...12/8/09 Christian Service Learning Essay: Circle of Faith-In-Action Through the story of the king and the sparrow, we come to realize the implications that social justice has on a community. In following the circle of faith-in-action, we realize the king became aware, analyzed, and acted only after his death. The circle of faith-in-action began with the king's awareness of his people's suffering, then he analyzed his options to help, finally he acted by removing his jewels to help those in need. Although the king directly supported those in need through monetary donations, he effectively neglected their long term needs to survive. In relation to the story of the king, American society and culture can be used as a counterpoint to such generosity and kindness. America's materialistic and selfish society evokes a sense of disdain and contempt for those who are truly in need. However, when the materialistic age of the wanton spending of wealth comes to an end; Americans may become aware, analyze, and act. The capitalistic culture of America demands a constant stream of funding through materialistic nature of the American public. Through the public's purchasing of unnecessary goods, American businesses are able to grow and expand, a necessary factor of all capitalistic corporations. However, the fundamentally flawed idea of materialistic needs is drilled into the brain of every American at birth, inevitably leading to a mass consensus. Through advertisements, Americans are...
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...This essay was written by our national hero about 100 years ago. So it is probably high time for us to find out how we fared and how close we were to this predictions, and how we can learn from it. Dr. Rizal predicted two options for the Filipino People during his time. First, Filipinas would be considered Spanish territory, but this would happen if and only if the Filipinos were treated with respect and equality under law, and only if liberalization happens. Yes, it did not happen, so the second option, that the Filipinos would shake off the Spanish yoke, came true. So this is what we are going to follow, and we will compare and contrast what Dr Rizal predicted and what actually happened. Dr. Rizal predicted that the revolution would be bloody, and by bloody hell it was. Filipinos fought tenaciously, that is until the Americans came. Dr. Rizal also predicted that the Americans would come, however he predicted that it would be unlikely since "this is contrary to her traditions." However, America did this through cunning and not through direct military conflict, and to hell with traditions! Americans had been hypocrites... And i hope they will no longer be. Reading through the essays of Rizal, one could say that the hero is not just as great writer but a great Historian as well. His essay, The Philippines a Century Hence presents a radical prophesy of Rizal of how the Philippines would be through the century. Rizal presented a clear idea of how our Motherland will...
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...History Whanon Essay isaac clouse 10/2/14 p.2 g.8 history whanon Columbus, a man normally sailing to India to gather spices and riches, unintentionally came here to what we know as, America. I firmly believe that colonizing in the new world, was worth the cost,there are many reasons as to why i particularly join this side of the argument.Colonizing in the new world, although, it was very terrorizing,not only me, but the fellow inhabitants that were tricked and forced into labor, but the settlers gained great fortune and earned massive advantages like stopping other countries from taking over the new world.Here are certain ways as to how the settlers accomplished these advantages. These inhabitants that i speak of are not only terrified but they are "destitute of bear arms."This of course gives the settlers a huge advantage at conquering.The new settlers, well, can practically destroy the native Americans as if a boot were to step on an ant hill. Columbus and his men not only killed native Americans, but they retrieved gold from them as well as fertile land.Having all of these resources raining on them was magnificent,maybe too magnificent.magnificent. Columbus and his...
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...and on). THEME OF THIS YEAR’S ESSAY COMPETITION: “WOMEN IN ZIONISM: PAST AND PRESENT” This year’s contest celebrates the upcoming 30th anniversary of the ordination of women as Conservative Rabbis. ESSAY FORMAT: Choose one of the questions below, making sure you answer all parts of the question: 1) Jewish women have been involved in Zionism, and later the State of Israel, from its early years both in Eretz Yisrael and in the Diaspora. Choose two women actively involved in Zionism or the Zionist movement: one from the pre-State years or the first three decades of the State of Israel (1935-1978, either from Eretz Yisrael or the Diaspora) and one involved today (2004-2014, again from either location). a. Give a short history of your chosen figures, explaining why you chose those two women. b. Compare and contrast the challenges faced by both women in their advancement towards leadership in the Zionist Movement and/or Israeli politics; what pathways were open to them, their experiences and successes. 2) Women in Israel have been guaranteed equality since the dawn of the State. The Israeli Declaration of Independence states, “The State of Israel… will ensure complete equality of social and political rights to all its inhabitants irrespective of religion, race or sex.” Even so, as in North America, the path for women has not always been easy. a. Compare and contrast the opportunities for women’s advancement in Israel versus the Diaspora in North America. b. Choose 2 women from the same...
