Abstract: Over the duration of 30 years, the United States has undergone some major changes regarding foreign policy, ensuring domestic tranquility and, more respectively to this topic, the war on drugs. Over the past 15 years, we have seen dramatic shifts in judgment regarding the idea of marijuana reform. While some citizens are comfortable with the idea of legalization, whether it be for medicinal or recreational use, others are not. This is due to the risks that may prevail at...
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Bullying is a world phenomenon that has the achievable of impacting on youth each physically and psychologically. It on occasion reasons teenagers to drop out of school and permanently damages both the psyche and education of the child. Bullying is defined as an intended and continuous misuse of power towards others through verbal, social and physical behavior aiming to cause harm physically, psychologically or socially. It usually takes place when an individual or a group misusing their power towards another...
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Poetry is a type of literature that expresses emotions or an idea through poetic devices about a genre. Through powerful devices such as imagery, metaphors and similes, the reader deciphers the poem from the literal meaning to what the poet is actually trying to say. ‘The Loom of Time’, written anonymously, and ‘Package for the Distant Future’, written by Sylvia Kantaris, express emotions about time. ‘The Loom of Time’ explores time as a significant part of each individual’s journey through...
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Edward James Olson in the film ‘Selena’ said: “We have to be more Mexican than the Mexican, and more American than the American. It is exhausting! Nobody knows how tough it is to be a Mexican American”. That is very true, it is hard to be a Mexican American. If you do not speak perfect English, Americans think less of you; you also have to speak flawless Spanish or Mexicans will label you a 'pocho'. No matter what we do,...
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Modern technology has had a great impact on many aspects of young people’s lives. Pater et al. (2021) conducted a study into technology use among patients in relation to eating disorders. They researched the impact of social media and other technologies on mental health, including eating disorders. They reviewed the results of an interview-based study with 10 clinicians who treat people with eating disorders in order to understand the contexts and relations between eating disorders and use of technology. They...
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‘Where are you from?’. This is one of the biggest questions I have heard since I left Burundi in 1999. And most of the time, it was quickly followed up by: ‘Where is Burundi?’. My Burundian folks would understand the struggle that comes with explaining where this tiny little East African country is located. I am not going to lie; it gets annoying at times which makes me wish that certain African people should know better their own geography. Then...
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The humanities is a useful subject, especially in any healthcare field, as it promotes an understanding of different cultures and histories, which is useful when caring for people from different backgrounds to ensure the best possible care is provided. Nicholas Kristof in his article ‘Starving for Wisdom’ starts a story of a country that has become so consumed by the Internet that we are losing critical thinking skills in the process, and I couldn’t have said it better myself. He...
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“The arts and humanities teach us who we are and what we can be. They lie at the very core of the culture of which we are apart”. This wonderful saying by Ronald Reagan reveals the powerful connection between the study of humanities and the arts. The study of humanities through the understanding of human beings in the world based from their languages, histories, and cultures encourage us to think creatively. Hence, this seeks to awaken the wonders of human...
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Imagine, as you are living your happy, healthy life, you find out you have been diagnosed with a disease and soon become terminally ill. You are told that for the rest of your life you cannot walk, let alone move, and you find it hard to communicate with your family and friends. You need to be fed through a tube, and you find it difficult to breathe, therefore must wear a ventilator 20 hours a day, and if you stop...
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During the 1920s, one of the biggest impacts was the radio. While Radio technology had already been around for a while, it wasn’t until the 1920s, that people started to buy and keep their radios. The radio had a huge impact on mass culture in the 1920s, however, there are some in particular. The radio impacted mass culture in the 1920s, because people were able to broadcast sports live, how the radio affected the civil rights movement, and politicians were...
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What are the negative impacts of computers? There are many negative impacts that computers have on both society and human beings: According to Ed Grabianowski, Relationships begin to wither as individuals stop attending social gatherings, skips meetings with friends and avoid family members to get more computer time. This shows the negative impact of the computer because computers make individuals spend less time maintaining relationships with their families and also shows the importance of computers to their lives. Children are...
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Prime Minister Carlsson (Sweden), World Leaders, and Reporters from around the world: 50 years ago a boy and his family were taken away to a place of death and peril, a place where God would never visit. 50 years ago, the devil took away everything from him, his family, his home, and almost the precious faith he believed in. 50 years ago, no one spoke up for him and his people. 50 years ago his people were silenced. We have...
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As a child, I dreamed that I would become rich and travel to the cozy cities of Europe. But, being in the center of Barcelona, I did not feel the peculiarity of the moment. Everything happened consistently and even logically. My journey, which began in a small village, continued in the capital in an unexpected way for many. And all because I was not afraid to dream. Successful graduation from school and passing the exams allowed me to enter a...
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Over the last fifty years, the gap in reading-related test scores between the bottom 10% (10th percentile) and the top 10% (90th percentile) has grown by roughly 30 to 40 percent (Reardon, 1). Over that amount of time, the income inequality between the top 10% and bottom 10% has also significantly widened. The difference in scores between the poorest and wealthiest families in the 1970s was less than the difference in scores between today’s poorest and wealthiest families. Although there...
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Social awareness is the ability to accurately interpret a social environment as well as infer the emotions of others in the same environment. In this essay, the problem of social awareness shines through. Both of the examples that will be presented in the paper use powerful, emotionally charged images to raise the audience's awareness of two major social issues. Texting and driving and saving the planet Earth beam powerful images to show the world what we’re doing wrong. Imagine: a...
