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within two years. Before this law was passed, each state varied on their drinking age from 18-21 years old. The national drinking age became a national issue when the founder of MADD, (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Cathy Lightner, claimed that 18-20 year old drinkers were causing many auto accidents. The statistics that she used, however, were inaccurate and misleading. For instance, the statistics used to show the number of 18-20 year olds in alcohol-related accidents, included people who were riding with parents or other adults that were drinking and driving. The media then used these misleading statistics and excessively covered this issue. This caused many to join MADD in their efforts
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In 1920, the eighteenth amendment came into effect, which prohibited the use and transportation of all forms of alcohol in the United States. What followed was one of the worst outbreaks of rampant and organized crime this country has ever seen. In a scene similar to that in the 1920's, there is now talk of placing a ban on almost all firearms owned in the United States. This ban was already put into effect over a year and a half ago in Australia, and the results are unsettling, to say the least. Already armed robberies in Australia have risen by a dramatic forty four percent. Another unsettling similarity is how both countries have very loyal supporters who were willing to break the law to
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decisions the user or abuser must make.Teaching children to drink responsibly when they are young must be a priority. People need to stop pretending that just because kids should not drink, that they dont. Kids drink. In every town, in every state, kids drink. So instead of showing kids videos of malfunctioning livers, the law should be made so that kids learn not to abuse alcohol, and can enjoy it responsibly. Lowering the drinking age may not be the complete answer, but considering that thousands of teens lose their lives each year to some sort of alcohol-related cause, its worth a shot.Austin, James. Underage Drinking (Issues That Concern You). Farmington Hills, MI: Green-haven Press
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PU train supervisors or faculty to detect and manage substance abuse issues, does PU support an employee assistance program, and finally, does PU have any ramifications for omission or inclusion of these elements.Drug-Free Workplace Policy - Purdue UniversityPurdue University has recognized the effects of alcohol and drug use in the workplace. The reduction of aptitude to fulfill the mission of educational learning, research and services is an example of an adverse effect. Purdue University has set forth and revealed an Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace policy. As a contingency of employment and attendance, employees of PU must adhere to the policy. All employees are notified of the policy via
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money if the owners want to open their places overtime. Besides, some bad policemen threaten the owners that they will close their night businesses if they refuse to play the money for protection. Finally, children feel that they have no freedom, so they will try to find some secret entertainment places. They may do something bad such as taking drugs or drinking alcohol. The government should understand the nature of young people, who are curious about things around them. Instead of using iron rules, the government should motivate them to do good things. For example, the government should support teenagers to spend their free time doing their favorite activities, sports or arts. Thus, if the government wants to issue a new law, which involves everyone in the society, they should consider it more.
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seconds a person can stand on one leg after drinking alcohol Hypothesis: People who are intoxicated will show less motor coordinationTheories should generate hypotheses *Good theory: testable hypotheses, simplicity *Ex: Jean Piaget: infant child development * Sigmund Freud: Interpretation of Dreams*Law of parsimony: when 2 competing theories exist to explain the same phenomenon, the simpler of the 2 theories is generally preferred
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be higher if more DUI checkpoints are set. A DUI checkpoint is a roadblock set up by law enforcement officers to detect and deter impaired driving. At checkpoints, multiple law enforcement officers funnel all traffic into a controlled area and perform brief interviews (10 - 30 seconds) with drivers to determine if they are impaired by alcohol. If a driver shows the evidence of drinking alcohol, the police can run a more thorough screening, including using alcohol interlocks (Low-Staffing Sobriety Checkpoints). Every drunk driver can be detected when they pass though DUI checkpoints and as a result, the possibility of drunk drivers being arrested would be much higher. A study conducted by
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beyond a reasonable doubt.10. No charge can be laid against a person for a common law offence - except for contempt of court. See sec. 9 of the C.C.11. A person can only be arrested by due authority of the law. (C.C.sec. 494-495).12. Ignorance of the law is not an excuse (C.C. sec. 19). However, in some cases there may be exceptions - see main text.13. The accused is entitled to make a full answer in defence of a charge. In other words, a person cannot be tried while under the influence of alcohol or drugs and an insane person cannot be tried - see main text.14. The accused is entitled to have counsel without delay and to be informed of the right. (Charter of Rights and Freedoms - sec. 10b
