Development Of The American Identity In The 19th Century
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This 6 page report discusses how the United States developed its own unique 'identity' in the 19th century. Change and establishment of that identity was found in issues relating to race and slavery, the development of the American political system, and the westward expansion of the country. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: West19th.wps

Development Of The Atomic Bomb / 'Oh My God, What Have We Done!?'
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An 11 page paper discussing the history and development of the atomic bomb. The role of J. Robert Oppenheimer and the Manhattan Project itself are also discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Oppen.wps

Dick Morris and 'Behind the Oval Office'
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A 5 page paper that considers the political theories and sociological impacts supported in Morris' book Behind the Oval Office. This paper demonstrates the way in which Morris used his understanding of major political and socioligical theories to assist in the re-election of Clinton in 1996. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Ovaloffi.wps

Dissent - Unpatriotic and Un-American
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This 3 page report discusses how dissent has come to be seen in America as somehow less than patriotic. Americans appear to have developed an attitude that dissent does not serve the greater purposes of the nation or, at the very least, dissent is actually irritating rather than motivating. Most Americans believe that dissent must only take place in circumstance in which it is clearly dissent that supports the greater ideals of America. Anything less is both pointless and unpatriotic. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWdiss.wps

Early Twentieth Century / New American Humor
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This 5 page research paper examines the social changes between men and women during the early twentieth century, 1900-1920s, which was reflected in the humor. Specifically discussed is the "battle of the sexes" theme which emerged during this time period as a result of women in the workplace and women becoming more assertive in society. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Humor20.wps

Edward R. Murrow / His Role in the Downfall Of Senator Joe McCarthy
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A 9 page overview of the man, his work, and his media 'attacks' against McCarthy. Also includes information about the life and career of McCarthy. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Murrow.wps

Emigration from Ireland in the 19th and 20th Centuries
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A 6 page paper on the immigration of the Irish to the U.S. The writer examines the hardships and accomplishments that came with making such life changing journey.
Filename: Irishim.wps

Employment Opportunities for Vietnam Vets
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Reasons why there is higher unemployment for Vietnam Vets are discussed in this 7 page paper. Several issues are looked at including the devastating effects of PTSD. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Vietemp.wps

Eugene Debs & The Socialist Movement
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The movement in the United States, as well as the life of Eugene Debs are discussed in a 3 page overview. -- Analysis of why Debs became involved as well as why the socialist movement was not successful included as well. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Debs.rtf