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‘Cathedral’ by Raymond Carver is a rather prolonged short story about a blind man. The blind was invited to spend some time with a long-time friend and her husband after he had experienced the loss of a loved one. The narrator of the story happens to be the wife’s husband who isn’t particularly friends the blind man named Robert. For some odd reason he isn’t named throughout the story. The narrator was blinded by prejudice, and lack of knowledge on...
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From a National Artist for Literature and one of the famous Filipino writers not only known in the country but globally, Francisco Sionil Jose who was not born with a silver spoon in Pangasinan on December 1924. He has experienced political and economic activities in different countries. With his experience, he put it into a story which he titled ‘The God Stealer’, consisting of two friends with the nationalities Filipino and an American, which represents the relationship between a ‘colonizer’...
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F. Sionil José’s ‘The God Stealer’ has to be one of the best short stories to be written since it has won the Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Short Story, one of the best awards to be won by a writer for his or her work. Back in 1959, José’s inspiration for writing ‘The God Stealer’ was from his own experience in Ifugao with an American cultural officer alongside his Ifugao assistant. It all started when the American’s assistant wanted...
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Whileaway, the perfect all-young lady in ‘When It Changed’ supports girls with no sexual orientation limits. In their impeccable society, masculine and feminine work is performed evenly among the ladies, and additionally, Jonna Russ uses this point to show us more about the feminist criticism of ‘When It Changed’. Janet, narrated in 'When It Changed', can be classified as the 'feminine' female in her lesbian marriage with Katy, however she also has 'masculine' characteristics. She worries about her companion, but...
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Societies, groups, authorities, conformity, and nonverbal communication. Where we believe we stand within all those are usually far from the truth, however no one will admit to conforming because society now promotes individuality and uniqueness. What most aren’t aware of is the influence groups cause. Groups change the way a person thinks, react, and make decisions. Group Pressure Many factors come into group pressure. Social interaction, for example, is a daily dilemma every person faces. Social interaction is how a...
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Music has influenced people for centuries and keeps on doing so today. Musicians have an excellent way of expressing their feelings, thoughts and opinions in their music. Because of this wonderful talent, musicians can impact their listener’s feelings, thoughts, and opinions. A great example of opinions being expressed through music is the song ‘Strange Fruit’ (1939) by Billie Holiday. The song was produced at a time that was dangerous for black people in America and sheds light on a significant...
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Beethoven’s political ethos was liberal; however, he did at times seem to express views that were quite conservative and could also be interpreted as ambiguous. He was not afraid to express his political views through music. Examples of which could be heard in the opera ‘Fidelio’, about the unjust imprisonment overcome by a heroic individual. Also, in his cantata on the death of Emperor Joseph II, a kind, benevolent enlightened leader. His overriding beliefs were in family, fairness, love, and...
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Acupuncture is a traditional form of medicine primarily used for pain relief that has been in practice for thousands of years. Although many people believe in it and its benefits, it’s a pseudoscience, meaning it does not qualify as a real science. Even after thousands of years of development and changes, it is still not an effective form of medicine. For one, it does not pass the hallmarks of science. There have been hundreds of studies conducted by scientists and...
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It is impossible to deny that our lives are shaped by a multitude of influences, whether positive or negative, from advertising, through the media or by all kinds of leaders. When asked which people had the most significant impact on their own life, the most common answer for everyone is ‘my parents’. But outside of my parents, would be my middle school physical education teacher, Mr. Alain Donnat. But why and how this person has been so instrumental to me?...
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Introduction In the realm of welding, few skills require as much precision and expertise as advanced pipe welding. With the increasing demand for infrastructure development and industrial projects, the need for highly skilled pipe welders has become crucial. This essay aims to explore the intricacies of advanced pipe welding, highlighting its importance, techniques, equipment, and advancements in the field. Understanding the art and science of advanced pipe welding not only sheds light on the technical aspects but also recognizes the...
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Cassius is one of the heads of the conspiracy to kill Caesar. As such, one of his highest objectives is to persuade Brutus to join their coalition. Cassius, being the manipulative man he is, uses multiple approaches to change Brutus’s mind. One he uses while talking to him is making Caesar seem equal to Brutus, “Like a Colossus, and we petty men Walk under his huge legs and peep about To find ourselves dishonorable graves...Why should that name be sounded...
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Junk food, junk food, and junk food are around all corners of schools. Chocolate, cookies, soda, potato chips, and Sour Strings may sound delectable to some people, but are they nutritious? Some people wonder if there should be a change. Encouraging exceptional nutrition in schools is essential by reasons of students will consume foods that are better for them, schools will pay less for meals, and fewer students would go hungry. ‘Let your food be your medicine and your medicine...
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My jobs My first job was as a 'Team Member' or less eloquently put, a sandwich maker. At the time, I was grateful to find a job, since I was only 16 and most places in my neighborhood wouldn't hire anyone under 18. The work was fairly typical: (1) make sandwiches, (2) stock and restock the shelves, (3) run the register, (4) help close and open the shop. I didn't love my job, but I didn't hate it either. It...
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I have completed my two years master’s Degree at Lawrence Technological University, Michigan. I graduated in Dec 2016 with a master’s degree in Industrial Engineering. Many of my courses and research activities in the master’s major were in the field of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research with strong motivation on production and operations management. I am presently working in Adient US L.LC., an Automotive seat Manufacturing firm that is involved in the areas of enterprise integration and Manufacturing/JIT Plants. I...
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Truth Behind A Smile Everybody has experiences, things that have happened in their life that made them the person they are. It is what we call a past, and this past makes us who we are. I would love to explain my past, my history that has formed me into the person I’m today. My past has made me decide to become a teacher, yet it has also made me realize that life is like a rose; it is beautiful,...
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