... Submit yourthesis statement in the box below:: The film Milk proves that one can alter his or her political sensibilities on any issue when he or she is presented with a new way of viewing things. 2. Develop three (3) topic sentences that articulate the major ideas that will comprise the body of your essay. Remember that your topic sentences should clearly state the argument or point to be made in the respective paragraphs. Submit your topic sentences in the box below:: 1. Milk demonstrated to Cleve Jones the responsibility that every person has as a citizen to help one's government and society grow and become better. 2. Harvey Milk guided the "boy from Minnesota" and helped him understand that no matter how anyone judges him, he is not in any way less than others simply because he is gay. 3. Milk showed Scott Smith that it is all right to be the first person to start a group to challenge something in politics, and that that group will soon gain popularity and appreciation. 3. Identify three (3) scenes from the film that support your thesis statement. Briefly explain.: 1. A young boy named Cleve Jones refuses to even register to vote when he is approached with the idea by Harvey Milk. Milk's few minute talk about the importance of voting and being active in politics sticks to Jones and later makes him join Milk's campaign. He is one of the biggest supporters of Milk's and he played a major role in working to get Milk elected. 2. Milk's very brief phone conversation with a gay...
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...United States takes a somewhat different approach. The subject of the film, Harvey Milk, was elected to the San Francisco board of city supervisors in 1977, and proceeded to champion for the rights not only of homosexuals, but of underprivileged people in general, gaining popularity by appealing to minorities and working class folks. The story of Milk is one that demonstrates the power of the U.S. election system, one that serves the interest of the public when utilized to its fullest, and ultimately proves that anything is possible through perseverance and determination. Milk's story is truly fascinating. This openly gay man from New York state moved to San Francisco in the 1960s, becoming a figure in the counterculture and peace movements before expressing an interest in public office. While the majority of the public did not agree with some of his more outspoken views on the rights of gays and lesbians, Milk succeeded in winning over large portions of the public through his crusades for better representation in local government, interest in the livelihoods of average people, and dedication toward causes that he believed were in the best interest of all. In examining the legacy left behind by this pioneer of civil rights, Epstein and Schiechen's film essentially abandons the usual approach and instead focuses on exactly what the title says. The film is a study of the time in which Milk lived, and the duration of his tenure as an elected official. In doing so, the...
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...with a reduction in its market share (Zervoudaki 2011). The EU dairy market is regulated by the Common Market Organization (CMO) for its milk products, one of which is the milk quota system. The milk quota system was introduced to the EU in 1984 and the idea was embraced because it offered a way to control milk production, stabilize milk price and farm income (Seville 2009; Petit 1987). As the markets become more free-flowing and globalized, disputes about the system arose. Since the implementation of the system, the negative aspects of it have reared its ugly heads. It not only put a cap on milk production,but also lost the competitive edge in the world market due to the stabilization of milk prices (Seville 2009). Therefore, the reforms made on June 26th 2003 in Luxembourg have proposed major changes to the European Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). Direct subsidies were to be independent from production and strict compliance with EU standards on environment and health was enforced. In reality, milk producers take market demand into consideration rather than the influence from subsidies to determine their production quota. (Bouamra-Mechemache and Requillart 2004). However, EU dairy market is still regulated by the mandatory quota system because the agreement of the regime lasts until the end of 2015. In addition to that, there has been a milk quota increase of 1.5% in three years since 2006 (Zervoudaki 2011). Furthermore, within the Health Check of the Common Agricultural Policy...
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...quite a debatable question among various thinkers. With the raised level of awareness of consumers regarding the impact of corporate activities on environment and society at large, corporations are obliged to put serious efforts towards execution of environmental, social and ethical procedures in their actions (Lombardi et al, 2015). At various times, various issues had been raised by the consumers or competitors of various corporations which has led to adoption, development and implementation of various code of ethics to be followed by companies in order to evolve ethically in business world. History has many evidences of rise and fall of various major corporations, by means of involving in various unethical activities and frauds, such as, HIH insurance, One.Tel, Enron etc to name a few. One of the renowned MNCs, Nestle, has been in the conflicts since long regarding the issues of corporate social responsibility and ethics. Nestle has faced severe criticism for its marketing and business strategies, for transgressing human and workforce rights and environment. Nestle had a bad name in history with its infant formula controversy, as the company involved in marketing, promoting and selling its product unethically in underdeveloped nations, due to which it had to face a global boycott ( Post, 1985). This led to new international code of marketing by WHO, for breast milk substitutes and also raised various issues and concerns regarding human rights and commercial interests, in terms...
