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  • Hobbes’ Political Philosophy

    Hobbes’ Political Philosophy

    Hobbes argues that the state of nature is a state of perpetual war of all against all and consequently, the life of man in the state of nature "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short" (xiii, 9). In this paper I will explain Hobbes' arguments that support his claim to the state of nature. I will also assess these arguments and state that they are not valid and, therefore, not sound. I will then talk about

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    Submitted: November 10, 2009 By: Max
  • Sports, Politics, and Advancements in Science in 1979

    Sports, Politics, and Advancements in Science in 1979

    Sports, Politics, and Advancements in Science in 1979 The year 1979 was an important year for many reasons. One reason was because of the world of sports. This helped keep the world entertained during the year 1979. Another important area in 1979 was the area of politics. This area caused both happiness and grief, especially in the United States. The third area that was influential in 1979 was the area of science. There were many

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    Submitted: November 10, 2009 By: Edward
  • Polygamy in Islam

    Polygamy in Islam

    The definition of marriage in dictionaries is a legally recognized relationship, established by a civil or religious ceremony, between two people who intend to live together as sexual and domestic partners. Polygamy is described as having more than one spouse at the same time, and monogamy as the practice of having only one mate at a time or during a lifetime. Having more than one wife is illegal in the U.S; however it’s accepted in

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    Essay Length: 305 Words / 2 Pages
    Submitted: November 10, 2009 By: Anna
  • The Nation of Islam’s Elijah Muhammad

    The Nation of Islam’s Elijah Muhammad

    I am writing about the Nation of Islam's Elijah Muhammad because I'm trying to show how this group strived to amass economic stability, independence and religious freedom under the devout, pious, reverent, and pietistic leadership of Mr. Muhammad. In order to explain how under Elijah Muhammad's guidance the Black Muslims were able to gain economic wealth and stability, as well as independence from the federal and state welfare systems. Elijah Muhammad was born as Elijah

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    Submitted: November 10, 2009 By: Steve
  • Politics and Ethics

    Politics and Ethics

    Politics is truly one of the greatest developments that mankind has ever had the notion to make. Can you imagine our lives without? I really cannot see our lives operating as smoothly without the existence of politics in one form or another. Almost everything we do in our lives is somehow linked either directly or indirectly to some sort of political ideology. Whether you are buying a candy bar at the store or negotiating international

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    Submitted: November 10, 2009 By: Mike
  • Is Islam a Violent Religion by Nature?

    Is Islam a Violent Religion by Nature?

    Is Islam a Violent Religion by Nature? Islam and the worship of Allah (god) began with Muhammad and his revelations that lasted for 23 years of his life from (610 C.E.- 623 C.E.). In the Islamic religion it is believed that he was the last prophet sent by Allah (god) and this made all his teachings into to Law and are looked at as the will of God. These messages were given to him through

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    Submitted: November 10, 2009 By: regina
  • The Political Lift of Richard Nixon

    The Political Lift of Richard Nixon

    The Political Career of Richard Nixon 1. Nixon's Beginning in Politics 2. Emergence in National Politics A. The Hiss Case B. Nixon's Political Obituary C. Resurgence as a presidential candidate 3. The 37th President A. Nixon's Appointment's B. Foreign Policy 1. Nixon's plans for Europe 2. Vietnam C. Domestic Policy 4. Nixon's Second Administration A. Reelection B. Watergate A few weeks after the United States entered World War II a young man named Richard Nixon

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    Submitted: November 10, 2009 By: Tasha
  • Soviet Politics

    Soviet Politics

    The government of the Soviet Union administered the country's economy and society. It implemented decisions made by the leading political institution in the country, the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (CPSU). In the late 1980s, the government appeared to have many characteristics in common with democratic political systems. For instance, a constitution established all organs of government and granted to citizens a series of political and civic rights. A legislative body, the Congress of

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    Submitted: November 11, 2009 By: Andrew
  • American Politics and the Catholic Church