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From a completely ethical standpoint, especially an Utilitarian ethical standpoint, the actions of David Tuff could be considered for the betterment of the society on the whole and therefore correct. Tuff is an experienced military man and has performed law enforcement duties in that post. Recognition for his service and integrity are notable. His actions were brought about by what some might say as "unwarranted" changes in the rules of Tuff's employers.It is interesting to observe that the changes in the rules made by Blue Mountain Company were contradictory to the rules and regulations set by SSD, the security services division of Blue Mountain Company. In judging Tuff's actions, the
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their contribution to, Australian culture and identity have never been greater, and continues to increase.Quite sadly the Aborigines have been somewhat left behind in Australia. There is a huge problem with alcoholism and substance abuse in the outback and in inner city areas. Generally Australians seem to have the attitude "It's a shame, but they need to help themselves'.There have been a few initiatives such as only supplying petrol stations with non-sniffable petrol, banning the sale of alcohol to Aborigines within 250k's of Alice Springs and certain other communities and the re-introduction of Aboriginal law, where elders and the community are responsible for punishing law breakers in the
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America, all of us are immigrants or descendent of immigrants, and we have different ways of life. However, people can live together and express their individual opinions freely. The fact is due to the tolerance of our government, which can successfully transform the difference into a unique American culture. For instance, the American government has given people freedom of religion. People can believe what they want, but they cannot act against the law. Even though American has the most diversity religious, she is the most harmonic place for different religion. Our democratic society emphasizes the value of the individual, and the religious freedom represents the freedom to have individual
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. Marijuana sales would beregulated by state and federal governments. It would also help the economy by a reductionin law enforcement costs, and police could focus more on dangerous drugs such ascocaine, heroin, and crystal meth.Some people who oppose the legalization of marijuana say that traffic fatalitieswould increase. The myth is that 40% of drug related emergency room visits are marijuanarelated. The fact is that this statistic purposely excludes the legal drug of alcohol, a drugnotorious for causing violence and accidents. A marijuana related emergency room visitdoes not mean marijuana caused the incident. If the patient admits to using marijuana daysor weeks before the incident or if someone
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End of Pot ProhibitionOne of the hottest topics being debated in today's ever changing society is the legalization and end of the prohibition against marijuana. Solid arguments exist on both sides, but by simply looking at the facts and weighing the pros and cons of prohibition, it becomes clear that it is time for society to accept the changing times and move forward as a whole.There are many different aspects of each argument, but I will only be covering a few key topics. One of the most prevailing and arguably the most influential reasons for the legalization of marijuana is the exact same reason tobacco and alcohol is legal; the economy ultimately gets deprived from a potential multi
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only concept at work. I do find that operant conditioning has had a role in my current and some of my past behaviors. When I was in high school I had a couple of incidents involving myself, alcohol, and the law. The punishment in my eyes seemed to be a little harsh and drastic for my offense. I did know that what I was doing was illegal, but I felt I was being responsible about it at the same time. After going through the punishment, spending time in jail, I made a conscious decision to change my behavior and never be back there. This is an example of positive punishment. The punishment that I had to deal with was severe and unfavorable enough that it weakened my lack of disobedience for the
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. Even if someone is asking questions and is curious, it is best not to venture into this realm, at the workplace, in order to not be subject of discrimination.Another example is that some states protect disabled employee against discrimination and those that use alcohol or drugs may fall into this category in some states. Therefore, in some states it may be illegal to fire a person for a substance problem without allowing this person to get rehabilitation. Arizona also has a law that indicates it is unlawful for an "employer to refuse to allow employees time off to serve on jury duty or to vote." Furthermore, to fire an employee that files for worker compensation or who is subject to getting
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industries, and also in steel mills. These jobs brought newcomers to New England, the west coast of Florida, Ohio Valley, Pittsburgh, and many other places. Another law people began to live by was proposed by Gentile, saying that you should take what you can get. The law of the jungle you might say, therefore giving justification to organized crime today. Many tried to argue with people, among themselves, saying that once they made a lot of money; they could "earn" God's blessing by doing good things for other people with their money. Many universities greatly benefited from this idea throughout the years. It took a while, but the Mafia soon began to find the many short cuts to easy wealth
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figures from the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms show that handgun manufacturing dropped by more than half between 1993 and 1999. In 1998, the latest year available, fewer handguns were manufactured than in any year since 1967.* The University of Chicago's General Social Survey shows that 24 percent of adults polled in 2001 owned at least one gun, down from 31 percent in 1996. Previously, the figure held steady near 30 percent for the survey's 16-year history.The trends aren't industry-wide: Sales of long guns - such as shotguns and rifles - remain healthy. But historically, pistol and revolver sales have closely mirrored crime-rate fluctuations, from the 1960s until today. "The
