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California Electricity Crisis, 2006.
This paper examines the California electricity crisis and looks at the regulatory response.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 2 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper provides a discussion of the California energy crisis and the regulatory response by Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Through reviewing the facts of the case and detailing FERC's response, it is shown that energy providers engaged in price manipulation and the regulatory response was slow and ineffective. The writer notes that it took several FERC attempts to get it right.
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Democratic Process in Columbia, 2006.
This paper analyzes the validity of the democratic process in the modern government of Columbia.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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In this paper, the government of Columbia is analyzed and evaluated through its construction on the American model of democratic republican government. The writer discusses that although the Columbian government has two houses and a judicial branch, the power of the judicial branch far exceeds those powers given to the Senate and House.
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This governmental study will analyze how the modern republican government of Columbia operates, as well as how elections have functioned within this South American country. By realizing the how branches of government are modeled after the United States, one can realize that this country is formed heavily on democratic principles. However, the practicality of this form of government has been influenced high levels of corruption in the elections that have been enacted since the election of President Alvaro Uribe Velez. In essence, the democratic government of Columbia offers a republican form of government in the modus operandi of the United States, but has varying levels of success in the practical matters of governing in modern times.
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Managed Care in the United States, 2006.
A look at the origins and history of managed care in the United States.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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Managed care in the United States consists of Health Management Organizations (HMOs), Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs), and Medicaid and Medicare. These organizations arose as the growing population of the United States began to demand forms of health insurance that would not only provide services to workers but also their families. This paper discusses managed care health organizations in the US, looking at the reasons these organizations came into being, their origins and their original purpose.
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Transit Safety in Toronto, 2006.
A discussion of the Toronto transit system and how different purposes and different functions can be combined to successfully produce desired objectives.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 10 sources, $ 80.95
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This paper discusses the economics of transit safety in the Toronto system, noting the way the system has adopted new technology and has done so in a way that also increased ridership thereby increases revenues and making it possible to be able to pay for new technology that can assure the safety commuters require.showing hos different purposes and different functions are intertwined."
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"Transportation is a vital social function supported by government even to the point of subsidies and often governed by regulation. One of the main rationales for regulation is safety, and transportation involves a number of safety issues addressed by law and based in part on a cost-benefit analysis of the economic issues involved. Absolute safety is impossible to achieve, and even approaching that level could be prohibitively expensive."
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Corruption in Governments, 2006.
A discussion regarding the corruption of public officials and the political process in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper presents a brief discussion of political corruption and its corrosive effects upon three nations: Canada, the United States and Mexico. The paper looks at the background situation in each land as well as the impact of corruption upon each. Finally, the paper also offers some possible solutions that might allow each nation to escape from under the cloud of political corruption and dishonesty. In the end, it emphasises that a corrupt political system ultimately means a dangerously dysfunctional democratic one.
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Government Violence in the United States, 2006.
A review of the use of violence by the U.S. government.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses the controversial issue of the United States government's long history of inflicting violence on populations in the 20th century. While much of this violence has been considered justified as a means of maintaining law and order among people, this type of control has received mass protest. The paper further discusses how violence erupted during the civil rights movement of the 1960s; violence was imposed to control protest; and violence has been Congressionally approved through the declaration of war, are all primary examples of the government's propensity toward violent acts. The Civil Rights movement of the 1960s was one the America's most violent times in the 20th century. Black Americans had been subjected to centuries of slavery and horrendous treatment because of prejudice.
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Zoning Ordinance & Washtenaw County, 2006.
A critique of the Pittsfield Charter Township, Washtenaw County and the City of Ann Arbor Dispute.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 2 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses the Washtenaw County intention to pursue development for the construction of a homeless shelter in the Pittsfield Charter Township, Washtenaw County. The paper goes on to discuss how the development of the homeless shelter was approved for funding by the City of Ann Arbor, which intended to work with Washtenaw County on the construction project.
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"County and the City of Ann Arbor Dispute The Pittsfield Charter Township, however, contested the construction of the homeless shelter, contending that the location of the property owned by the country was in Pittsfield Charter Township. Pittsfield Charter Township, therefore, made claims that the property fell within the realm of the zoning ordinances for the township and because of this factor the township sought legal action against both the City of Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County ("Pittsfield"). "
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The Ethics of Welfare, 2006.
An ethical discussion regarding the government's responsibility to provide for the welfare of those citizens who cannot provide for themselves.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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One of the greatest social debates over the past several decades has centered on the government providing welfare or government assistance to those who cannot fully take care of themselves. With the number of those who are poor ever growing, those who have no means of gainful employment, no way to provide themselves or their families with things needed for survival, such as shelter, clothing, or sustenance. While the hard numbers of welfare can be discussed and analyzed all day this issue mostly comes down to being one of ethics. Using the ethical theories of the classic philosophers, arguments can be made that are both for and against government-based welfare programs. This paper argues that by applying Aristotle's ethics, we can determine that welfare is not an ethical way to combat poverty, as it does not nurture the poor to develop ethical behaviors.
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Canada's Health Care System, 2006.
