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

America Under Attack
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5 pages. On September 11, 2001, America was attacked by terrorists, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives and untold millions of dollars in devastation. Hardest hit were New York City and Washington D.C. Who were the terrorists who perpetrated such an attack on the United States, and what were their reasons for doing so? The United States is in the course of discovering the answers to these questions which this paper will address. This paper also considers what actions should be taken, if any, by the United States in light of these horrific events, and what the citizens of the United States feel should be done. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAtrrst.wps

American Government & Politics / Roles of Various Branches
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6 pages on the role and importance of the U.S. House, Senate, etc; in contemporary American government & politics. The writer also offers the career of a one particular Congressional freshman to illustrate points made. Specific examples from the mid-1990's are provided. Bibliography lists approximately 6 sources.
Filename: Senateho.wps

American Jobs Creation Act of 2004
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This 5 page paper discusses various aspects of the American Jobs Creation Act of 2004. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVJobCrt.rtf

American Power: Military, Economic, and Soft Power
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A 3 page discussion of the various facets of American power. The author contends that each of these three attributes have proven important throughout our history but almost without exception military power and economic advantage have taken precedent in our international relations. Soft power, however, is becoming a more and more important component of these relations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPusPwr.rtf

American Public Policies
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A review of several of the most troubling public policy arenas of the modern day. These include health, welfare, education, and energy. The paper outlines concerns in each and emphasizes the importance of public policy in addressing these concerns. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPgovPubPolicies.rtf

American Social Attitudes and Border Control
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This 10 page paper discusses ways in which American social attitudes influence border control measures. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: HVBorCnt.rtf