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THE UNITED STATES: DEMOCRACY OR PLUTOCRACY?
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This paper argues the thesis that the United States is more a plutocracy, ruled by the rich and powerful, as opposed to a democracy. While America does offer the people an opportunity to elect officials, it is only candidates with money that can aspire to office. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MTdemplu.rtf

The Unraveling of American Liberal Consensus: Two Perspectives
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This 5 page paper provides a concise overview of the perspectives of Godfrey Hodgson and Todd Gitlin regarding the process by which the American liberal consensus of the 1960s unraveled. This paper reflects upon a number of different stages and significant shifts and considers the arguments presented by both authors. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 1960lib.rtf

The Upper Class As A Governing Class
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G. William Domhoff's political observations, along with those of others, are explored in this 7 page paper. Issues discussed include the domination of the upper class in politics, particularly in the white house, campaign financing and the difficulty in defining the upper class. Several views concerning the observations are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Domone.wps

The Upper Class Defined
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G. William Domhoff's observations of the upper class as a cohesive, class conscious and national group, are explored in this 7 page paper. Issues discussed include the definition of upper class and how other classes fit into Domhoff's observations. Other perspectives are also noted as well as the relevance of the conclusions themselves. Several examples are shown, including one from the 1997 film Titanic. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Domtwo.wps

The US Annexation of Hawaii
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An 8 page overview of the economic and political factors surrounding the 1898 US annexation of Hawaii. Because of its location and tremendously productive environment, Hawaii is a strategically important military and economic accouterment. The sugar industry which existed at the time of annexation were obvious factors in the desirability of Hawaii to both the United States and Japan. Equally as important, however, was the strategic location of the islands from a military perspective. Outlines the growing Japanese presence in Hawaii in the years preceding annexation and contends that if the decision had not have been made to annex Hawaii the Japanese would have taken the islands. Notes the duality of impacts of US annexation including the tremendous cultural and physical impacts sustained by the Hawaiian people. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPhawaUS.wps

The US Army's Transformation Initiative; The Shape of the Future or a Dangerous Strategy
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This 14 page paper considers the revolutionary way in which the US army is to be formed into a twenty-first century fighting machine, more responsive, lighter and embracing the use of technology. The paper outlines the plans, going on to consider the results of their implementation. Positive and negative aspects are discussed before a conclusion is reached. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEUSarmy.wps

The US Government And The Right To Death With Dignity
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4 pages in length. The writer discusses the Oregon Death With Dignity Act as it relates to 1997 Supreme Court allowing each state to decide for itself. Statistical data also provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCRightDie.rtf

The USA PATRIOT Act of 2001
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An 8 page paper. On October 26, 2001, President Bush signed into law the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism (USA PATRIOT ACT) Act of 2001. This is a controversial Act that continues to be debated. This essay explains some of the many provisions included in the PATRIOT Act. The writer also comments on the controversy surrounding this Act. The writer also supports the new Act and argues that laws must be enforced and that different official agencies need to have the tools they need to do their job, which is to protect the country. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGpatact.rtf

The Use & Question of Power
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A 6 page exploration of the concept of the value of questioning power and stepping forward to take action when that power is perceived as inappropriate. Provides examples from America’s history of men who held no political position but yet who were able to institute great societal changes. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Powerq.wps

The Use and Purpose of US Propaganda Posters During World War II
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A 5 page discussion of the importance of propaganda posters during this time period. The author of this paper includes two specific posters to illustrate how the US government capitalized on racism to pull Americans into the war effort. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPwwIIpropaganda.rtf