In his dystopian novel 'Nineteen Eighty-Four', Orwell describes a pessimistic world that lacks freedom, emotions, and the human spirit. The solitary protagonist, Winston Smith's awareness of the doings of the oppressive government figure, 'The Inner Party' acts as a catalyst for his fight for freedom. Winston uses his knowledge to actively plan a revolt against the Party, but he unavoidably fails. Although, Winston's enduring desire to overcome the Inner Party, and restore life as it was prior to 'the Revolution',...
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Affirmative Action is a policy that was developed in the 1960s to address inequality in education by taking race and gender into consideration in order to benefit a historically underrepresented group. Affirmative Action is the practice of taking race, gender, sexual orientation, and more into consideration in order to benefit a historically underrepresented group. Affirmative Action was a program based on ending discrimination, but it has only made discrimination worse. It has caused segregated dorms and many minorities to be...
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History of the Spanish American War In February two events crystallized U.S. opinion in favor of Cuban independence. First, the Spanish minister in Washington, Enrique Dupuy de LĂłme, wrote a letter critical of President McKinley that fell into the hands of the Cuban junta in New York. Its publication caused a sensation, but Sagasta quickly recalled Dupuy de LĂłme. A few days later, however, the Battleship Maine, which had been sent to Havana to provide a naval presence there exploded...
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Social workers are responsible for all kinds of important issues whether it be assisting a family, aiding a community, advocating for a group, and many other possible situations. One problem in particular that plagues our world and needs to be highly addressed is human trafficking. Human trafficking is a very real and dangerous problem that occurs all over the world every day. It qualifies as a current form of slavery and disregards basic human rights (Alvarez & Alessi, 2012). Human...
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In William Faulknerâs A Rose For Emily, a unique narrator has been used. An unnamed narrator serves us in the story with Jefferson's peopleâs voice, a collective voice. It is not certain whether is a man or a woman. By doing this William Faulkner hides his narrator behind the pronoun âweâ. At the last, the narrator says âAlready we knew itâ about Homer Barronâs body. Actually, the narrator is not a collective person, just a single person I think. This...
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Despite the efforts of judges and legislators, the criminal law of Wales continues to be a source of discrimination. Discuss with reference to two areas of discrimination (you may choose from any area of discrimination, for example, discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religion). A body of laws that apply to criminal acts is referred to as criminal law. So criminal justice is put in place to uphold justice by bringing peace to our rather chaotic...
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a childrenâs fantasy novel by C.S. Lewis published in 1950. Set in Britain during World War II, the novel portrays the lives and adventures of four young siblings Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie as they discover the magical land of Narnia through the portal of an old wardrobe. Through Lewisâ thoughtful portrayal of the children and the childhood magic and fantasy of Narnia, the reader can see the importance that he...
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The Glaring Problems Within the U.S. Immigration System Since the 1960s, the United States has received more immigrants than any other country. In terms of scope, Americaâs immigration policy is unparalleled in effect. Americaâs immigration system must be reformed because of its lack of respect for human rights, because it targets nonviolent immigrants in the name of safety, and because of the massive systemic issues within the immigration courts. The immigration system desperately needs to improve its policy and detention...
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Significance and Impacts Natural resource depletion is one of the crucial current environmental problems faced worldwide. Fossil fuel consumption emits greenhouse gases responsible for global warming and climate change. As of now, the global population is 7.2 billion and growing. However, at the current demand, Earthâs resources are only enough for 2 billion people. If we do the math, we are using more than what Earth has for us, and this situation is deteriorating day as our global population is...
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Throughout this project, I will explore one way in which social media has made communication significantly more dangerous as it has become more popular. I have chosen this topic as social media is something that almost rules many young people's lives- including my own, as itâs something I use constantly daily. In order to do this I will weigh the advantages against the disadvantages, using real-life examples, and some of my own experiences. I feel this is a topic that...
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Introduction The First Amendment to the United States Constitution is a cornerstone of American democracy, enshrining the essential freedoms of religion, speech, the press, assembly, and petition. These rights are not merely abstract ideals but are fundamental to the functioning of a free society. Without the First Amendment, the landscape of American civil liberties would be drastically altered, potentially stifling dissent and limiting the free exchange of ideas. This essay explores the ramifications of a society devoid of the First...
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Animal testing has been a controversy for over a century since the Cruelty to Animal Act of 1876, the first law in the world aiming to regulate the use of animals in research, was passed. For example, in Korea, 4.14 million animals were reportedly mobilized and victimized in animal experiments in 2020, according to the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency, moreover, the figures have increased every year. While public awareness of animal rights has heightened so far, there has still...
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Did you ever wonder what shapes a person? Well, I will tell you what made me, well me. It all started in kindergarten when my mom said, âLetâs go to the parkâ. I run and get hit by a jeep. That showed me life can easily be taken, no matter what. Later in life, I found someone who later in life will mean a lot to me. This makes me feel happy knowing I have someone who can mean a...
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In the article âCollege Isnât for Everybody, and Itâs a Scandal that We Think It Isâ, the author, Thomas Reeves, argues about the issues regarding under-preparedness and the consequences of it when going to college. Reeves talks about the declining ACT scores nationwide over the years, as well as the millions of dollars that are being spent on remedial education. He addresses the fact that in a few places such as Michigan, Colorado, Texas, and New York academic tests have...
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I could see the beaches, stretching for miles. Rocks, broken down by the almighty sea for millions of years to form the very dunes that were situated before me. Precision crafting used to form the beautiful agricultural landscape that spans the entirety of the island. The tall, emerald-colored grass greeted me as it waved in the strong ocean breeze. The blazing sun, beaming down and reflecting off the majestic, turquoise sea. It blinded me. The unmistakable scent of peat, carried...