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increased drug and alcohol use. These facts alone are evidence that abortions are too dangerous for a woman and her child.Third, abortion is murder because the fetus has developed life- like features before the abortion takes place. By 21 days the heart is pumping blood, arms and legs bud at 28 days, brain is existent by 30 days, and by 35 days, mouth, ears and nose are present. Brainwaves can be recorded and heartbeat detected at 40 days and by 42 days the skeleton is formed. Also by 42 days, the brain is controlling the movement of muscles and organs and the unborn reflexively responds to stimuli. This all takes place before the earliest surgical abortions are performed. Many also believe
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. Law enforcement does the best to protect society from these individuals with the tools they have at their disposal. When a convicted sexual predator moves into a neighborhood, parents with children at notified and if the predator lives with a certain distance from a school, the school is also notified that a convicted child sexual predator lives within a certain distance of the building. To the best of my knowledge, the name of the predator is withheld, but anyone can look up on the Internet the name, address and picture of the predator.To identify if a child is at risk, we must first identify what child abuse is. Abuse can take several different forms from verbal, emotional, and physical
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dispute resolution system of Canadian Courts within the context of common workplace related conflicts. The intent of this paper is to argue that both systems are representative of the culture, atmosphere, expectations ad mindset of the society and its constituents and therefore are effective in there own right, for example, substance abuse in the form of alcohol consumption while on duty is not an acceptable behavior in any work place. Employer whether a Canadian one or an Afghani is completely within its rights to expect that the employee be sober and not engage in such an irresponsible activity while on paid time. Both dispute resolution system would therefore lead to a penalty for the employee
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)A common myth within our society is that separation of violent offenders from the community by imprisonment will enhance our community's safety. Prisons are very dangerous and are common places for those inside to learn further in regards to violent behaviour. A person's ability to live independently and peacefully can be totally destroyed in prison. Prisoners suffer negative and brutal experiences at times destroying their will to live decently, which can drive them to plotting revenge on society. (Ray & Craze 1991)People have long believed that alcohol causes violent behaviour. A common belief shared by Australians is that Rum causes aggressiveness. This has proven to very mythical as
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them, ultimately causing bodily harm or fatalityOlder children and rough play:Older children play far more vigorously and with frequent excessive force to that of young children. Mixing the two age groups around a pool side or in the pool can present a problem as the children may come into contact with each other during play and thus, too heavy contact with younger ones resulting in injuryParents/caregivers consuming alcohol around the pool area:Parents and caregivers of children should not be supervising children and consuming excessive amounts of alcohol whilst supervising because it can impair vision and reaction times, in pool related incidents, seconds count and therefore instant actions
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positively supported of these figures was a Wesleyan Methodist layman, John Colton. He and other Methodists were focused towards the goal of transforming not only South Australians but the rest of the nation into more moral law abiding, ethical persons; by raising the age of sexual consent, promoting temperance from alcoholic drink, trying to prevent them from wasting money in gambling, and also by maintaining a constant Sunday vigil at church. Also, Methodists were strongly counselled to consistently vote at elections "as a solemn trust" (to the church) to enable present and future religious majority leadership in Parliament, to thus continue furthering their moral and ethical ideals on
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purchase drugs easier then, buying a bottle of alcohol or a pack of cigarettes, it is hurting our society. If we can't keep drugs out of our prisons then, how can we keep them off our streets? There has to be a better way to fight the war on drugs because we have to face it, it is a failure. Incarcerating more and more people for longer and longer amounts of time for drug offences is ridiculous: all we are doing is building more prisoners. We are not reducing the amount of drugs in our country. What is this solving? Nothing. In order to make the war on drugs work, we need to come up with new polices and not keep using the same polices that had failed over and over again.The war on drugs causes
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thinkquest. oracle)The difference between Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth is their expert skills. Sojourner Truth worked to put an end to slavery, promote equal rights for women, and stop the use of alcohol for men and women. Even though she was supportive and caring for the Underground Railroad she didn't really participate in it. ("narrative of sojourner truth" by oliver gilbert 1850) Harriet Tubman was also known as the black moses of the Underground Railroad. Basically Harriet Tubman gave her life to help slaves escape to freedom. She is know for in history as the most popular conductor on the Underground Railroad, her job was a "civil rights activist" (Biography.com/people/harriet-tubman
