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Should there be a Utilitarian Approach by the Media when Reporting on War?
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This 8 page paper considers the role of the media when reporting on war. The paper focuses on the war against terrorism in Afghanistan, but can be applied to other conflict. The writer looks at how the reporting may serve the philosophy of the greatest good, and how reports may conflict with commercial interests. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
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Sibling Communication In Rainman
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The movie, Rainman, is centered on the relationship between two brothers, one of whom is an autistic savant. This 5 page paper presents a research proposal, in tutorial form, with the hypothesis that communication is hindered by the autism of the older brother and the younger brother's lack of knowledge concerning the disability. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Signaling the Wave of the Future: Radio Broadcast Media in the 1930s
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A 14 page (13 pp. + 1 pg. outline) paper which examines the medium of radio during the 1930s, and among other issues provides an historical background, discusses its pioneers, considers types of programming, and explores the emergence of broadcast journalism. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: TGradio.rtf

Silence Is Golden .. Sometimes
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A 5 page comparison of deaf and hearing communities where difficulties between the two cultures are explored.. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Silence.wps

Simplification of spelling
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A paper which considers the current trend towards the simplification of spelling, with reference to the evolution of the English language from the Middle Ages to the present day, and the reasons why simplification might reduce rather than clarify meaning.
Filename: JLspell.rtf

Sin, Sanctimony & Satire - John Updike's A Month of Sundays
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A 15-page paper that reviews John Updike's 1975 novel entitled A Month of Sundays and examines the greed and scandal that marked the world of evangelism in the decade following its publication. The humor and ambiguity of A Month of Sundays is discussed, followed by a discussion of the practices of televangelists Oral Roberts, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker, and Jimmy Swaggart in the late 1980s. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: LCSatire.doc

Sirius Satellite Radio and FCC Broadcast Regulation of Fines
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A 10 page paper which examines Sirius Satellite Radio, how the FCC is regulating fines on broadcasters, and discusses the increase in disk jockeys who are choosing Sirius to avoid restrictions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGsirius.rtf

Sitcoms Of The 50's & 60's -- Media Portrayal Of The American Family
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A 14 page research paper on the history of situational comedies ("sitcoms") and their presentation of the American family during the 1950's and 60's. The writer discusses specific shows, their characters, and the degree of reality presented by them and their on-screen families. Comparisons are made between yesterday and today regarding TV's portrayal of divorce, social problems, etc; Bibliography lists approximately 10 sources.
Filename: Sitcom60.wps

Situation Comedy Through the Ages
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Sitcoms are explored from the fifties through the nineties in this 10 page overview. The programs are exposed as being unrealistic and the question of why some comedies endure while others fade is the main theme of the paper. Highlighted shows include 'I Love Lucy', 'The Honeymooners', 'The Dick Van Dyke Show' and 'Seinfeld'. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Sitcomed.doc

Skills and Qualifications for a Foreign Service Officer
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A 10 page overview of the criteria which are important in allowing a Foreign Service Officer not just to perform the duties of his or her job but to excel in those duties. The author emphasizes that the successful Foreign Service Officer must be well prepared in certain key areas. These areas include knowledge and abilities in administrative, consular, public diplomacy, political, and economic functions alike. Certain qualifications such as ethical and moral grounding, exemplary communication skills, and cultural sensitivity, however, are important across the board to the Foreign Service Officer. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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