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...Scott Russell Sanders responds to an essay by Salman Rushdie, a writer who left his home country native India for England. Sanders explains through various tricolons, and hyperboles, why migration is not always a good thing. Sanders uses hyperboles to exaggerate the unknown fact that moving place to place, forcing cultures onto the next is not the pathway to success as Rushdie believes is. Sanders states “The habit of our industry and commerce has been to force identical schemes onto differing locals, as through the mind were a cookie-cutter and the land were dough.” By cookie cutter I think Sanders means forcing something to be what it is not, moving consistently you never have a chance of making a “durable home for yourself or your decedents.” You will never have any roots if you continue to move from place to place. Not enough respect goes into where we root ourselves as stated “when we cease to be migrants and become inhabitants, we might begin to pay enough heed and respect to where we are.” Sanders exaggerates that the one and only plus of migrating would be “to be a migrant is, perhaps, to be the only species of human being free of the shackles of nationalism.” He doesn’t mean...
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...Latin America Midterm I. Brief Identifications: 1. Indio’s- the Pre-Columbian inhabitants of North and South America. Also known as Pueblos, they are Spanish speakers and usually indulge in hunting and gathering as their tradition. 2. Creoles- an American-born Spaniard in Spanish colonies, descended from the original French settlers of the southern United States, especially Louisiana. II. General Identifications: 1. Conquistadors- A conqueror, the 16-century Spanish soldiers who defeated Indian civilizations of Central America. 2. Sapa Inca- the Inca was the powerful emperor and leader of the Inca people, which basically means emperor. 3. Cannibal Law 1503- In 1503 Queen Isabella of Spain, created a law that prohibited the arrest or capture of her new children stating further that, no harm or evil was permitted against their person or possessions. 4. Royal Fifth- An old royal tax that reserves to monarch for metals acquired by subjects as treasure or extracted mining, instituted in Muslim states. III. Specific Identifications: 1. Hernan Cortes- Spanish conquistador, who defeated the Aztecs and conquered Mexico, led an expedition and brought large portions of mainland Mexico. 2. Hernando De Soto- Spanish explorer and conquistador while leading the first European expedition into territory of the modern-day United State. 3. Montezuma II- Last Aztec emperor in Mexico and was overthrown and killed by Hernando Cortés. 4. Francisco...
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...of the American dream. I am fist generation American. My parents came from a small island along the Adriatic coast in Croatia. During the summer months, the island is home to about three hundred people due to tourism. The population of permanent year-long residents hovers just below one hundred. The population of this small island called Susak suffered a significant drop in the 1960’s, when many inhabitants left the island and immigrated to the United States in order to pursue the American dream. Once settled, many of the immigrants settled in New Jersey, particularly Hoboken and Jersey City, and found blue collar work to help support and start a family. Slowly the immigrants from Susak began to live the American dream and their acculturation into American ideals began. With little education, no money, and no way to communicate with their neighbors, these new Americans were forced to adapt to the new culture they were surrounded by. Forty years later, after hours of hard work and dedication, many of these immigrants and their children have been successful at living the America dream. My parents, in particular, have raised four children and put them through college. Through their dedication and hard, my brothers and sisters and I have learned the importance of hard work and determination. Though my parents have slowly become more attune with American ideals through the years, they have never strayed from their true values and commitments, which they in turn have passed to...