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tic disorders such as Tourette Syndrome. About half of the children with Tourette Syndrome also match requirements for ADHD. In clinical samples thirty percent of cases with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder also had ADHD. Alcohol and cigarette use are also directly related to ADHD because ADHD increases the risk of smoking and one in five adults with alcohol abuse suffer from ADHD. Other disorders such as eating disorders may be common in cases with ADHD, but the evidence is weak. Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is the most commonly associated disorder with ADHD because fifty percent of those with ADHD also have DCD. Autism disorders, language disorders, and learning disorders may
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bureaucratic hurdles. But at least their legal rights have now been clearly established.On the other hand, the amendments are one more step in the gradual but steady process of placing men and women on an equal footing in Taiwan's legal code. Ever since it was promulgated in 1928, the Nationality Law and given nationality automatically to children of Taiwanese fathers and foreign nationals, but never the other way around. The blatantly discriminatory nature of this provision has long been a serious blemish, but by no means the only one3)INTERNATIONAL INTERMEDIARIESInvestment incentive measures for the retail, wholesale and technology service industries to procure equipment and technologies
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The main character, Isabella, is a very virtuous and chaste young woman who faces a difficult decision when her brother is sentenced to death for fornication (unlawful sex). Isabella does not approve of her brother's actions at all, but she pleads for his life out of loyalty and sisterly devotion. She is a spiritual person who starts off wanting to become a nun, however her decision to enter a convent is never explained. She is a character who seems to be indecisive as she doesn't really seem to know what she wants or who she is. It is as if Shakespeare is demanding the reader and audience to understand her more than Isabella understands herself.
Isabella is the main focal point of the
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The industrial world has had many good, as well as bad effects on American society. The United States economy rose greatly; however, the people suffered. Women were not able to work and the building of houses created overpopulated areas. There was always a cause and effect. The effect was mostly negative. People were not benefiting from the industries.
A major problem in the United States was immigration. There had been so many immigrants coming that it caused the United States to get overpopulated. This led to nativism. Nativists thought that this high immigration was a negative effect on the U.S., such as the Chinese people taking over the railroad jobs. They were cheap labor and
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Emma and her infant daughter, Berthe.When Emma first meets Leon she becomes fascinated with Leon's mind. They share the same romanticized views and read the same sentimental novels. They have strong feelings for each other, but Leon is an inexperienced lover, and is too cowardly to declare his love for Emma. Emma believes that love ?must come suddenly, with great outbursts and lightnings,? (p.76) and this is precisely what Leon is unable to give her. They did not consummate their love, because Leon moved away to Paris, to study law. When Emma and Leon meet again, after the opera at Rouen, from his time in Paris Leon has become a sophisticated man of the world, and, this time he has no trouble
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Adelita Lopez There are many different cultures, beliefs and diverse people around the world; this short story Stones for Ibarra brings together two totally different worlds, that of the Everton's and the "townspeople". The Everton's are an American couple looking to settle down in this little abandoned town. Both of these worlds teach each other many different things and influence each other in every way. The Everton's are viewed as somewhat of superior figures and the townspeople feel subordinate to them. Even though there is a great social difference between these two worlds they learn to cope and accept each other. In this small town religion is a big part of the
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Malcolm-XMalcolm-X was a great leader and many of his leadership qualities were shown in his autobiography. One of these unique qualities was shown when Malcolm was in prison his innovative style of doing things. Another one of his qualities was his determination to accomplish something he wanted to do. His final leadership quality was his intelligence. These are Malcolm-Xleadership qualities that I'm going to talk about.Malcolm showed a really important leadership quality in his autobiography, which was his innovative style of doing things. He shows this quality by getting stuff done with the little supplies and time he had. An example of this is how he learned to read and write he copies
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United Colors of BenettonBackgroundSince 1984, Benetton conducted a very controversial advertising campaign. Among the most talked about ones were: - a black horse mounting a white one - the naked buttocks of an AIDS carrier, tattooed with "HIV Positive"- a black baby and a white baby facing each other, sitting on their potties- a priest and a nun kissing- an empty electric chair- child laborers with the slogan "The United Colors of Benetton"Owner Luciano Benetton said that the rationale behind their advertising campaign was to put forward ideas about racism, sexism, human rights, animal rights, the environment and most of the major worldwide
