...Everything that is mentioned in the 13th amendment makes sense minus this one part that says “except as a punishment for crime.” Basically that says you can punish or criminal with slavery, and that exists in the US and we do it all over the country all the time. It is called prison labor. We are kind of familiar with the idea. Prisoners making license plates is the classic example. But that is the tip of the iceberg. Across the country convicts do work in carpentry, swing, mining, packaging, fire fighting, telemarketing, fish farming, and artisanal cheese-making. The last example is why this is back in the news. Whole food took some flak for selling felon made cheese and at pretty hefty markup. According to the Civil Liberties Union, this...
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...Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation freed slaves, but didn’t end it, so the President focused on making an amendment that would do so. The Thirteenth Amendment was then made, where slavery was banned in the United States and its territory. If not obedient, Congress can further enforce it with appropriate terms. “History.com Staff Thirteenth Amendment and Shmoop.com 13th Amendment”. The Fourteenth Amendment was added to the Constitution on July 9, 1868. The amendment was passed by Radical Republicans in Congress to protect free black slaves’ rights and liberties by giving citizenship to an U.S. born citizen; prohibiting states to take away their privileges, guaranteed due process of law if unfair laws are passed, nor deny a person's equal protection despite discrimination of certain groups. “PBS and Shmoop.com 14th Amendment”. The Fifteenth Amendment was added to the Constitution on February 3, 1870. In the original Constitution, the right to vote was different in each state and to resolve that, the Supreme Court passed an amendment so U.S. citizens had the right to vote regardless of race which helped African-Americans...
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...Across the nation, there are some states that are attempting to add the 28th Amendment. This amendment would require the U.S. budget to limit the amount of spending in America, and as a result the debt. Specifically, it is Republicans who are trying to pass this amendment and have done so since the early to mid-1990s. This week, 19 Republican lawmakers and 71 Republican delegates, from different states, are meeting in Arizona. They plan to propose the amendment through the process of using a National Convention. 2/3 of the state legislatures must request for the convention to occur, and they currently have 27. However, many people are not happy with these states actions. Democrats have refused to show and some people are in outrage. Outside the convention hall, people are claiming they shouldn’t change the Constitution this way because “they are no Hamilton. They are no Jefferson”. Also are people are worried about other issues the national convention would cause. If the national convention is approved, it is feared that it will go off track and the delegates will change other amendments. The amendment could even risk economic issues, such as recessions or extreme job loss. But even with the harsh opposition, the states involved hope to cut the deficit so that future generations don’t have to deal with today’s problems. While this is a modern day article, it deals with the Constitution and Article V. In the Constitution, Article V, there are two ways to propose an amendment...
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...I, Fredrick White, and my colleagues have successfully passed the 13th Amendment which has officially abolished slavery. This success was an immense victory to us Radical Republicans. We are in celebration of this amendment and a step closer of bettering Freedmen’s lives since the abolition of slavery has become the law of the land. We were very lucky to have added this quickly, because if the Southern States had been accepted into the Union we wouldn’t have been able to pass the amendment. I still believe that those Southerners shouldn’t even be allowed to have a voice in our politics after all they have done, even if they have joined back into the Union. President Andrew Johnson is much too lenient to his fellow Southerners and something must be done, but passing the 13th Amendment is a step in the right direction....
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...The document, 13TH, was found on Netflix. Argument found in the 13th was that the 13th Amendment grants freedom to all with the exception of criminals, when actually the actions taken with this amendment was being targeted towards people of color. Agree: People of color, but mainly African Americans are seen as “monsters, animals, and rapists” and being put into prison for unnecessary reasons. For instance loitering and vagrancy. African Americans were treated poorly because of stereotypes made against them, how they were viewed by the whites and by the government. The incident with the Crack Cocaine would be an example. Crack cocaine became an extensive crime around the mid-1980s. Anyone who had possession of crack cocaine was automatically...
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...Should the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution be repealed or amended? Personally, I believe that the Second Amendment should be repealed because one, having a gun in your possession or on you property doesn’t always guarantee that you will be safe and protected, two, the extreme increase in the crime rate and deaths in the United States, and finally because the healthcare system is in jeopardy, because of guns. Individuals state that they keep a gun or guns in their house to protect themselves and their families from criminals but statistics have shown that you’re less safe if you have a gun in your house. An Emory University study concluded, “For every time a gun is used in self-defense in the home, there are 7 assaults or murders, 11 suicide attempts, and 4 accidents involving guns in the home.” Individuals say they have guns for self-defense, but if self-defense is a matter for the Constitution, then what about burglar alarms? Should ADT get an amendment? Second, the freedoms outlined in the Bill of Rights and the further amendments beyond it generally state the consept of basic human rights and American democracy. Individuals who have their mind set on something, normally don’t change their minds, how many more children, teenagers, elderly and law enforcement officials are going to have to die before America relizes that guns ARE NO BUENO!! 95% of all Americans own a firearm. That percentage personally I believe is entirely way to high. Finally, if we’re...
