Thoreau & King / On Justice
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A 6 page argumentative paper that posits that King and Thoreau represent two sides of the same argument—government intervention vs. non-intervention—and that these, combined, serve to effect a just system of government. While both authors supported the freedom of individuals from slavery, their viewpoints on how this process is served reflects how justice has worked in society throughout time. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Kingthor.wps

Thoreau & M.L.K. / Just vs. Unjust Law
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A 6 page paper examining the concept of just law versus unjust law, as articulated by Henry David Thoreau's 'Civil Disobedience' and Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'Letter From a Birmingham Jail' and determines if either position is more just than the other. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Civbirm.wps

Thoreau & M.L.K. / Just vs. Unjust Law # 2
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A 5 page paper comparing Martin Luther King's 'Letter from the Birminham Jail' with Thoreau's 'Civil Disobedience' and the views expressed by each regarding just and unjust law. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Justob.wps

Hawaii: Reclamation After Natural Disaster
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A 6 page overview of an ecological management perspective which could be possible after the fictional destruction of the man-made features of the Hawaiian Islands by natural disaster. Incorporates the conservation philosophies of Teddy Roosevelt, Gifford Pinchot, Aldo Leopold and John Muir. Introduces the concept of multiple use management but concludes that these islands should be managed from an ecological perspective only. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPhawaii.wps

The Palestinian/Israeli Conflict: A Rogerian Argument That Although the Palestinians are Justified in Many of Their Actions, There Can Be No Peace Without Compromise
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An 8 page review of the historic and contemporary issues surfacing in the Palestinian/Israeli conflict. The author points out that while it could be contended that the Jews who insist on the creation of Israel really have no more standing in the region than immigrants, there are certain observations which must be accepted. Indeed, a review of all the facts surrounding the Palestinian/Israeli conflict allows the realization that a compromise in this position is necessitated. Bibliography lists 6 sources. PPpales2.rtf
Filename: PPpales2.rtf

Machiavelli, More And Aristotle - Social And Political Ideals
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This 7 page report discusses and compares the social and political ideals expressed by Sir Thomas More in 'Utopia,' Niccolo Machaivelli in 'The Prince' and Aristotle in 'The Nicomachean Ethics.' No additional sources cited.
Filename: Utopeth.wps

Sir Thomas More's 'Utopia'/ Writing Style
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This 5 page research paper examines the classic 1516 futuristic novel, Utopia by Sir Thomas More. Specifically discussed are More's literary technique and writing style as well as offers a comparison between the cultural and historical situation in which the work was produced to the cultural and historical situation in which it was read. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Sirtom.wps

Capitalism vs. Planned Socialism
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A 5 page investigation of the similarities and differences between capitalism and planned socialism. Examples are given of both. The writer posits that true capitalism does not exist anywhere in the world. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: CapSoc.wps

Primary Features of 18th & 19th Century Liberal and Conservative Thought
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A 5 page paper which explores the liberal and conservative thought as expressed by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Mary Wollstonecraft, John Stuart Mill and Edmund Burke. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Libcons.wps

THE RELVEANCE OF ROUSSEAU TODAY
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This essay examines the relevance of Jean Rousseau's "Social Contract" today. Topics covered include the right to vote in a democracy, the admonision against force, and the will of the majority. Topics from current events are used to compare the importance of Rousseau's words, close to four centuries after they were written.
Filename: MTrourel.rtf

Authority / A Socio-Political Analysis
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The subject of authority is discussed in relationship to political ideology and class. This 8 page paper suggests that societal reaction to authority is inextricably linked with liberalism and conservatism as well as social status. The Rodney King beating and trial is used as one illustration. The paper includes Weber's interpretation of authority. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Authorit.wps

Political Oppression & Morally Justifiable Violence / A Philosophical Argument
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A 5 page paper that provides philosophical arguments for the use of violence as a morally justifiable response to political oppression. This paper looks at the perspectives of philosophers including Plato, Cicero, Kant and Hume. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Justviol.wps

Israel / Continue Aid?
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A 5 page overview on the debate and the facts behind the debate on whether to continue economic aid to Israel. The writer discusses this in terms of U.S. fiscal policy, U.S. international policy, and human rights issues. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Isrlaid.wps

United States and Israel Military Relationship
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9 pages. This imaginary briefing from the Ambassador of Israel to the Prime Minister of Israel presents a solid argument for bringing the United States and Israel together in a stronger military relationship with each other. International terrorism would not hold the same appeal if there were not a great deal of bureaucratic interference; rather, the incentive to gain control over less powerful countries would cease to exist. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: JGAisral.wps