An overview of the Canadian health care system, discussing both its strengths and weaknesses as well as ways to improve the system.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 10 sources, $ 71.95
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"Public administration is an enormously complex responsibility because of the vast sums of money involved the labyrinthine bureaucratic tangle that must be grappled with and the burdens associated with providing important services to millions of individuals. Of all the social programs in which governments involve themselves, perhaps the most important is health care. This paper examines the strengths and weaknesses of the Canadian health care system and suggest areas wherein improvement can be made.
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Role of Police, 2006.
An analysis of the police role in balancing public security and individual liberty.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper examines the appropriate roles that the police, as an institution, should play in the future. The paper is divided into several sections. First, the paper compares and contrasts the several roles it presents. Then, the author presents his own perspective: that the police's role should be to balance public good against individual liberty and it discusses strategies that can be implemented.
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"Role of Police: Balancing Public Security and Individual Liberty Introduction The role that police play in society is often misunderstood. While popular wisdom and commonsensical knowledge tells us that the primary role of police is to serve and protect, with a significant emphasis on law enforcement, scholarly research into the subject proves otherwise. For instance, Van Maanen (year) points out that even the police, as a social institution, perceive their primary social function to be that of law enforcement. Media conceptions of the police only serve to reinforce this perception, with frequent portrayals of police officers hunting down criminals and protecting the community from their continued sociopathic behavior. The question before us encompasses the extent to which such a conception of the police is at all accurate. What's more, even if it were found to be accurate, does it constitute the preferred social role of the police?"
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Personal Healthcare Information, 2006.
This paper discusses aspects related to the confidentiality of personal healthcare information.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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In this article the writer brings together the Privacy Act and HIPPA to discuss the legislation and implications of HIPPA. This paper highlights the various federal and state requirements, individual rights, facility or practitioner requirements, issues of consent and authorization. This paper also focuses on the type of consent and authorization requirements for the use and disclosure of protected health information inclusive of forms, declarations and signatures.
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"According to a survey conducted by the California Healthcare Foundation, individuals are so concerned with the privacy of their healthcare information they often sited that as a reason why they refused to seek appropriate or required medical attention. Others specifically ask their healthcare provider not to record information pertaining to a healthcare problem for fear it will be used against them by their employer or prevent them from obtaining a specific job in the future. While health insurance companies and other institutions were gathering and sharing available information electronically for research and other governmentally oriented purposes, issues related to the individual's right to privacy, inclusive of their healthcare information had gone by the wayside. In 1996, however, this all changed with the passage of the Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA). In 2000, the US Department of Health and ..."
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Medical Directed Healthcare, 2006.
This paper looks at an organizational model as it relates to medical directed healthcare.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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In this high-level paper the writer discusses what type of organizational model can best provide optimal patient care delivery across all levels of care. The writer notes that the proposed hypothesis is that a medically managed model, rather than a managerial based model would provide the best care throughout the organization. Current research and existing literature support the hypothesis.
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"Since the mid-90's, many major medical centers and hospitals have joined the managed care health systems model. This allows for cost-effectiveness in administration, increased patient access to healthcare and for many areas, improved quality of care. However, the majority of the focus is on financial savings, especially in the light of decreased capital funding for healthcare organizations. Tallia, Stange, McDaniel, Aita, Miller and Crabtree tell us that hospital systems provide for economies of scale allowing for capital financing, integration of administrative functions and "the potential for information sharing." This view, however, focuses on the management of the financial rather than patient delivery across all platforms. Tietze tells us that the growth of managed care has also significantly affected the role of practitioners in their ability to provide effective patient care and services, often causing professional conflicts between hospital administrators and ... "
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Constitutional Topics, 2006.
A discussion of topics related to the United States Constitution.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 3 sources, $ 80.95
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The following paper outlines a number of constitutional issues pertaining to the United States' Constitution. Specifically the paper reviews some general interpretations vis-a-vis the separation of powers as well as the history of equal protection under the law as mandated by the fourteenth amendment. Finally the paper looks at the differing views of four significant legal minds as they grapple with the issue of genuine equality under the law.
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"Topics Pertaining to the United States Constitution: Separation of Powers, Equal Protection under the Law, and the Views of Justice Antonin Scalia et al. Part I: Separation of Powers The three departments of the United States Federal Government share power in various ways. The following paper will examine this and also examine how different views on the United States separation of powers have been articulated by various individuals and in various legal cases. To begin with, in a June, 1807 letter to George Hay, Jefferson argued that the three branches of American government were intended to be independent of one another. More specifically, Jefferson held that activities or responsibilities expressly granted to one branch of government by the constitution were not to become the purview of another branch of government (para.1). In drawing his letter to Hay to a close, Jefferson wrote that he was steadfastly opposed against any"
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Crime Prevention, 2006.
A discussion on the role of the police and crime prevention.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper explores the police in their role of crime prevention. It explains how effective the police are in their efforts to prevent crime and gives reasons for their shortcomings. Additionally, other roles of the police are discussed and it explores whether these roles conflict with crime prevention.
