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Decline in the American Automobile Industry
The American automobile industry has continued to see a consistent downfall in sales. Recently making up about one quarter of the nation’s economy, the decline in the industry has proved to be a major issue in the United States. Ford is still reeling, after a crisis that saw its chief executive dumped and the young great-grandson of Henry Ford take the wheel. Ford's profits were $7.2 billion in 1999; by 2001 it was losing $5.4
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African American Gay Rights
I cannot begin to argue about African American/Hispanic LGBT, living in New York City and their civil rights without remembering the public outcry against black civil rights. Although the focus of this paper is on African American/Hispanic LGBT living in New York City and Their Rights to Marriage I have decided to start my paper of by discussing the civil rights movement of the 1960’s. The civil rights movement of the 1960's and the continuing
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American Influence After 1900
Before the 1900’s the United States was just another country. It was not a country with much power or influence over the world. As time progressed the power and influence of the US started to grow. After the Anglo-Saxons took over all the land within our borders they decided to move outwards of this country and join the European superpower countries in an imperialistic race. The expansionism of this country during this time was a
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The American Banking System 1800-1810
The American Banking System 1800-1810 INTRODUCTION Looking back to the outset of the 19th century, it is impossible to say that any real banking system had really been developed in the US. This is to say that, though there were roughly 120 private commercial banks that had been chartered by new state governments, the so-called system was scarcely organized. It was ad hoc in nature and directly linked to the merchant banking practices of the
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The Red Badge of Courage - an Episode of American Civil War
The Red Badge of Courage: an Episode of American Civil War, by Stephen Crane Henry was a teenage boy around the age of sixteen years old. He lived in New York City in the year 1893. The Civil War had started and Henry made his mind up that he wanted to fight in the northern army. Henry’s mother tried very hard to persuade him not to enlist into the army. She told him old veteran’s
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Ethnic Identity and African Americans
Ethnic Identity and African Americans Ethnic Identity Ethnic identity is the sum total of group member feelings about those values, symbols, and common histories that identify them as a distinct group (Smith 1991). Development of ethnic identity is important because it helps one to come to terms with their ethnic membership as a prominent reference group and significant part of an individuals overall identity. Ethnic reference group refers to an individuals psychological relatedness to groups
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American Gospel
American Gospel: Authored by Jon Meacham The American Gospel At this time in our nation’s history, two-hundred thirty years and counting, there is a great debate raging on. In many peoples’ eyes our country has made a turn for the worse. We have thrown our Forefather’s to the wayside, and there belief in strong Christian influence along with it. To them all could be solved if we merely “re-instituted” the Christian morals and teachings
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Affluenza: An American Epidemic
Affluenza is an epidemic which effects millions of people in the United States. "Until this century [20th], to consume was considered a bad thing" says Jeremy Rifkin an expert on affluenza ( Gross ). The victims of affluenza are consumers who work long hours at a job they hate so they can buy things which they don't need ( Fight Club ). Like AIDS, affluenza has spread quickly throughout the United States showing no prejudice
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The Maroon as Metaphor for Resistance in Latin American Film
Third World Film Professor: Andrew Millington Student: James Cheek Date Due: May 3, 2004 FINAL PAPER: The Maroon as Metaphor for Resistance in Latin American Film Cultural surrender is more than a matter of rejecting one’s father and mother culture. It means that one accepts a new definition as a person. The culturally dependent person is a mere spectator, a receptacle for the creativities of others. To demand freedom from slavery only to use that
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The American Home Front During World War 1
(Just as a side note, I had pictures of the posters in the original paper but couldn't transfer them to here. The first link in the bibliography has tons of WW1 propaganda posters you can use.) World War I changed America greatly. It had an obvious effect on the way we handle business on the home front. Propaganda, rationing, and political views all played a part on American citizens in World War I. “Propaganda was
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Creationism Vs. Evolution
Creationism vs. Evolution In my short life on this planet I have come to question things that many take upon blind faith. We all know that we must some day die; yet we continuously deny the forces at work inside ourselves, which want to search out the answers of what may or may not come after. It is far easier for humanity to accept that they will go to a safe haven and be rewarded
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The American Dream by Edward Albee
The American Dream by Edward Albee The American Dream is personified by the Young Man, a clean-cut, Midwestern beauty, a self-described "type". Though physically perfect, he remains incomplete, having lost all feeling and desire in the murder of an identical twin from which he was separated as a child. This twin-Mommy and Daddy's first adopted son-stands against his brother as a consummate deformity. He lacks a head, spine, guts, feet of flesh, and onward. Moreover,
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African-American Street Gangs in Los Angeles
African-American Street Gangs in Los Angeles by Alejandro A. Alonso, M.S. In Los Angeles and other urban areas in the United States, the formation of street gangs increased at a steady pace through 1996. The Bloods and the Crips, the most well-known gangs of Los Angeles, are predominately African American[1] and they have steadily increased in number since their beginnings in 1969. In addition, there are over 600 active Hispanic gangs in Los Angeles County