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Windows 2000 is an operating system developed by Microsoft and targeted for workstation and server computers. Windows 2000 comes in 4 different versions, professional, server, advanced server and datacenter server. Here is how Microsoft describes the different versions. (http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/server/howtobuy/choosing/default.asp)Product BenefitsWindows 2000 Professional Highest reliability to keep your business running Enhanced security to protect your business data Best support for mobile business computing Best platform for next-generation business technologyWindows 2000 Server Best platform for file and
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The reveille sounded, as it sounded every morning, and so began another arduous day in the field. That morning there was a lot of resentment within the squad, the temperature was dropping as quickly as the prisoners' hopes of freedom. Yegveny Miraskensvi was particularly resentful on that day, he felt feverish from the night before with pain in almost every joint of his body. He wanted as much sleep as he could get, as he knew it was going to be the best he would get for over a month. His squad, the 113th was about to be shifted from the main prison facility to a new site in the open countryside. But before the squad could move in, they would have to build the entire settlement from scratch
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are not members of the protected class because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or handicapping condition, or in reprisal for opposition to discriminatory practices or participation in the EEO process.The law prohibits discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, evaluation, promotion, training, compensation, discipline, retention and working conditions.According to analyses, we can clearly understand the disadvantaged group which has been subject to most investigation is the female population. A change in attitude which has encouraged a greater commitment towards full-time and long-term participation. One consequence of these changes is
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The American society is damaged. It has been damaged since the first slave ship set sail for this country, by the prejudices still within the great-grand children of former slave owners and slaves. Although the United States has made a lot of progress, you shouldn't forget that less than fifty years have passed since the day little Linda Brown and other innocent children were not allowed to attend a public school because of their color. The Brown vs. the Board of Education decision has changed not only the school systems that we use today, but also our everyday lives. Before the start of the Brown vs. Board of Education trial the segregation of everything from drinking fountains to schools
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. This passage tells is of the confrontation between Tybalt and Romeo and Mercutio. (See 2nd quotation of 1st page) This passage is when Tybalt seeks vengeance of Romeo gate crashing the Capulet masked ball, however Romeo refuses to be baited and Mercutio decides to fight Tybalt himself. This particular instance applies to the factor of circumstances because the fact that Romeo has just married Juliet means that he feels that it would be wrong to kill his almost brother in law. This leads to Tybalt killing Mercutio and Romeo eventual killing of revenge for Mercutio and Romeo's certain banishment from Verona.The last factor that contributes to the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet is the different
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Introduction to thesis statement was a little short, could add a few more sentences.In early Puritan society, adultery was taken seriously. Two people who engaged in intercourse or had a baby before marriage were considered adulterers. The punishment for adultery was different than it is today for instance; today adultery is only punishable in a handful of stated. Puritan society looked at adultery in a whole other perspective. When a man or woman was convicted of adultery, death was a strongly considered form of punishment. In today's society, adultery is all too common and is not dealt with in the same manner. Loyalty is a quality that has for the most part been non-existent in society
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Personalitate multimilenara, Camil Petrescu si-a indreptat interesul catre cele mai variate directii ale culturii: poezia, proza, dramaturgia, filozofia. Inca din perioada studentiei avea clar precizat planul operei sale: "Voi scrie pana la 25 de ani versuri, caci aceasta e varsta iluziilor si a versurilor, voi scrie intre 25 si 35 de ani teatru, fiindca acesta cere o anumita experienta si o oarecare vibratie nervoasa si intre 35 si 40 de ani voi scrie roman, pentru ca acesta cere o mai bogata experienta si o anumita maturitate expresiva."Conceptia sa cu privire la literatura este cuprinsa in numeroase articole, studii, dar in primul rand in conferinta "Noua structura si opera lui Marcel
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What is love? Is it a complicated blend of brain chemistry that is created in such complex ways that people don't know how to control it, or is love simply put an emotion. Who really knows the answer? Whether it's a feeling created in your brain or an emotion that derives from the heart, it is a very powerful sensation to any human. Many people have the chance to love in their life time, but many people experience it in different ways. You can have love for so many different things sports, cars, books, but there is only one thing that a person can be in love with and that is another person. For those fortunate or unfortunate people who have experienced this wonderful creation of happiness
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Technology solutions are revolutionizing the way companies are interacting with their suppliers, allowing organization to realize important saving from demand and use of more efficient procurement processes. And as B2B drives the marketplace, E-procurement solutions are increasing. This increased focus on E-procurement solutions and capabilities has changed the traditional purchasing function. E-Sourcing opportunities provide competitive advantage by significantly influencing the price and quality of purchased materials and services, as well as improving supply chain responsiveness. And ultimately, as technology continues to enable increased collaborative activities among trading partners