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"One of the main roles of the police is to prevent crime. The police, however, can not prevent all crime from occurring. Furthermore, the effectiveness of the police in their role of crime prevention is debatable. Throughout this paper I will explore the question of to what degree the police can prevent crime and whether this is a realistic expectation. Additionally, I will discuss authors which support my arguments as well as whether the police's role of crime prevention conflicts with other roles that the police have. Although the police are charged with the duty of crime prevention, this is often not an easy role for the police to fulfill. It is pointed out in Topic #2 - Crime Prevention Role, "the police-citizen crisis of the 1960s brought to light the inadequacy and inability of the police to fulfill their role in crime prevention."
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Healthcare Regulatory Agency, 2006.
A discussion on the role of the American food and drug association.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper profiles the role of the regulatory agencies of the food and drug administration (FDA) office. It discusses how they operate and why they are necessary. The paper includes an historical recounting of the agency, it expands on the scope of authority, structure and day to day activities. It concludes with a an example of their regulatory nature.
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"Regulatory agencies are viewed as helpful or a hindrance depending on the side of the fence you are on and the level of involvement: they either serve to protect their own by restricting outsiders from entry or they are considered police-state watchdogs. For example, the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations acts to certify and audit healthcare facilities, the American Medical Association (AMA) polices licensed medical doctors in this country and acts to confront and control those it deems practicing against AMA policies and guidelines. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is one such regulatory agency with policies and actions that support other healthcare interests. The FDA is currently celebrating its centennial year having evolved from its origin as the Bureau of Chemistry of the U.S. Department of Agriculture ("FDA News," 2006) is currently under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Health and..."
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HOT and HOV Lanes, 2005.
A report on private motor vehicles use and traffic.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 178.95
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The paper considers the issue of private motor vehicle use in the environmental, economic, political, social and political sense. The paper discusses the strong interest that cities should have in reducing the number of road vehicles on its roads and thus examines the need for the HOV system and HOT lanes. Both the terms HOV and HOT are analyzed.
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Private motor vehicle use is one of the worst environmental, economic, political, social and political problems facing the world. For example in Weaning Canadians from their Love of the Automobile Will Be an Uphill Slog Michael Kieran states, Road vehicles account for 72% of transport energy consumption and 81% of petroleum fuel usage; in other words, road usage is responsible for two-thirds of the transportation emissions of greenhouse gases (Kieran 2003:www. Cabe.ca). This means that cities should have a strong interest in reducing the number of road vehicles on its roads.
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Waste Management, 2005.
A comparative analysis of waste management practices and policies in Toronto and New York.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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The paper compares waste management practices and policies in the Canadian city of Toronto with the American city of New York. Government officials in major North American cities are increasingly concerned about reducing waste collection and transport costs, and are seeking to increase efficiency. While Toronto officials are aggressively promoting recycling in order to reduce the volume of solid waste that huge urban areas must haul to landfills for disposal, New York City officials are focusing more upon implementing more efficient and less expensive methods of waste collection and transportation.
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"Comparing waste management practices and policies in the Canadian city of Toronto with the American city of New York indicates that government officials in major North American cities are increasingly concerned about reducing waste collection and transport costs, and are seeking to increase efficiency. Subsequently, Toronto officials are aggressively promoting recycling in order to reduce the volume of solid waste that huge urban areas must haul to landfills for disposal, while New York City officials are focusing more upon implementing more efficient and less expensive methods of waste collection and transportation. In Toronto, Solid Waste Management Services is responsible for handling the transfer and disposal of garbage, "as well as the processing and sale of recyclable materials collected through the blue..."
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Sovereignty and Democracy, 2005.
An analysis of the relationship between sovereignty and democracy in recent decades.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 3 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper examines the claim that in recent decades the balance of power between politics and commerce has shifted to the point that the political state has become the corporate state is commonly voiced among opponents of globalization. The paper presents arguments for and against this claim and shows that this assertion ignores significant objections, such as the fact that we do not live in a homogenized world and that corporate power and influence are often defined by national contexts.
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Recreating Urban Environments, 2005.
A discussion of the problems associated with poor urban planning and the ways that some of these problems can be eliminated.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 62.95
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This seven page paper examines urban planning issues. Because the rapid growth and expansion of cities in the twentieth century appears to have gone unchecked, modern urban centers are plagued by a variety of social problems. The paper suggests that many of these social problems can be reduced and even eliminated through effective urban planning policies.
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"Recreating Urban Environments through Urban Planning Because the rapid growth and expansion of cities in the twentieth century appears to have gone unchecked, modern urban centers are plagued by a variety of social problems. In contemplating ways to recreate urban environments as viable and sustainable places for decent living, recreation, and creativity, it is evident that many of these social problems can be reduced and even eliminated through effective urban planning policies. Transforming blighted, sprawling urban areas into vibrant, thriving communities would entail significant short-term costs, but it is undeniable that the chronic social problems caused by uncontrolled urbanization in the United States have required municipal, state, and federal government officials to spend hundreds of millions of dollars in attempts to resolve these problems."
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