Social Issues
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Cause and Effect of Bullying in Schools
CAUSE AND EFFECT OF BULLYING IN SCHOOLS Freak, weirdo, faggot, dyke, queer, and loser: these are only a few of the slurs and derogatory remarks that are called out each day to our youth because they are different than the others in their schools. Bullies seek out those who are construed as different and harass and ostracize them because it makes them feel more powerful. Words alone can do a lot of damage, that old saying "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me" is untrue, words hurt; possibly
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Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno
An impeachment complaint against Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno alleged that she failed to submit her statements of assets, liabilities and net worth (SALN) to the Judicial and Bar Council when she applied as chief justice in 2012.Sereno is the first chief justice to be removed by her peers and the second top judge to lose the position after her predecessor was impeached for non-disclosure of wealth. Sereno is being accused of culpable violation of the Constitution, corruption, other high crimes, and betrayal of public trust, in the complaint filed by Gadon. The impeachment complaint
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Chinese Etiquette
In China, the etiquette of people meeting varies with ages and occupations. Here are some basic suggestions that may be of help. When talking about Chinese speech style, except for some specific situations, such as classes, lectures and so on, most of Chinese are approachable when they are communicating with you. For the people who work in service industry, not only do they need to speak politely, but also cautiously. Chinese prefer to call people’s full name. However, a title with a full name or a last name is often used in certain situations. Using
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Choose Any one Company and Review Its Ethical Practices. Describe Its Ethical Practices and Critically Discuss the Marketing Implications of Its Ethical Standards
Choose any one company and review its ethical practices. Describe its ethical practices and critically discuss the marketing implications of its ethical standards Word limit: 2,500 words (+/- 10%) In the 21st century is where globalization is constantly occurring. There are two different types of globalization which either involves production or market. In this paper, we are going to emphasize on the globalization of production which involves company sourcing goods or services from countries across the world to increase their competitive advantages in terms of differences in quality and costing of productions for instance, land,
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Class Conflict Theory: Election 2016
Running Head: Class Conflict Theory Class Conflict Theory: Election 2016 Stephanie Nalley Liberty University The election of 2016 has become one of the most historical elections in the history of the United States. Personally, I am thankful that I had an opportunity to witness this election and be apart of something larger than past elections. Donald Trump won our 2016 election, and many people do not understand how this occurred. He lost the popular vote, but he could manage to win the Electoral College. He clearly was and has been one of the most controversial
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Coffe Contract
1. What is your walk away point? How did you come up with that? • My walk away point will be when Sandy Grant only willing to offer a price below $6.5/lb. It’s the minimum acceptable price that my CEO Hatch has told me. The price of $6.5/lb has already included a $2000 loss, which will be considered as investment in publicity. So, any price below that will not be accepted at all. 2. What is your target? How did you come up with that? • My target is to close a deal at $7.94/lb.
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Cohabitation Before Marriage
Can Cohabitation be Detrimental to a Marriage? Prepared by: Hillary Pons Prepared for: Any couple whom are looking to live with their partner Professor Ramos ENC 1102- U11 Table of Contents Introduction……………………………...……………………...…………………………3 Background…………………..……………………………………………………………4 Analysis…………………………………………………...………………………………4 Recommendations…………………………………………………………………………7 Works Cited…………………………………………………………….…………………8 Introduction: All across the world more and more young couples are living together before marrying it has become less taboo. Many young couples desire to ‘test drive' the relationship before fully committing to a law binding union, while other couples take the more traditional route down the aisle. However a couple decides to approach marriage the facts
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Colombia Is a Civil Law Country Influenced by Spanish
Does your country have a common, civil, Islamic, communist, or some other legal system? A combination? For example, some countries have tribal systems in some areas. What are the origins of this system? It may be relevant to talk about a country that colonized or conquered the country you are studying. Colombia is a civil law country influenced by Spanish and French civil codes. Court decisions are only binding to the parties involved and are not reapplied in other situations like it would be in a common law system. Despite being a civil law country,
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Communication
Due to my current experiences with Hurricane Irma, I will focus on how my workplace used effective and ineffective patterns of communication during this time. According to Newstrom (2015) “organizations cannot exist without communication” (p. 54). This past week communication has been very important. Not that it hasn’t been before, but due to evacuation purposes everyone’s whereabouts’ have been an importance to my first line supervisors. Preparation was a priority within my workplace before evacuation. For the preparation process to begin my workplace used downward communication to enforce these actions. For example, receiving information from
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Competencies of Addiction Counselors
Competencies of Addiction Counselors Paula Davis Walden University Competencies of Addiction Counselors The first initial contact with a client I believe is an important step for an addiction counselor, because this can sets a positive precedent for the remainder of a clients experience through their recovery. By establishing and building a helping relationship with a client should be based on respect, empathy, and to be professionally and ethically responsible (Ruiz, Millman, & Langrod, 2004). Additionally, an addiction counselor must possess the following three competencies, throughout the process clinical evaluation, treatment planning, and service coordination. Clinical
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Contemporary Issues in Planning
One lesson I learnt from the lecture is that consensus building does not only exist in the mainstream politics, but also in other areas of the human life. One specific area that consensus can achieve goals that were previously unattainable is in the development and poverty alleviation. Poverty is usually a result of unequal distribution of wealth where a few people controls large resource bases while the majority remains impoverished. The wealthy then use their power to ensure that the inequality persists through practices that undermine the poor’s effort to gain wealth. The conditions of
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Corporate Accountability