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Most of us have grown up reading stories and watching movies about heroes and princes who are flawless, brave, and innocent as leading positive characters. On other hand, in these stories, we could also find a villain with every negative quality possible who must oppose and cause harm to the hero. This conflict between the hero and the villain has shown always resulted in the defeat of the villain. The only two choices of characters these plots offer the audience...
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Women's rights have been an ongoing fight for centuries. The fight to keep abortions legal has been no different. Men and women have been working together to keep this practice legal, and many seem to agree with them. However, the decisions made in Roe v. Wade are up for discussion once again. Yet the question still remains: is it morally wrong? In 2013, there was a large controversy over the decision on whether or not to overturn Roe v. Wade....
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As the famous educator and author Peter F. Drucker once said, âRank does not confer privilege or give power. It imposes responsibilityâ. Indeed, power and responsibility have a complex relationship that is associated by factors such as an individualâs morals and ethics, character, and the conditions under which they were raised. Druckerâs words resonate very heavily within Ursula K. Le Guinâs âA Wizard of Earthseaâ, considering that the theme of power and responsibility is reappearing as Gedâs journey takes him...
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A narrativeâs main objective is to question aspects of the world around it to engage its audience with the plot of the story and also to change their perspective of the world. William Shakespeare questions the nature of power and madness during the Elizabethan era through his play âKing Learâ (1606). Similarly, this is mirrored by the famous Japanese filmmaker Akira Kurosawa, as he questions the nature of power and madness in Japan during the 1980s through his film âRanâ...
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Introduction The debate surrounding the legalization of cannabis has gained significant momentum in recent years, raising important questions about public health, economic impact, and personal freedom. Cannabis, commonly referred to as weed, has been at the center of a controversial discourse due to its psychoactive properties and historical stigma. However, an increasing body of research suggests that the benefits of legalization far outweigh the drawbacks. The transformation of societal attitudes, coupled with empirical evidence from regions that have already embraced...
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Immigration happens worldwide, whether it be because of active war or to reunite with family. Immigration has been happening since1600âs and is not coming to a stop in the future anytime soon. But why do people have different opinions on it? Well, immigration comes along with many other âunknownâ factors to the public eye. Other immigrants come to claim benefits but then there is the other side of why they flee their countries, for educational purposes, employment opportunities and to...
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People tend to not put that much thought into Facebook and its negative effects on happiness it is just part of their daily lives. In 2020, there were 2.7 billion active users on Facebook, and I wonder how many of those people have thought about the effects it has on happiness. I believe Facebook can have a negative impact on the pursuit of happiness because it can disconnect people from real-life interactions, consume valuable time, and lead to social comparison....
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Ancient China was isolated from other parts of the world due to its geography, and if you have ever looked at the map Asia is isolated from other countries and continents including, Europe, Australia, and others. The geography of Ancient China consisted of a lot of deserts including two major deserts, the Gobi Desert and the Taklamakan Desert to the North and West, the Himalayan mountains on the South, and the Pacific Ocean to the East, the country was protected...
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The great Audrey Hepburn, who was herself no stranger to success, noted that as you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself and the other for helping others. As applied to Bill Gates, both his hands were tightly grasping onto our hearts, our souls, and our conscience. Though the march of time may one day diminish his image, leaving his voice just an echo and his presence just a memory; I doubt any...
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The Middle Ages was a period of time in our history going from about 590 to 1500. Medieval Europe had many big events, one of those things is the Vikings, who were known for their travel and brutal persona. Following the fall of the Roman Empire, the people from what is now known as Scandinavia, the Vikings spread their influence of their maritime skills, their warrior techniques and experienced trading talents. Because they were willing to settle new lands, they...
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I may not be the âperfect modelâ with long silky hair, glowing tanned skin, bright colored eyes, and a perfectly slimmed body, but society, by embedding this image forcibly into my mind, gained my trust into thinking that there was this âperfect modelâ. This always leads me to drift of deep down within my mind, thinking, that maybe, just maybe, one day I could reach my goal. To grasp and hold on to my goal of impressing society. My whole...
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According to Oxford Dictionary domestic violence is any behavior, which is used to gain power and control over a spouse, partner, girl/ boyfriend, or intimate family member. Atkin (1998) posited that domestic violence can manifest itself in different forms such as physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, intimidation and isolation and so on. Therefore, anyone can recognize that the consequences of domestic violence can be detrimental to any man, child or women since it can manifest itself into many forms....
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Introduction In contemporary society, characterized by rapid advancements and an ever-increasing pace of life, stress has become a ubiquitous component of daily existence. As individuals grapple with mounting pressures from work, personal relationships, and societal expectations, stress manifests in various ways, one of which is stress eating. This phenomenon, often referred to as emotional eating, involves the consumption of foodâtypically high-calorie, high-sugar, or high-fat itemsâas a coping mechanism to alleviate stress. While stress eating might offer temporary solace, it poses...
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The Mycenaean civilization was discovered by Heinrich Schliemann and was the last phase of the Bronze Age in Greece. They were proven to be warlike and were ruled by a king. Their palaces presented proof of war with images of Mycenaeans fighting wild men decorating the walls. They borrowed the Minoans culture, art, and writing and were an agriculturally based palace culture. They didnât leave much behind, there was no poetry, religious texts, fables, and no codes of law. So,...
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In this essay, I would like to present my views on the mind-body problem, taking the stance that mind is reducible to the brain, this is, the physicalist theory. The physicalist theory says that the mind is reducible to physical matter and gives the argument that all mental states are physical states, and hence mind is reducible to brain. Though I support this theory, I think that the argument is wrong. Given a software to run on a hardware, we...
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