    American Politics and the Catholic Church

    The Catholic Church and American Government Today certain countries are very dangerous places for people to live because of religious differences that separate them from their neighbors and even themselves. Acts of terrorism are committed almost everyday by people, strictly because of differences in religion. In 1776, the framers of the United States constitution made sure that the young country would have no predominate or official faith. The First Amendment of the Bill of Rights

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    Submitted: November 11, 2009 By: Victor
  • How Belief Systems Effect Politics

    How Belief Systems Effect Politics

    The belief systems of the modern world have helped determine the policies and politics of nations around the world. For centuries before, and almost definitely for decades after now, there will be disputed between people and countries on account of their faith. Religions have started wars, ended them, impacted, and persuaded people. Needless to say, beliefs are very influential on the world today. People of different faiths don’t only fight over their basic beliefs and

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    Submitted: November 11, 2009 By: Top
  • Domestic Politics and Foreign Policy

    Domestic Politics and Foreign Policy

    Although the aspirations and goals of states are often motivated by external political pressures, analysis of recent foreign policy decisions demonstrates how internal political forces can play equally crucial roles in the pursuit and execution of these objectives. Thus, it would be invalid to claim that domestic politics and the nature of regimes play minor roles in either the goals a state pursues or the means it employs to reach them. By understanding how the

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    Submitted: November 11, 2009 By: Yan
  • What Were the Major Political and Socio-Economic Changes Introduced by the British Colonial Authorities in Kenya. What Did the Authorities Seek to Achieve by These Changes?

    What Were the Major Political and Socio-Economic Changes Introduced by the British Colonial Authorities in Kenya. What Did the Authorities Seek to Achieve by These Changes?

    What were the major political and socio-economic changes introduced by the British colonial authorities in Kenya. What did the authorities seek to achieve by these changes? When the British colonised Kenya in the late nineteenth century they brought about many political and socio-economic changes, including changing the mode of production to capitalist, the introduction of an improved infrastructure and the establishment of chiefs in 1906 when Britain established affective political control over the Kenyan people,

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    Submitted: November 12, 2009 By: Fonta
  • Power & Politics

    Power & Politics

    Power & Politics This may be the toughest of all areas within corporate life, dealing with power and politics. It can make or break a career, cause many sleepless nights, and often has very little to do with the actual job employee thought he was paid to do. Some companies are better or worse than others in the amount of political activity required in the job. In some companies, playing corporate politics is the only

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    Submitted: November 12, 2009 By: Andrew
  • Economic and Political Causes for the American Revolution

    Economic and Political Causes for the American Revolution

    There were many reasons for the American Revolution. Two of them were the economic and political changes that the colonies were going through. Only the southern colonies were bound to England by the tobacco trade and the New England and Middle Colonies, unable to find markets in Britain. Any attempt to stop this trade would lead to rebellion and consequentially ensued. This was a restriction upon economic prosperity of the New England colony. England had

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    Submitted: November 12, 2009 By: Mike
  • A Turning Point in Abraham Lincoln's Political Career

    A Turning Point in Abraham Lincoln's Political Career

    Before engaging in the debates with Senator Stephen A. Douglas, Lincoln was relatively unknown in the political world and was just beginning his career in politics. Abraham Lincoln’s reputation was just starting to grow, and his life was about to make a drastic change. The Lincoln-Douglas debates of 1858 were a turning point in Abraham Lincoln’s political career. Lincoln had served four terms in the Illinois legislature, and now desired an office with greater

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    Submitted: November 12, 2009 By: July
  • Politics in Guiiled Age

    Politics in Guiiled Age

    I. The "Bloody Shirt" Elects Grant 1. The Republicans nominated Civil War General Ulysses S. Grant, who was a great soldier but had no political experience. i. The Democrats could only denounce military Reconstruction but couldn't agree on anything else, and thus, were unorganized. 2. The Republicans got Grant elected (barely) by "waving the bloody shirt," or reliving his war victories, and used his popularity to elect him, though his popular vote was only ahead

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    Submitted: November 13, 2009 By: July
  • Library Censorship: A Blow at Free Thought