Corporate accountability is a broad term that is described in the following way according to 12 Manage -The Executive Fast Track (2011): "The moral or legal obligation for companies of being accountable to the shareholders or the stakeholders of the organization or even society as a whole". The problem with corporate accountability lies in who has the authority to ensure that increasingly large multinational corporations are accountable for their activities, accept responsibility for their actions, and disclose information in a transparent manner. Due to corporations wielding significant economic influence and having operations on a global
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Corporate Social Responsibility in the Nordics
../../../Downloads/Unknown EWMBA 291T.11: Advanced Leadership Communications Instructor: Mark. A Rittenberg; Doy Charnsupharindr, and Susan Houlihan Reflection Paper #1 Rohini Panjrath EMBA’18 Strengths: 1. Spontaneity: I approach each presentation or story telling challenge with complete openness and spontaneity. I prepare for every conversation, presentation that I need to participate in. Sometimes, I when I put in a spot, I am very quick to switch gears and focus on what is the best use of my air-time. 2. Expressiveness: I am very attuned with my body to express my comfort, presence, ability to listen to my audience
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Corporate Social Responsibilty by Petronas
1.0 INTRODUCTION There are many definitions of CSR. However, CSR basically is the process of accessing an organization’s impact on society and evaluating their responsibilities. CSR begins with an assessment of a business and their customers, suppliers, environment, communities and employees (Bell, 2016). It is a long term approach to business that addresses the needs of communities, people in their employers. It provides a framework for successful enterprise or organization that is harmonies with its surroundings. CSR also is an opportunity to generate honest, authentic good-news stories that a business and its community can be
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Creating a New Product That Stands out in a Crowd
Desert Willow: Creating a new product that stands out in a crowd Opportunity In 1996, the Coachella Valley was already considered a golf mecca, but at that time Palm Desert wasn't even on the map. With more than 120 courses vying for attention -- and golf dollars -- the bar was set high for the City of Palm Desert to make its mark and create a five star golf resort for its year-round and winter season residents as well as out of town visitors. The search for an experienced partner with deep experience helping municipalities
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Crime in the Us
Studies show from the World Health Organization that violence in the United States is very high. This report goes into deep detail about what is known about the epidemiology and way on preventing violence. This report speaks on all types of violence such as sexual violence, elder abuse, neglect by caregivers, and self-inflicted violence. Also in this report it speaks on terrorism, and how different types of violence occur. After 3 years of research the World Health Organization drew on the Knowledge that was researched by 160 experts from more than 70 countries (abc news).
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Critical Analysis by Zeyang Liu
Zeyang Liu WRT 104 Professor Keefe 10/4/2017 Critical analysis As we all know, China has the most population which the number is 1.38 billion in the world. So, to limit the growth of the population. Since 1983, the Chinese government has adopted the one-child policy. It works effectively and reduced 0.4 billion born at least. This policy not only controlled the growth rate of population, but also played a vital role in economic development and social construction. The one-child policy is the one of the basic policies for the Chinese government. Hower, after the rapid
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Critique of the Singapore Flyer's Design and Operation
Critique of the Singapore Flyer's design and operation DESIGN Similar to all observation wheels in the world, the basic shape of the observation wheel is circle. However, this does not mean that all observation wheels are the same. They differentiate themselves through the observation capsule, the scenery, services and many others. Strengthens on the design of the Singapore Flyer As the landscape of Singapore is very well structured and planed, the iconic Singapore flyer blends in suitably with the Marina Bay skyline . Evert night, lights around the capsule will light up. This also helps
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Cyber Bullying
Cyber bullying, a 13 letter word that defines a very serious act and issue, its cases have been increasing worldwide as time goes by and as many people continue to dive in the internet world without limitations and proper discipline. What do we really know about cyber bullying except its meaning? How can this Internet issue give a very big impact among every victims? Cyber bullying can negatively affect anyone, a child, teenager, and even adults. This issue can be caused by inappropriate usage of the internet. People who lack knowledge and self-discipline often use
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Cyberterrorism: Is It a Threat
Is Cyberterrorism a Real Threat to America? Efforts have been made to address the possibility of a cyberterrorist attacking the country and the havoc that the attack will cause. The United States government through its various law enforcement agencies had implemented plans and various strategies to address the said threat. These agencies had employed personnel who are known to be cyber experts to counter these cyberterrorist but the general public is wary as to the veracity of the threat. On whether or not cyberterrorism will really cause havoc to the lives of everyone as
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Death Before Life
Lewis 1 Abigail Lewis Kevin Eoff POS 145 April 30, 2015 Death Before Life In 1973, (Roe v. Wade), the Supreme Court drew on the right to privacy and forced a Texas law banning abortion. The Court ruled that the right to privacy is “broad enough to encompass a woman’s decision whether or not to terminate her pregnancy.” The right to privacy means that a woman can terminate an abortion in the first three months of pregnancy. During that first trimester, the state governments cannot regulate or infringe on a woman’s right to abortion. Has
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Deep Roots Distillery Mission Statement
Strickland OL 501: JOURNAL 2 I have chosen the company Deep Roots Distillery. Their mission statement is: We will provide spirits made with passion and local ingredients to be shared from our family to yours. There are two reasons I have chosen this mission statement. Firstly, I highlighted the fact that Deep Roots Distillery is a family run business, and that makes it relatable to consumers. By accentuating the family run concept it allows consumers to feel a connection and offers a sense of trust and dependability, reminiscent of family dinners and memories. With consumers
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Deontology and Waste Reduction
Deontology and Waste Reduction. Deontology (Duty Ethics) - Utilitarianism is sometimes called a consequentialist theory because it evaluates whether an act is right or wrong in terms of the act's consequences. As also mentioned about Deontology, “focuses on what we are obligated to do as rational moral agents. It is particularly important to see that the deontologist does not say that actions do not have consequences; rather, the deontologist insists that actions should not be evaluated on the basis of the action's consequences.” * What does the theory tell us about how things operate in
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Do Trade Barriers Affect the Equity Home Bias ?