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...With the 13th amendment just being passed and ratified, it is an extremely controversial topic. The 13th amendment has abolished slavery and finally put an end to the war, in our hearts and minds as well as on the battlefield, we have had to deal with over the last decade. SInce the constitution was written the Framers wanted slavery to be illegal, but due to the South’s profit and our unstable government at the time it was irrational to do so at that time. But the time has come and we are now faced with the question, what will happen next? As being from the Pennsylvania, I, myself, am anti-slavery and am in favor of this amendment. The northern states has always done what they see as right, and slavery is not moral according to us. We see...
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...only way to not get pregnant is through the choice of abstinence, but they still choose to have sex. With this being a problem it makes abortion look really evil due to careless and selfish choices that women are making today. Abortion has been overthrown and battled in many courts with different cases and the procedure of abortion has granted because the right of the constitution protects the choices that women make with the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendment. The constitution protects the rights of women in many different ways including the choice of what women want to do with their bodies. These three amendments make abortion legal and create a bigger problem of diminishing this evil operation for the fact that abortion has been approved by judges all across America. In prior cases, such as Roe vs. Wade, argue that in the case of abortion, it is unconstitutional to take the rights of women away as a citizen and force women to birth a child. In the case of Roe vs. Wade, abortion was granted and deemed constitutional and this decision was based on the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendment. Although this is only one case, there are many...
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...Exotic Smokes Cigarette Company Consumer Behavior Outline MKT/554 June 13th, 2011 Exotic Smokes Cigarette Consumer Behavior Exotic Smokes Cigarette Company (ESCC) has employed TRIAAD Research Group to analyze and outline consumer behavior, needs, and desire for fruit and candy flavored cigarettes. ESCC will target 18-25 year old customers implementing a $25 million dollar advertising campaign. Competition and Tobacco Information Tobacco is a global industry native to America and can be grown on any warm and moist continent. Presently there are six main manufacturers of cigarettes in the United States consisting of; RJR Nabisco, Inc, B.A.T. Industries, Loews Corporation, Liggett Group, and Phillip Morris. China, India, and Brazil were the three top sellers of tobacco in 2000 with the United States being fourth. Joanna Johnson (2010) states the British American Tobacco (BAT) reports the market share leaders as Phillip Morris International (PMI) - 16%, British American Tobacco (BAT) - 13%, Japan Tobacco International (JTI) - 11%, and Imperial Tobacco - 6%. Top Five International Brands • Marlboro • Winston • Mild Seven • LM • Kent Top US Tobacco Companies • Altria • Lorillard • Reynolds American Consumer Perception A quote posted by "I’ll tell you why I like the cigarette business. It cost a penny to make. Sell it for a dollar. It’s addictive. And there’s a fantastic...
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...billion in the past four quarters. GM headed toward its 13th consecutive unprofitable year in Europe, a stretch in which it's lost more than $16 billion. 2. Solving pension issues. Evidence: The automaker hopes to reduce its $134 billion long-term global pension obligations by $26 billion, a problem that has been a noose around GM’s neck for years. Chosen problem: Solve pension issues.it accounts for a greater amounts of money.Secondly, Pension is a never ending issue till the company survives B. Alternative course of action to address the problem- -Lump-sum pension to ease obligation, reduce its long-term pension liabilities for salaried workers. -Offer 42,000 white-collar retirees in the U.S. a lump-sum payment in lieu of their monthly pension check and will transfer pension responsibility for 76,000 others to a group annuity plan managed by Prudential Insurance. -reduce its $134 billion long-term global pension obligations by $26 billion. - The company’s global pension plans are underfunded by $25 billion - A buyout program for G.M.’s union retirees would further reduce long-term obligations. The company has more than 400,000 blue-collar retirees and surviving spouses Pros for GM - Significantly reducing GM’s ongoing pension liabilities. - It’ll help strengthen its balance sheet Pros of lump-sum pension plan for retirees - Control of the assets .. -Lump sums offer broader, more flexible legacy planning options Cons of lump-sum plan for retirees Investment risk. ...
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...Date – 13th July , 2015 To, Mr. Thomas Green Senior Marketing Specialist Display Dynamics. Subject: Recommendation to improve the crisis situation between Mr. Green and Frank Davis Dear Mr. Green, Please find an attached report on the recommendations to ameliorate the crisis situation between you and Frank Davis. The recommendations have been made after incisive analysis of the circumstances and their affect on the existing situation. Apposite suggestions have been offered after analysing the pros and cons of each option depending on their viability. I believe a little alignment in the working style as per the expectations of Mr. Frank Davis would help in creating a status quo. Best regards, Adrian Bale, Royce and Mathers Consultancy Encl. 1) Executive Summary 2) Detailed Report Table of contents Executive summary……………………………………………………………………….4 Problem analysis.........................................................................................................5 Problem statement………………………………………………………………………..6 Prioritized criteria………………………………………………………………………...6 Options…………………………………………………………………………………...6 Evaluation of options…………………………………………………………………….7,8,9 Recommendation…………………………………………………………………………10 Action plan……………………………………………………………………………….10 Contingency plan………………………………………………………………………...11 Executive Summary: In March, 2007 Thomas Green was recruited by Dynamic Displays for an account executive...