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...The Breakfast and Lunch Programs Jennifer Harvey-Mitchell Professor Storms Eng. 115: English Strayer University November 15, 2012 Overview Congress passed the National School Lunch Act in 1946 to support commodity prices after World War II by reducing farm surpluses while providing food to school children. By 1970, the program was providing 22 million lunches on an average day, about a fifth of them subsidized. Since then, the subsidized number of children has increased while paid lunches have declined, but not since 1972 have so many additional children become eligible for free lunches as in fiscal year 2010, 1.3 million. Today it is a $10.8 billion program providing 32 million lunches, 21 million of which are free or at reduced price. The number of students receiving subsidized lunches rose to 21 million last school year from 18 million in 2006-7, a 17 percent increase, according to an analysis by The New York Times of data from the Department of Agriculture (Dillion, 2011). The Palm Beach County School District has altered its breakfast and lunch programs to improve nutrition and health for all students. The new Federal Nutrition Standards require schools to offer students more fruit, vegetables, and whole grains and to limit the sodium, calories, saturated and trans fat in school meals according to the School Nutrition Association (SNA 2012). Most notably, cafeterias are serving fruits and vegetable in a variety of ways to appeal to students diverse...
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...Leadership and the use of Power to Achieve Social Change Daniel William Chappell Dallas Baptist University Leadership and the Use of Power to Achieve Social Change Introduction The United States changed forever on November 4, 2008. Anyone watching a television on this important evening knew that everything had changed. Barak Hussein Obama had just been elected the 45th President of the United States of America, and he represented the first African American to ever win this office. To many the election was a fulfillment of Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream for social and political equality for African Americans. Still others, including the newly elected President, reached back to Lincoln. President Obama would also, invoke the founding fathers, giving credit to the social experiment that democracy is and thus hinting to the efforts of Washington and others. The days that followed the Obama election would be filled with symbolism leading to the concert on the steps of the Lincoln memorial, and the day of service, called by the President, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. the day before inauguration. The election of President Obama seemed to have brought full circle the experiment of democracy. The dreams of the founding fathers were present, the echo of Lincoln’s consequential Presidency were present, and certainly the dreams and speeches of Dr. King were front and center in this cultural moment. Yet the cultural moment represented so much more than a continuum...
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...KLA Listeria monocytogenes: Reham A. Mohammed 154209 University of Tasmania 2013 INTRODUCTION: L. monocytogenes has been a cause of concern for foodborne diseased hence has been isolated from ready-to-eat foods, meats, poultry, dairy products, seafoods, vegetables and from food processing environs. Statistics show that Listeriosis is a modifiable disease in all Australian states and territories. In 2008, there were 0.3 cases per 100,000 populations. This is the same as the 2003–2007 mean of 0.3 cases per 100,000 populations per year. In Australia the fatality rate in 2008 was 18% (OzFoodNet 2009b; NNDSS 2010). In 2008, the notification rate in New Zealand was 0.6 cases per 100,000 population while the fatality rate in New Zealand in 2008 was 19%. (European Commission 1999) Listeriosis is said to be caused by Listeria monocytogenes bacterium and it attacks specific groups like the elderly, other immuno-compromised persons and pregnant women. (Lake et al. 2005) Foodborne listeriosis has high casualty and fatality rate (15–30%) compared to other foodborne microbial pathogens, such as Salmonella. (WHO/FAO 2004; Swaminathan and Gerner-Smidt 2007) Industrially processed foods are the main causes of Listeriosis which ranks as one of the highest of foodborne diseases (Roberts, 1989; Roberts and Pinner, 1990), it is widely dispersed in enviorns. Other factors for its occurrence, like, geographical differences etc, are still not known as is evident from the...
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..............................................27 WHY YOU SHOULD AVOID HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP ..................................32 WATCH OUT FOR ASPARTAME .................................................................................40 AVOID MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE ..........................................................................55 OTHER FOOD ADDITIVES YOU SHOULD AVOID ......................................................62 THE PROBLEM WITH BREAKFAST CEREALS ..........................................................73 THE PROBLEM WITH DIET SODAS ............................................................................78 THE PROBLEM WITH FACTORY FARMED MEATS ...................................................85 THE PROBLEM WITH MILK .........................................................................................92 KEEP AN EYE ON THE SEAFOOD WATCH LIST .......................................................99 THE BOTTLED WATER RIP OFF...