Abstract In this paper, we show that the effect of trade barriers on the equity home bias can vary depending on economic environments. Even though there have been a variety of studies related to the relation between trade barriers and the equity home bias since Obstfeld and Rogoff (2000), reliable empirical research has never been conducted on this topic. In order to examine this issue with econometric model, we measure the equity home bias both in US and European Union with a more improved method. Based on this measurement, we discuss the interesting characteristics of
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Do You Agree or Disagree with the Use of Sports Teams' Use of a Logo or Symbol Associated with Native Americans? Why?
Do you agree or disagree with the use of sports teams' use of a logo or symbol associated with Native Americans? Why? The answer to this question is complex. To understand the negative aspects fully we must understand the origin of team mascots. Originally mascots were young boys who assisted army soldiers. When it came to sports, the young boys who carried the bats or got refreshments for the team were called mascots. In the late 1800’s sporting mascots became racially motivated. For example, the Chicago White Sox mascot was a former Vaudeville performer (a
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Domestic Violence Research Paper
“Three out of ten women and one out of ten men in the United States experience violence at the hands of an intimate partner- often with devastating costs” (Wilson, Fauci, Goodman 586). This is a shockingly high statistic, and something needs to be done to lower it. Domestic violence is an issue in our nation that occurs too often, and for a variety of reasons. It leaves victims with a lifetime of burden, and something needs to be done to fix this. As domestic violence is a heavy and sorrowful topic, it is often
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Don’t Panic – the World Might Not Be as Bad as You Believe: Hans Rosling
Don’t Panic – The World Might Not Be As Bad As You Believe: Hans Rosling Viewing Guide 1. Before you begin the video; write down your thoughts on World Population (Explain your position if you think the world’s population is beyond carrying capacity, at an optimum carrying capacity, or the earth can support more people). I think that the world’s population is still a problem. Recently, there have been many news stories about the approaching 8 billion mark of the world’s population, and people have been expressing concern about the lack of resources (food, water)
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Eating Habit of Students
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND BANKING ACADEMY OF VIET NAM -----------------------oOo----------------------- EATING HABIT OF STUDENTS ABSTRACT Eating habit is one of the most common part of our daily life. In many studies have showned that has a connection between emotional component and eating habits. It is true because everyone has their own habits, and for many people, changing eating habits is very difficult. Actually, all of us have formed our own distinctive of eating habit since we were young. In particular, eating habits of students are formed from many influences, from their friends, social media, to their
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Effect of Media
The Impact of media/advertising on teenager's behaviour in the U.S.A in the 21st Century ? Table of Contents The Effect of media/advertising on teenager's behaviour in the U.S.A in the 21st Century 1 Executive Summary 3 Introduction 4 Body 6 Questionnaire analysis 6 Causes 9 Negative attitude encouraged by television and the music industry 9 Peer pressure 10 Effects 10 Body Image 10 Increased the rate of pregnant teenage girls, single mothers and abandoned children 11 Conclusion 12 References 12 Questionnaire 14 Outline 17 ? Executive Summary Media, something each and every one of
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Elaboration Likelihood Model
1. Elaboration Likelihood Model 1.1. ELM and Types of Persuasion The Elaboration Likelihood Model is a theory by Petty and Cacioppo (1981) to explain about how a persuasive message worked to change the attitude of the receiver, where people’s motivation and ability to process information varies with situational and individual factors. ELM represents the possibility that the customers will elaborate on a marketing communications message by thinking about and reacting to it, and comparing it with their pre-existing thoughts and beliefs regarding product category, the advertised brand and perhaps, competitive brands (Chitty, Barker, Valos and
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