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...October 18, 2013 Socialism vs. Capitalism Contemporary History Professor Quincy Harris Capitalism and Socialism are two different types of systems. There lies a huge difference between the beliefs of both. I plan to discuss the differences of each and discuss the pros and cons of both as well as discuss which would be better for Americans. Sometime between 16th and 19th century capitalism first appeared. Once Feudalism failed Capitalism became the stronger system used in the western world. During the time of the Industrial Revolution Capitalism spread throughout the world. In order to become an industrialized nation then Capitalism had to be embraced. Socialism’s movement was started by Karl Marx (intellectual advocate.) Socialism is an economic system characterized by social ownership of the production and co-operative management of the economy. Socialism first appeared during the 19th century. According to (Historyworld.net).The essential characteristics of capitalism only become evident with an increase in scale in two quite separate contexts. One is the formation of joint-stock companies, in which investors pool their resources for a major commercial undertaking. The other, not evident until the Industrial Revolution, is the development of factories in which large numbers of workers are employed in a single private enterprise. Speculative trading enterprises in the Middle Ages are undertaken by individual merchants, operating in family groups or partnerships but...
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...Consensual Relationship Agreements BUS 520 April 3, 2012 Abstract This report will examine the issue of consensual relationship agreements (CRA), also known as love contracts, within the workplace. It will define what a CRA is, and argue for the use of CRAs in the workplace and argue against the use of CRAs in the workplace. It will also address the ethical principles involved in the use of CRAs and offer another option to CRAs that would address workplace romances. Consensual Relationship Agreements or CRAs are known to some people as love contracts. Lawyers may define it as a liability of intimacy, and a U.S Military member will be familiar with the term PDA or Public Display of Affection. Regardless of which sector a person is employed, they may be subject to a company's policy on dating or consensually becoming involved in romantic relationships with other employees in their workplace. We can best define CRA's as a document, presented by human resources, and signed voluntarily by both employees, acknowledging a "consensual" relationship. This contract is to specifically state in writing, that a romantic relationship will not interfere with job performance, and reiterates the principles of the company's harassment policy. The agreement will require arbitration rather than a harassment grievance if for any reason the relationship ends, which protects the employer of any liability of any claim being presented at a later date...
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...Business Model and Strategic Plan Part I: Conceptualizing a New Product or Service Division of an Existing Business Nikki Dockery BUS475 – Integrated Business Topics December 1, 2014 Dr. Sarita Wesley Business Model and Strategic Plan Part I: Conceptualizing a New Product or Service Division of an Existing Business Innovation is evolution within the business world, without it all businesses would stay at a standstill. In order for a business to go anywhere, they need to evolve and grow with the companies around them in which they may compete, as well as with their customers. If a business does not grow with their customers, then those customers will find a business that is better for them. Within the confectioner’s world, there are very few that cater 100% to their customers’ needs or wants. In my surrounding area many individuals can only buy their cakes, cupcakes, cookies, chocolates, etc., from the grocery store. Limiting personalization for those wanting specific pieces. None of these locations provide any type of “treats” that specify to the 21 and older crowd. As a home baker (starting off with baby steps) experimenting with flavors and liquor has peeked some interest with potential clients. There are no other locations that they can go to get their favorite cake flavor and have it infused with their favorite liquor. Business, Product, and Customers: Mission Statement. According to Pearce and Robinson (2009), the mission of a company is the unique purpose that...
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...| 3 | Gun Control: Pros (i) Disarm and Control Citizens (ii) Better Management (iii) Reduce Crime Rate and Death Rate | 3-4 | 4 | Gun Control: Cons (i) People’s Life Unsecured (ii) Women’s Safety Unguaranteed (iii) Spring Up of Black Markets (iv) Conflict with Democracy | 5-7 | 5 | Conclusion | 8 | 6 | References | 9 | Introduction: A gun is a normally tubular weapon or other device designed to discharge projectiles or other material (The Chambers Dictionary). The first devices identified as guns appeared in China around 1000AD, and by the 12th century the technology was spreading through the rest of Asia, and into Europe by the 13th century (Herbst). Gun control is a policy that the government limits the keeping and using of guns by citizens. According to Firearms and Federal Law: The Gun Control Act Of 1968, the Gun Control Act is designed to "provide support to Federal, State, and local law enforcement officials in their fight against crime and violence." (Journal of Legal Studies). Firearm is an epochal invention. But unfortunately, no matter in the past or now, guns and firearms are often misused. Therefore, gun control policy exists. In fact, the gun control policy leads both pros and cons. Policy of gun control is always a hot topic argued by gun control advocates and gun rights organizations. In this assignment, we will discuss about the pros and the cons that may causes by the gun control policy. Gun Control: Pros Since guns and firearms...
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