act, 1854 – A Bill introduced by Steven Douglas to organize the Nebraska territory. He hoped to build a transcontinental railroad making Chicago the terminus, but they could not do this until the Indians were cleared away and the land was in control. Nebraska would presumably become a free state due to the Missouri Compromise but to please the South Douglas argued that the territories should be left open to popular sovereignty. Douglas pushed for the bill and won, therefore the Missouri Compromise was repealed and the North was in an uproar. 2. Birth of the Republican Party- Made up of former Free Soilers, Conscience Whigs, and “Anti-Nebraska” Democrats. Presented themselves as the party of freedom though they were not abolitionist, but they believed that slavery be kept out of the territories. The Republican Party appealed too many to voters who not only disagreed with slavery but also wanted to keep slavery out of their states. 3. Stephan A. Douglas- Known as the “Little Giant,” he was the most prominent spokesman of the Young American movement. He held a series of state offices before being elected for the United States Senate at the age of 29. Douglas wanted to get on with the development of the nation; to build railroads, acquire new territory, and expand trade. This made him suggest and push for the Kansas-Nebraska Act. 4. Popular Sovereignty- Also known as...
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...political and civil equality for blacks and denial for the political rights of whites. 1865-1877 in the U.S. history, was a period of readjustment following the civil war. The defeated south was ruined, physical destruction brought upon by the invading union forces were great, and the old social economic order founded on slavery had collapsed with nothing to replace it. There were 11 confederate states that needed to be restored to their positions in the union. Radical Republican leaders argued that slavery and the slave power had to be permanently destroyed, and all forms of confederate nationalism had to be suppressed. Before the end of the war, President Lincoln began the task of restoration. “Lincoln was motivated with a desire to build a strong republican party in the south and to end the bitterness developed by the war.” Lincoln issued a proclamation on December 8, 1863 of amnesty and reconstruction for those areas of the...
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...The American Civil War In my final project I would like to try to describe the American Civil War. I chose this topic, because I think there are still disparities between the South and the North. I would like to learn something more about it. I would also like to discuss racial problems. In my opinion it is interesting to show a different perspective of slavery during the war and African American’s status these days. This project should also remind people of what the American Civil War was about. The Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Causes o the war 3. Abolitionism 4. The war 5. Characteristics and results of the war 6. Reconstruction period 1. Introduction The American Civil war was an armed conflict that took place between the States of the Union (today's founding states of the USA) and the Confederation of States (11 states that wanted to secede from the Union). The war lasted from 1861 – 1865. This war is also known as the North versus the South. 2. Causes of the war • Difference between the North and the South The North - industry, coal mining and processing iron, financial, more people, slavery was prohibited The South – agriculture, cultivation of tobacco, cotton and sugar cane, backward industry, legal slavery • Slavery Slavery was the most obvious reason for the war. The northern states wanted to ban slavery throughout the USA, while the southern states feared, that it would destroy their economy. The balance between "free states"...
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