Agriculture and Politics
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A 5 page paper that addresses the current situation in farming, especially in light of the 1996 Farm Bill, which suggests reductions in subsidy programs and calls for agricultural reform. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Agri.wps

Airline Deregulation Act Of 1978
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This 4 page paper discusses two topics. The first is a summary of the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978; the second discuses the PATCO strike and the effects it had on labor negotiations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGair.rtf

Alexander Hamilton and U.S. Economics
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A 15 page review of the man and the time. This paper explores Hamilton’s incentives and justifications in establishing the backbone of the U.S. economic system. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPHamiltonEconomics.rtf

Alexander Hamilton's Support Of The Federalist Papers
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6 pages in length. Alexander Hamilton's argument in support of a unitary executive (the Federalist Papers) originated from his assertion that "energy" represents an essential element in the executive capacity, a component he clearly and staunchly contended was important to good government. To Hamilton, the term energy represented the most critical components of a strong and progressive government, one in which the inherent responsibilities are addressed in an impenetrable yet effective manner. Hamilton argued that decision, activity, secrecy and dispatch are fundamental components to a solid, energetic executive, indicative of what he viewed as the most important political characteristics. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCHamFd.wps

All The President's Men By Bernstein And Woodward
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A 6 page paper that provides a discussion of this book, beginning with how the story came to be in the first place. Comments about the backgrounds of the authors are provided. The writer discusses the themes of the book and ends by commenting on the value of the text. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGprzmn.rtf

Alonzo Hamby/Liberalism and Its Challengers
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A 7 page essay that offers a chapter by chapter summary of Alonzo Hamby's Liberalism and Its Challengers, from FDR to Bush. The writer then offers a critical evaluation of the text. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khlibcha.wps

Altemeyer/The Authoritarian Specter
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A 5 page book review that analyzes and summarizes Bob Altemeyer's The Authoritarian Specter (1996), which is a scholarly, highly-researched and very disturbing book that should be required reading for every American--or North American. Altemeyer's research--which is empirical in nature and detailed extensively in the text-- suggests that there is a tendency in human nature toward acceptance and endorsement of authoritarianism. The writer discusses how this tendency would affect legislative bodies, but also offers a general overview of this extremely important book, which is cautionary in regards to the rise of fascism within society. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khaltmas.rtf

Altering Medicare’s Effect on Health Care
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A 15 page paper discussing the history, economic effect, regulations and future of Medicare. There is intense and ongoing debate about the future of Medicare, the need for reform and the shape that such reform should take. As politicians haggle over private interests and noble ideals that no one can afford, Medicare’s influence on health care increasingly affects microeconomic choices of households and businesses, as well as the larger national economy. There is no question that Medicare must become more flexible. Its micro- and macroeconomic effect is detrimental to the health care industry, to the national economy and to individuals seeking health care services. The paper suggests that Medicare allow the private sector to drive reform of the system. Includes an outline. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: KSmedicareReform.rtf

America 2001: Republic versus Democracy
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A 5 page paper that explores the differences between a Republic and Democracy. Examples are offered that suggest some changes in America if the nation was ruled by a pure form of either of these types of governments. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGrepde.wps