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..."Nowadays, a balanced diet is when every McNugget weighs the same." (Harvey Kurtzman, 1983). Do you think the majority of people are really aware of what they eat? In fact, ask yourself if you think you are in good shape or not. It is expected that your honest answer will disclose that you do not know your own body- or what you put in it, too well. Many people might even give some excuses, like “It says `low fat` on the box!” It is important to catch these marketing techniques targeting the unaware or ignorant. It is vital to understand the true meaning of proper nutrition as well as its importance and benefits. What many individuals in the U.A.E. are not aware of is the effects junk food has on their health. Are all marketed “healthy” foods really healthy? The purpose of this research paper is to enlighten the reader of the nutritional lifestyles of people in the United Arab Emirates as well as to explain the negative effects of globalization and its link to the importance of knowledge regarding basic nutrition. In contrast to the past, the U.A.E. is currently facing various negative effects of globalization, especially regarding the expansion of fast-food chains. By way of contrast, there are undoubtedly many positive effects as well. Yet, many believe the negative effects overflow the positive ones. Most professions in the Emirates usually start off at 6 am and continue to late hours in the night Consequently, people are therefore very reliant on food for energy and...
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...------------------------------------------------- Abstract: The case, 'Kellogg's Indian Experience' analyzes the causes that led to the failure of the Kellogg breakfast cereal brand in the Indian market. The case examines the measures the company adopted on the marketing front to rectify its mistakes and at the efficacy of these measures. | ------------------------------------------------- Issues: » Enable students to see how mistakes on the pricing, positioning and distribution fronts led to Kellogg's poor performance in the initial stages Market Many people view breakfast as the most important meal of the day. Research shows that 96% of the UK population eat or drink something for breakfast and 49% start the day with ready-to-eat cereals. This signifies a huge change in UK breakfast eating habits over the last twenty years. In 1968 approximately half the population tucked into a cooked breakfast on a regular basis, but, by 1990 this had dropped to an estimated 10%. This change can be attributed to increasingly busy lifestyles and an awareness of the importance of healthy eating. However, hectic lifestyles can mean breakfast is often sacrificed to keeping to a tight timetable. The major challenge facing cereal companies today is to persuade consumers that eating cereals is both convenient and beneficial at breakfast time or at any time of the day. In terms of volume, the UK is the largest consumer of cereals in Europe. In 1999, the market was valued at £944 million...
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...Course: International Business: BUS-201-1404 Assignment: Assignment 4 Chinese Flavors for American Snacks The brands in the busy supermarket in Beijing may be recognizable to most Americans, but the flavors certainly are not. Lays potato chips sold in Beijing are blueberry flavored rather than sour cream and onion. Cheetos come in strawberry and milk, and Minute Maid sells aloe juice instead of orange juice. American companies hoping to capitalize on China’s $186 billion fast food and processed food market have entered the country en masse. However, while they are selling the same brands they sell in the United States, they have developed much different flavors in the hopes of better attracting Chinese buyers. Frito Lay recognized early on that Chinese taste buds were quite different from American taste buds. Popular flavors in the United States did not appeal to Chinese consumers prompting Frito Lay and other U.S. companies to research Chinese preferences and develop products specifically for the local market. Accordingly, Tropicana sells cantaloupe juice, Chips Ahoy cookies are orange flavored, and Wrigley’s sells Chinese herbal medicine gum. Even toothpaste companies are selling products designed to tempt Chinese consumers. Crest sells a lotus flower flavored product, while Colgate offers salt flavored toothpaste. U.S. companies focused on the Chinese culture as a starting point for developing new product flavors. Product researchers inspired by traditional Chinese...
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...Georgetown Model United Nations Background Guide on LGBTQ Rights The Human Rights Council: The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is an inter-governmental body within the United Nations system and a subsidiary body of the United Nations General Assembly. The Human Rights Council, which replaced the former United Nations Commission on Human Rights, was created by the General Assembly on March 15 2006 by resolution 60/251 and it has as its designated meeting place, the UN Office at Geneva (Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights) It is made of up of 46 United Nations Member states which are elected by the UN General Assembly. The latter states are assigned with the responsibility of strengthening the promotion and protection of human rights around the world. They are elected by the majority of the members of the General Assembly of the United Nations through direct and secret ballot. The chosen members of the council serve for a period of three years and are not eligible for immediate re-election after serving two consecutive terms (Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights) Membership to the Council is based on equitable geographical distribution. The seats are allocated as follows: 12345African States: 13 seats Asian States: 13 seats Latin American and Caribbean States: 8 seats Western European and other States: 7 seats Eastern European States: 6 seats The Council as a whole has its main purpose grounded in addressing human rights violations around...