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The world has now developed into a remote killer due to many reasons of war, terrorism etc... This can be even explained as the man digging his own grave. The many aspects of man living has been demolished by man himself by doing thoughtless acts which have caused it a worry to even live in this world. Man has exploited several innovations but the method in which it has been used is a constant problem. One such problem is nuclear deposits. Scientists invented this to provide more consistency in producing electricity but the government is now using this for violent procedures such as war. Nuclear power can cause great destruction to the society and these weapons shouldn't be used for these
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Geometry is important for many reasons. It is used in almost all bases of life, including shopping, driving, work, and especially school. It is used most all the time too, not just every now and then, more like all the time.Geometry is used while shopping at the store. You use it to pick out an item that is not dented. Geometry is used to tell whether a fruit or vegetable is rotten, or out of shape. Knowing geometry, you can pick out the most plump and nutritious items to eat. When you choose a can of beans or soup, you use geometry to check whether the can is dented or not. Finally, when you check out, you look at the patterns and shapes on your money that you have to pay for the goods that
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A disabled man, his wife and his mistress, living alone at the top of a hill in a small New England town; these elements seem to belong in the beginning of a cryptic murder mystery. Instead, it is the outcome of Edith Wharton's novel, Ethan Frome. Ethan, the protagonist, is affected by many circumstances surrounding him. Events spanning from the death of his mother to a tragic tobogganing accident have taken a toll on Ethan's mental and physical condition. The protagonist of Edith Wharton's novel, Ethan Frome, is highly influenced by the situations and circumstances he encounters.The most obvious circumstance affecting Ethan's life is the women that live with him. His wife, Zeena, is really
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In his eighty year life, Immanuel Kant never ventured outside of his hometown of Königsberg, Germany. Either he was a man who was not inclined to search for things, or he was one who had a groundbreaking perception of how to find them. Kant was, in fact, searching for a great many things. Having begun his career as an astronomer (and having first put forth the theory of galaxies), Kant later delved into moral philosophy. Kant set out to determine whether or not there is a moral law by which all people must live, and, if so, what such a law would be. Kant concluded that such a law, if it should exist, would have to be both universal and categorical. To ensure this, Kant insisted that a
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, have protection under the law. Unreasonable searches and seizures are prohibited. Warrants must be based on probable cause to be valid and must to the best ability of the person giving the oath as to what specifically is going to be seized.In order to understand how police can violate this right, thus rendering what evidence they gather as possibly illegal and inadmissible, one must understand what some of the terms mean. Again as defined by Kaci, search, seizure, probable cause, and standing is defined as;Search "Probing or exploration for something that is concealed or hidden from searcher; an invasion, a quest with some sort of force, either actual or constructive."Seizure "The act of taking
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In Joseph Conrad's novella, Heart of Darkness, Marlow - who is both the protagonist, whose actions make up the main plot of the novel, and the narrator, whose thoughts and attitudes shape the reader's perception of the story - has a revelation about human nature. Initially, he associates things such as civilisation, knowledge, and good in terms of light - as it appears; and lack of civilisation, savagery, and evil in terms of darkness - an expected perception. However, as Marlow begins to have glimpses at the truth of human nature, his associations reverse. He associates darkness with the civilised brutality of imperialist Europe, and light with the savage reality of native Africa. The theme
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The middle-of-the-road state of Missouri stands nearly midcenter in the coterminous United States. It shares its borders with eight states of the Midwest, South, and Southwest-Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.Once Missouri was on the edge of the nation's last frontier and served as the stepping-stone to unknown country. Its role in American history is symbolized by the Gateway Arch, part of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. A developer's dream of restoring the blighted St. Louis riverfront during the Great Depression, the project eventually became a national salute to the Louisiana Purchase. Sometimes criticized as an oversized croquet
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MarriageI read an article out of Newsweek called, State of Our Unions. This article talked about how gay marriage is right on the horizon. The author says that evolution of marriage is nothing new. She talks about how the institute of marriage is already so battered, that to most people, gay marriage would be the last straw. The article goes on to say that many other countries are allowing gay marriages and that its only a matter of time until the United States follows suit.I think one of the basic points that the author was trying to get across is that the sanctity of marriage is already on the decline, and gay marriage shouldn't be such a huge issue to people. She gave an example of a
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