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The American Nightmare
"They ain't human. A human being wouldn't live like they do. A human being couldn't stand it to be so dirty and miserable." A quote from John Steinbeck’s book The Grapes of Wrath, perfectly words the reaction to the life that Candido and America Rincon live. Illegal immigrants, Candido and America live a life of poverty and destitute in America . Their lack of luxuries and even bare necessities, bring to light their struggle
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Sabre (american Airlines)
American Airlines is the world's largest airline. It serves 250 cities in over 40 countries with more than 4,000 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 1,000 aircraft. American's award-winning Web site, AA.com, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the “oneworld” Alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline
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American Studies
American Studies Portfolio The declaration of independence is split into five sections, very similar to a modern day essay with an introduction, main body and conclusion. The introduction shows the principles of why independence is necessary. The next section is known as the preamble this try’s t justify the revolution. The paragraph of this section was discussed a lot in the seminar. Many people including myself were very impressed with the use of language in
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The Molding of American Culture: Cocaine 1860-1914
Cocaine: The Molding of American Culture, 1860- 1914 Cocaine had slowly risen into American Popular Culture, starting with an appeal to the elite class and ending with the Harrison Act of 1914. Employers encouraged the use of the coca leaf among their workers to increase productivity and decrease fatigue. Early physicians would prescribe cocaine to treat everything from morphine addiction to the common cold. Cocaine became a common ingredient in consumer goods. Marketers raved about
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Dbq on Absolutism and Democracy
There were many forms of government through the 17th and 18th century. Two forms of government that were used a lot were democracy and absolutism. The form of government during these centuries that was most effective was democracy. Many rulers used absolutism in their countries. They believed rulers should have complete control over the country. Prince Machiavelli believed the best way to rule was to be feared and thought that the only way people would
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The Decline of the American Horror Film
Decline of American Horror Films American horror films have undergone several series of change in the past 50 years. The claim most often directed against modern horror is that it is somehow “sick”. Some viewers declare its preoccupation with violence and sexuality is excessive and politically incorrect. However, the horror films of the 1960’s redefined and distinguished American horror with racial undertones as in Romero’s “Night of The Living Dead,” and indirectly addressing social and
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American History X
"American History X" is an unflattering and often disturbing look at the roots and consequences of racism. And like the hard reality that it attempts to mirror, there are no easy answers or simple solutions offered in this cautionary tale. Instead, it portrays the scourge of racism as an endemic and self-propagating problem, festering and feeding upon itself, resulting in distant consequences both unexpected and tragic. In his heyday, Derek Vinyard was one of the
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African American Newspapers
African American newspapers came into existence before the Civil War as a medium of expression of abolitionist sentiment. In 1827, Samuel Cornish and John B. Russwarm started the first African American periodical, called Freedom's Journal. Founded on March 16, 1827 as a four page, four column standard sized weekly, Freedom's Journal was the first black owned and operated newspaper in the United States, and was established the same year that slavery was abolished in New
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Support North American Free Trade Agreement
Support North American Free Trade Agreement The North American Free Trade Agreement seems to have more benefits than downfalls. I would have to support NAFTA, as it has had a very positive advantage for the U.S. The NAFTA not only helped U.S. agriculture exports grow by more than 50%, but also provides jobs for more than 250,000 people. While NAFTA eliminates or reduces tariffs and trade barriers between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the U.S.
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American Revolution, Revolutionary?
During America’s eagerness to secede from England, they failed to notice one important aspect: its unpopularity amongst the people; however, this pales in comparison to the impact of the American Revolution. Not only did the Declaration of Independence address an individual’s rights for once, but the revolution also set an example for numerous other countries. Although the Revolution was meant to inspire the nation, many Americans remained loyal to the Crown. This would often
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Democracy
Democracy? There are four key concepts that define what we know as democracy. One such concept is that democracy is the rule of many, this simple definition is taking from the Greek derivatives of democracy, "demos" meaning the many and "kratos" meaning rule. However, ancient Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle differed on their views of this simple concept of democracy being the rule of many. Plato believed that if the many ruled government than that
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Latin American Short Stories
A Tale of “Two Words” Have you ever read a story where the theme is not really apparent, or it is hidden in a cryptic passage of text? The short story, “Two words” by Isabel Allende is a story that is unclear in many aspects. There is a message that comes across when you look close at the text as if you would need a magnifying glass to see the hidden theme. The theme is
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