Essays and Research Papers on Issues In Sociology/Mixed

2 pages discussing some of the groups that joke about each other; mentions FDR's requirement of the US ambassadors in 1930's Europe to report to him current political humor. No bibliography.

This 8 page paper discusses the different decision making models (according to Graham Allison) and attempts to apply these models to the U.S. decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan. This paper provides much insight into the weeks and days prior to dropping the bomb in order to fully understand how the U.S. ...

This 8 page paper discusses the different decision making models (according to Graham Allison) and attempts to apply these models to the U.S. decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan. This paper provides much insight into the weeks and days prior to dropping the bomb in order to fully understand how the U.S. ...

This 3 page paper considers how the law may be used as a tool for social engineering. The writer looks at the way it may have direct and indirect effect and ends by proposing a law with the aim of social engineering. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 14 page paper provides an assessment of social work law, personal empowerment, and promoting personal rights through the view of a specific case. The Report on the Inquiry into the Care and Treatment of Christopher Clunis, conducted by Jean Ritchie, Donald Dick and Richard Lingham in February 1994 relates a number of concerns ...

This 5-page paper answers questions concerning laws and social work. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A six page paper which looks at different aspects of the way in which society is organised. The paper contrasts the theories of the social contract as espoused by Hobbes, Locke and Rousseau; analyses the difference between statute law and case law; and looks at the contrast between elitism and pluralism in terms of the ...

A 14 page paper. Cybercrime is increasing every year. The costs are staggering, as much as hundreds of millions of dollars each year plus the cost to human dignity and morale. The crooks have had more tools to use than our law enforcement agencies and law enforcement has been consistently thwarted in their attempts ...

A 5 page research paper on the role of the individual and trends that affect it. The writer details selected rights which are currently at issue, specifically gay marriage, communication privacy, gun laws, and abortion. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 8 page paper that investigates Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), which became law on August 22, 1996, replacing Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC). The paper reports the major regulations of this law and how it is implemented, including the proportion of funds that are allocated to different categories of assistance. The ...

This 4-page paper focuses on quotes from the Koran (specifically from the sections "Cow" and "Women") and applies them to how city governments walk a thin line between passing laws to govern and giving in to mankind's need and instinct for pleasure.

This 9 page paper looks at problems experienced by Australia in terms of income equality. Changes in the law and unionization are discussed. Social consequences, particularly as it respects women, are outlined. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 19 page discussion of the complex issues surrounding domestic violence. The author presents these issues from the standpoint of a social worker but emphasizes that the social worker is only one component of a network of adjunctive resources ranging from law enforcement to the medical arena. Examines the applicability of the structured ...

An 8 page paper that begins by presenting the data regarding the aging population in the world. The writer then discusses laws related to elder abuse, the rising incidence of this crime, types of abuse and data regarding the perpetrators of abuse against the elderly and the demographic data. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 3-page paper focuses on trends that have resulted from electronic media, and discussing how those trends reflect on consumerism, justice, law and happiness. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 33 page research paper that explores the topic of marrying outside one's own race or ethnic group. The writer discusses these topics: data regarding the numbers of intermarriage; laws against such unions with examples; the negative effects of intermarriage and the frustration of certain members of other racial groups; Hawaii as a model state ...

This 10 page paper begins with a brief historical overview of Native American Indians and some of the acts of oppression committed against them. Some statistical data are included in the descriptions and discussions of the culture. The types of Native American social issues a social worker might encounter when working with this population ...

5 pages in length. Money controls the United States entire cultural existence. This may be a rather bold statement, to be sure, but one that is founded in fact and reality. When one considers the fact that money is attached to each and every aspect of one's life, from food and shelter to ...

A 6 page paper discussing the very different spending patterns and attitudes of young Americans just starting out in the adult world and more 'settled,' thirty-something Americans. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

40 pages discussing from a feminist's viewpoint how changing social structures have brought about "the Feminization of poverty." Numerous case studies are backed-up by relevant statistical data to prove thesis. Bibliography lists 20+ sources.

A 5 page examination of the scientific, economic, and social aspects which affect the implementation of smoking policies in restaurants. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer analytically discusses the social environment and atmosphere in a typical Mc Donald's fast food restaurant. Qualitative research on social environments is included as well. Bibliography lists 1 source.

Using 3 relevant sources, this 5 page essay discusses how similar apes and humans are from a socio-psychological perspective. Author makes the argument that apes should be treated just as humanely as ourselves.

A 7 page paper defending the need for equality / equal treatment in society. The writer defines and explores various relevant issues and refutes opposing viewpoints. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing divergent views of racism and colonialism based on the premises advanced by Charles Darwin in developing his theories of natural selection and the existence of 'the fittest.' Concentrating on the philosophies of Darwin, Josiah Strong and Adolf Hitler, the paper also examines the stance presented by several other authors, ...