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...Removing Junk Food from Public Schools Christopher Bisping ILR 260 Dr. Dee Griffin February 2013 Abstract Should junk food be removed from public schools? Those who support removing junk food from public schools say that it has no real nutritional value, and disrupts children’s learning capabilities. They also say that junk food is a leading factor of childhood obesity. On the other hand, those who oppose removing junk food from public schools say that it eliminates sources of funding that the U.S. government doesn’t provide. They also say that it usurps the responsibility of parents, and violates the First Amendment. To overcome the obesity epidemic, and give the children the nutrition they need to learn and become productive citizens we need to remove junk food from public schools. Removing Junk Food from Public Schools For the first time, the United States (U.S.) government is proposing standards to ensure schools serve more nutritious foods, ultimately leading to a ban on serving or selling junk food. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is setting new rules requiring schools to sell items such as water, diet sodas, baked chips, and low-calorie sport drinks instead of junk food. Lunchrooms will also be required to replace fatty à la carte items like nachos and fried cheese sticks with healthier items like low-fat burgers, fruit cups, yogurt and healthier pizzas. While some schools in the U.S. have already made improvements to their menus, schools...
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...thamizhbooks@gmail.com www.thamizhbooks.com Ph: 044-24332424, 24332924, 24339024 Rs.100/\ print: Jothi Enterprices, Chennai -5 Thanks to ACUPUNCTURE HEALERS ORGANISATION Hr.Bose.K.Mohamed Meera Hr.Magi Ramalingam Hr.P.V.Devarajan Hr.M.J.Pandian Hr.P.M.Umar Farook CONTENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Learning Language Health is Strength Immunity is Life Eat Hunger Fate Prevails! One plus One is not Two Creating and Protecting Disease an Imagination Diseases of Exact Science 5 7 9 12 14 16 19 22 25 27 30 34 40 44 52 56 60 68 77 10. Quietness is Pleasantness! 11. Waste stagnation causes Death! 12. Action and Reaction 13. Reason behind Stories 14. Shining and the Sign! 15. Elixir is Venom 16. Thirst - Hunger as per requirement! 17. Milk - is it Food? 18. Poison-less Food 19. Love Nature! Come back to Nature 1 Learning Language E veryone has their own language. Expressing our needs, sharing our feelings – it is through language that we create our relationships with others. Language is a necessary communication tool for people. Beyond our mother tongue, we learn languages of neighboring states, of the nation, of the world – so our needs increase. Beyond human language, we also know the language of our pet animals, learning these languages through their activities. We learn the many needs of a dog through its barking. We learn the languages of our other pets – goats, cows, hens, cats, parrots... and we understand their needs by their expressions. A farmer knows...
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...What’s wrong with Supermarkets www.corporatewatch.org.uk Strip lights, endless queues of strangers and shelves of packets, fake smiles from bored checkout assistants isn't there a better way to get our food? Supermarkets wield immense power over the way we grow, buy and eat our food. They are shaping our environment, our health and the way we interact socially. These changes have gone unchallenged because consumers have been sucked into superstore lifestyles, persuaded that the opportunity to select from six different brands of cut-price oven chips at three in the morning represents choice and value. What’s Wrong With SUPERMARKETS But the tide may be turning. Unease at the true cost of supermarket food is spreading among consumers, who are beginning to join forces with the farmers and workers who have always known that supermarket 'choice' is a bad deal. This booklet aims to help campaigners get to grips with the reality of supermarket domination and argues why we must start looking for alternatives. Researched and written by Lucy Michaels and the Agriculture Project at Corporate Watch What’s wrong with Supermarkets www.corporatewatch.org.uk What's Wrong with Supermarkets? Overview: Supermarkets sweep up 2 3 10 11 The supermarkets we know today started in Britain with the Cooperative Movement in the 19th century. This was a group of independent local retailers controlled by its consumer members...
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