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A 3 page paper examining the issues discussed in Patricia J. Williams' essay 'Hate Radio.' The paper agrees with Williams that something must be done to restrain such dissemination of hatred, and formulates a suggestion. Bibliography lists 1 source.

In June of 1990, Russell and Laura Jones of St. Paul, Minnesota found a cross burning in their yard. Two adolescents were charged; one plead guilty, the other was found guilty of a St. Paul 'hate speech' ordinance which specifically makes bias-motivated cross burning a crime. The case was eventually appealed all the way to ...

In June of 1990, Russell and Laura Jones of St. Paul, Minnesota found a cross burning in their yard. Two adolescents were charged; one plead guilty, the other was found guilty of a St. Paul 'hate speech' ordinance which specifically makes bias-motivated cross burning a crime. The case was eventually appealed all the way to ...

A 4 page essay in which the writer argues that although thematically disrespectful, a 'flag burning amendment' is merely an example of national insecurity, not patriotism. It is asserted that more important rights precede such an amendment and that there is no viable reason to punish people for burning the American flag as an act ...

4 pages (including 1pg. outline) discussing whether or not Americans should be obligated to salute the flag. The case of Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf is used briefly to argue that the very freedoms the flag is said to represent should inherently allow us to ignore its symbolic existence if we so choose. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

In 5 pages the author discusses whether the Confederate flag should be taken down from the state capitol in South Carolina. The author posits that the flag should not be taken down, because it is tradition, heritage, and a symbol of bravery in battle. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper supporting the right of paparazzi to exist as a profession, because to ban them would threaten the First Amendment's guarantee of free expression. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page comprehensive discussion of the 'English Only' controversy. Papers argues against English as our 'official' language and offers historical, socio-cultural, political, and linguistic rationale for this. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

6 pages in length. To be told what is permissible reading material and what is not is a direct violation of the First Amendment of the Constitution. Yet all across the country, school library shelves are being stripped of books that certain individuals and groups deem as unacceptable. Censorship is alive and well in the ...

An 8 page paper describing various forms of censorship. Attention to the affect on children is assessed. It is noted that censoring is wrong and should not be considered an effective means of control. Main focus is on censoring of materials and literature as opposed to political censoring. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

Censoring the Internet

  • 5 page paper

A 5 page argument against censoring the Internet. The main focus of the paper deals with the issue of pornography on the Internet since this is the subject with the most attention and conflict. Pornography is a freedom of speech and while we do not want our children to watch, or see, it, this does ...

In 10 pages the author discusses the pros and cons of having society determine punishment for crime. 'Crime and punishment for crime has been around since the beginning of time. Looking to the importance of this, one will find that over the ages there have been different strategies for the punishment of crimes. As civilization ...

An 8 page report on the controversial issue of mandatory drug testing in the workplace. The writer is largely against such a mandate as there exist too many flaws and inconsistencies with current methods. Key court decisions such as 1991's judicial endorsement of drug testing are cited as being unfair "infringements" of our rights. Bibliography ...

In 6 pages, the author argues the pros and cons of the statement that poverty is not inevitable. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 10 page paper arguing that there is a rising class consciousness in America today. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

10 pages in length. Undocumented immigrants are taking over the entire country. Initially, they sought out the United States as a haven from their own country's less-than-inviting lifestyle. America represented a new start for many who suffered repression and the inability to make lives of their own. Crossing the border into the United States has ...

A 5 page paper supporting tobacco regulation. It incorporates a strong thesis, the fight by the tobacco industry against current legislation, President Clinton's response, the legislature's response, and relevant news. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

An 8 page discussion of the societal impacts of tobacco use. Emphasizes that tobacco use is extremely costly from a health care standpoint and that this usage is associated with numerous sometimes fatal diseases. Evaluates the various options for accomplishing a reduction in these impacts and concludes that the only real option is to ...

A 5 page paper that examines the question of whether English should be designated as the U.S.'s official language. However, the one area that will suffer most is in education and it is necessity to retain bilingualism in schools to meet the needs not only of the students attending, but the needs of the nation ...

A 10 page paper in favor of euthanasia, with evidence to support the position, including an examination of its international practice, and the positions of pro-euthanasia physician Timothy Quill, and Hemlock Society founder Derek Humphry, author of Final Exit. Bibliography lists 5 URL sources.

In 8 pages, the writer argues against the right to die. Many aspects of the topic are covered. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper examines the practice of euthanasia, or the right to die, its pros and cons within both the medical and religious communities in America and the world.

An 8 page overview of the issues surrounding legalized gambling. Enumerates the benefits verses the risks and concludes that even economics, the most often touted justification for legalized gambling, do not always pan out positively. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A well-written 5 page essay arguing for the legalization of casino gambling in the state of Michigan (argument can be applied almost anywhere). A number of sound socio-economic reasons are presented and supported by statistical data. Counter-arguments concerning the morality of gambling are addressed effectively. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 12 page paper provides an overview concerning the problem of gambling addiction. Social institutions and their relationship to gambling are included. Remedies are discussed and the legalization and regulation of gambling is supported. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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