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...experiences and family history give the reader a more personal view of the trials and tribulations of a typical Mexican family. The combination of these different writing techniques make the reader empathize with the Mexican people’s struggle, by providing a new perspective on the conflict between Mexico and the United States and its impact. Anzaldúa uses a substantial amount of background information and history to provide context for her audience. She begins by explaining that the oldest evidence of human existence in the United States, is from the ancestors of the Chicanos, who settled there in 35,000 B.C. (Anzaldúa 41). This initial piece of history is important because it shows that the ancestors of the Chicanos were the first inhabitants of the land that is now modern day Texas. This land was theirs, until whites illegally migrated there and later forced the Natives out. “Some call themselves Chicanos and see themselves as people whose true homeland is Aztlán [the U.S. Southwest]” (Anzaldúa 39). Anzaldúa informs her reader of this atrocity, to give them an alternative perspective on illegal immigration. Rather than viewing illegal immigration as people...
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...Warming: Fact Or Fiction Thesis statement: One of the most debated topics in America today is Global Warming. Regardless of whether or not it is fact or fiction, the American public needs to pay more attention to growing scientific evidence, and make a greater attempt to ensure a prosperous future. I. The Problem A. The Problems Are Just Beginning B. Man Is Having An Affect II. The Ecosystem A. The Domino Affect B. A Few Degrees Of Consequence III. Not Just Hot Air A. Crying Wolf B. Uninformed Public IV. The Real Problems A. Short Term Ideals B. Selfish Americans C. Religion D. Big Bussiness V. What Can Be Done A. Think Long Term Global Warming: Fact or Fiction? Most skeptics of Global Warming have said and will say again, “The earth has taken care of itself for millions of years. It goes through cycles from time to time. It doesn’t matter what humans do, Mother Nature is stronger than us all.” Although these opinions have some truth and relevance in the argument against the reality of Global Warming and its effects on the planet, it also seems incredibly short sighted to not explore the emerging data that has continued to grow in recent years supporting the idea that humans do indeed have an affect on how the planet and her inhabitants will continue to live and grow in the years to come. With advances in technology...
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...colonies revolted, we need to understand the different social, economic and political structures of the thirteen colonies and the gradual coming of a noticeable American way of life. In this essay we are outlining chapter five-Colonial Society on the Eve of Revolution 1700-1775 covering all aspects of the colonial society. Conquest by the cradle-The common distinguishing feature of all the colonies was lusty population growth (Kennedy & Cohen, n.d.). By 1775 the population increased to 2.5 million people. Thus, there was shift in the balance of power by 1775. A Mingling of the Races-Colonial America was like a melting pot. In 1775, Germans were 6%of the total population and most of them settled in Pennsylvania. Scots-Irish were 7% of the total population and about 5% of the multicolored population was of French Huguenots, Welsh, Dutch, Swedes, Jews, Irish, Swiss, and Scots Highlanders. By mid 1700s, 2/3 of the taxable wealth was owned by the richest of 10% of Bostonians and Philadelphians. The black slaves were the lowest class in society (Kennedy & Cohen, n.d.)....
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...Written Assignment 4: Essay on Barack Obama’s speech at the Groundbreaking Ceremony of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial (2006) Even when a life ends, a soul can manage to live on with the people who it has left behind. This can appear through memorable deeds that a life can have managed to make before it passes. The above is what Barack Obama’s speech at the Groundbreaking Ceremony of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial from 2006 is about. Through the use of many of the same rhetorical instruments that Martin Luther King used before him, Obama establishes not only what Martin Luther King meant to America but also what he means to Obama on a personal level. In the following, I will make a rhetorical analysis and interpretation of the speech. The speech can be described as being an occasion speech which means that Obama’s aim is for him to entertain his audience at the memorial, by interpreting his vision of Martin Luther King Jr. The speaker is Barack Obama who is an African-American senator and soon-to-be presidential candidate in the United States. The audience for his speech is the participating to the national memorial, but primarily the speech is meant for the African-American inhabitants. He entertains his audience by reminding them of the great things that King has accomplished for the African-Americans in the United States of America: “I will tell them that because he did these things, they live today with the freedom God intended...