    Library Censorship: A Blow at Free Thought

    Billy Dinsmore Ms. Anderson AP Language Arts 30 April 2007 The First Amendment is one of the most valued, important, and most threatened amendments in the United States Constitution. The American people are often censored and “protected” from this sickeningly harsh reality. The FCC censors nudity, crude language, and information that is considered potentially harmful to the interests of the American government and/or its people. Recently, however, the standards for what is considered sexually and

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    Submitted: November 13, 2009 By: Fatih
  • Politics of North and South Korea

    Politics of North and South Korea

    Research Essay: North Korea and South Korea Throughout the history of politics, our societies have encountered a large variety of different political and governing systems. From systems in which idealists introduced to our world, believing that they are capable of letting the world function and operate in a more efficient manner came two of the most popular political ideologies that most would recognize. They are known as democracy and communism. Even now during the twenty-first

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    Submitted: November 13, 2009 By: Mike
  • Caribbean Politics and Society

    Caribbean Politics and Society

    CARIBBEAN POLITICS and SOCIETY Caribbean Integration Rationale for Integration. The Caribbean remains fragmented both economically and politically as a result of competition and conflict among the European powers. Fragmentation is in part the product of a long history as separate colonies of a metropolitan power or powers. It is also in part the psychological effects on people of separation by sea. The case for regional integration is both simple and irrefutable. First we are small

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    Submitted: November 13, 2009 By: Anna
  • Politics of Sumer Civilization

    Politics of Sumer Civilization

    A council of nobles mainly governed city-states. Also an assembly of citizens governed political affairs. Later kings arouse to claim themselves as the military leaders and the highest priest in that city-state. The king was who represented the city-state deity. The Sumerians also believed that most of the land belonged to the city-states god or goddess. The king enforced laws and set penalties for wrong doers. Although there was some type of punishment, it wasn't

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    Submitted: November 13, 2009 By: Edward
  • Islam

    Islam

    Recently in World Religions lecture, we learned about Islam. Surprisingly to me, someone who isn’t very familiar with much of any religion found Islam to be much like Christianity found in the United States. There are common stories that are apart of the Christian religion. Also Muslims believe in one God, Allah, much like Christians believe in God. Both religions also have faith in prophets, like Muhammad and Jesus, as well as angels. There are

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    Submitted: November 13, 2009 By: Venidikt
  • Islamic Religion

    Islamic Religion

    Islam has been characterized inequitably by historians and the media as a religion of violence. Islam was mainly spread through Arab territorial conquests. Upon examination, it is not fair to make the generalization that Islam is a religion of violence. One can see when looking at world religion on a whole that Islam was no more violent than any other religion. In fact, not only is Islam not a fundamentally violent philosophy, but we can

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    Submitted: November 14, 2009 By: Jon
  • Islamic Art

    Islamic Art

    Islamic Art Islamic art is perhaps the most accessible manifestation of a complex civilization that often seems enigmatic to outsiders. Through its brilliant use of color and its superb balance between design and form, Islamic art creates an immediate visual impact. Its strong aesthetic appeal transcends distances in time and space, as well as differences in language, culture, and creed. Islamic art not only invites a closer look but also beckons the viewer to learn

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    Submitted: November 14, 2009 By: Max
  • Christianity and Islam

    Christianity and Islam

    Christianity is an Abrahamic religion based on the life, teachings, death and resurrection of Jesus as described in the New Testament of the Holy Bible. Although Christians are monotheistic, the one God is thought to exist in three persons called the Trinity. Most Christians believe that Jesus is the son of God, but according to other traditions, Jesus is thought to be a human messiah that instructs his followers to worship God alone. Christianity encompasses

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    Submitted: November 14, 2009 By: July
  • Social, Political and Economic Effects of Ww 1

    Social, Political and Economic Effects of Ww 1

    Social, Political and Economic Effects of WWI "Everywhere in the world was heard the sound of things breaking." Advanced European societies could not support long wars or so many thought prior to World War I. They were right in a way. The societies could not support a long war unchanged. The First World War left no aspect of European civilization untouched as pre-war governments were transformed to fight total war. The war metamorphed Europe socially,

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    Submitted: November 14, 2009 By: Tasha

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