AIDS and the Homosexual Population # 2
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Although its general subject is somewhat identical to 'aidshom2.wps,' this 8 page paper explores homosexuality itself and discusses why it is so difficult to teach behaviors that will prevent AIDS among this high-risk group. Paper makes clear the necessity for empathy regarding homosexuality and the AIDS "plague."
Filename: Aidshomo.wps

Alternative Sexual Orientation: Evolution of Social Policy from the Conservative Era to Contemporary Times
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An 8 page overview of the changes which have occurred in regard to social policies concerning homosexuals, transsexuals, and bisexuals between the Conservative Era of the 1950s to today. Outlines policy changes in the workplace and other societal arenas emphasizing that during the Conservative Era those who differed from the mainstream are viewed either in a comical light or as threats to mainstream society and that while changes have been made these changes are not sufficient. Even today, heterosexuals are typically viewed as normal and homosexuals as personifying a type of deviant behavior. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPgayOpp.wps

Am I Gay?
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This 5 page paper examines beliefs about homosexuality in the 1970s. It concludes with a brief comment on how things have changed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: HVamigay.rtf

Andrew Holleran/Grief
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An 8 page summation and analysis of Andrew Holleran’s novel Grief. In this novel, the author deals with the thoughts, attitudes and observations of the protagonist, who is grieving over the loss of his mother and the social difficulties of being an aging gay. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khahgr.rtf

Argument Against Gay Marriage
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A 5 page paper that argues against same-sex marriage. Issues include restrictions on human rights and discrimination, tradition and legal issues. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGgaymg2.rtf

Argument for Same Sex Marriages
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A 4 page paper which argues for the legalization of same sex marriages. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAsmsex.rtf

Arguments Against Same Sex Union Ceremonies in the United Methodist Church
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This 6 page report discusses the issues related to same sex “marriages” in the context of the United Methodist Church and offers both biblical reference and Methodist doctrine to support its point of view in which prohibitions against same-sex unions and gay ordination are upheld. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWssex.rtf

Behavioral Science: Darwin and Thorndike
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A 9 page overview of the behavioral science theories of Charles Darwin and Edward Lee Thorndike. Stresses the contrasts in these theories and compares them to modern findings in the phenomena of homosexuality. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPDarTho.wps

Biological Evidence Regarding Homosexuality and a Personal Experience Regarding Racism
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This 6 page report discusses two specific topics in essay form. First is the review of issues brought up in a 1994 article titled “The Biological Evidence Challenged” that deals with the question and related debate regarding whether or not homosexuality is biologically determined. The second essay is written to tell the early personal experience of racism and the ways in which it was interpreted. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: BWbiocha.wps