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...Ivo Lindemeyer Mr.Drezel global 21 revolution Essay In 1789, the flame of the French Revolution sparked the beginning of the battle for liberty, equality and fraternity for the colonies in San Domingue. Bringing about the Haitian Revolution. Both of these revolutions are characterized by the oppression bestowed upon the people by their governments, their enlightenment inspired ideals and their success upon overthrowing their government. According to Crane Brinton’s theory, A government is in the beginning of a revolution once it enters the incubation stage. This stage is characterized a sense of government injustice and a rigid division of social classes . Both of which were experienced by the public of both revolutions. in document 3, it illustrates the state system prior to the french revolution. The clergy (first state), and nobility (second state) where all dependent on the exploitment of the Bourgeoisie (third state). like document 4 describes “ the inhabitants observed that they alone have been charged with the mass of taxes, while their seigneur, who farms much of the land in the parish, enjoys total exemption.” This then lead on to be one of the leading causes of the french revolution. A comparison to this was the rigid social classes in latin america. The peninsulares and creoles controlled the land and made up about 23% of the population. while the lower classes were made up of people of mixed races such as mestizos and mulattoes or “castas”...
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...CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN MANAGEMENT WORD COUNT: 2568 Date of submission: 07/01/2013 Q. Referring to material from the unit, critically evaluate how the passage relates to issues concerning the business activities of MNCs and the concept of ethical leadership. ‘For however strong you may be in respect of your army, it is essential that in entering a new Province you should have the good will of its inhabitants. Hence it happened that Louis XII of France, speedily gaining possession of Milan, as speedily lost it; … For the very people who had opened the gates to the French King, when they found themselves deceived in their expectations and hopes of future benefits, could not put up with the insolence of their new ruler.’ ‘I conclude, therefore, that when a prince has the goodwill of the people he must not worry about conspiracies; but when the people are hostile and regard him with hatred he must go in fear of everything and everyone. Well-organized states and wise princes have always taken great pains not to make the nobles despair, and to satisfy the people and keep them content; this is one of the most important tasks a prince must undertake.’ (Machiavelli, 1513) A. The extract from Machiavelli’s, The Prince demonstrates a strong correlation to the issues involved in the business activities of modern day MNCs and the concept of ethical leadership. According to Resick, Hanges, Dickson, & Mitcheluson (2006), analysing data from the global leadership and...
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...RSST Task 1 Kayode Bristol Western Governors University (SST1) This essay will endeavor to explain the characteristics of the nation-state and transnational entities by first providing modern examples of the following categories: Nation, State, and Nation-state. Initially, the United States with be excluded from examination. However, the United States will be used a model for modern nation-state. Attributes of the United States, such as, fixed territory, sovereignty, and common culture will be explored in order to demonstrate how the United States fits the model of modern Nation-state before briefly describing 2 of the United States’ foreign policy objectives. The European Union, a prime example of a transnational entity, will be explored, starting with a description of the historical events and interests that led to its creation. The structural and functional attributes of the European Union will then be explored before delving into its foreign policy objectives. At this point, the reader should have a thorough understanding of nation-states and transnational entities from both an academic and practical perspective through the use of modern examples. The foundation help to facilitate the exploration and analysis of the interaction of transnational entities and nation-states as it pertains to the foreign policy objectives of each. Finally, we illuminate the consequences of these interactions and its effect on international politics. A nation can be roughly defined...
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...rights to the people by limiting the government’s own reach. We will be comparing and contrasting the American constitution against the Iraqi constitution. Both constitutions are codified. Under the patronage of a British military occupation in 1925, Iraqis first constitution entered into force which then formed a monarchy which remained in effect until in 1958, the revolution established a republic. Interim constitutions have been adopted over the years but a referendum that took place in 2005 approved the constitution currently being used by Iraqis. On the other hand the American constitution is considered foundation and basis of the legal right to exercise power over another (authority) essential to the existence of the United States of America and the federal government of the United States. It grants the framework for the institute of the United States government and for the rapport of the federal government to the states, to citizens, and to all people within the United States. Both constitutions empathize on democracy. The constitutions seek to protect the dignity and liberty of man. The constitutions forbid any kind of emotional, psychological, or physical torture. Both constitutions are mindful of the welfare and security of its people despite the freedom of communication the constitutions provide that the freedom can be breached by a judicial decision whenever...
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