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Groupthink in the Bush administration's foreign policy decisions

Groupthink is a phenomenon identified by a Yale University psychologist, Irving L. Janis, during the 1970s (Massnick, 2009).

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Union organizing processes and Wegmans Food Markets

Wegmans Food Markets is a privately held, family-run corporation that runs a regional supermarket chain of approximately 60, in addition to 17 Chase-Pitkin Home and Garden stores.

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How attribution theory helps people find meaning and control

In general terms, attribution theory explores and sheds light on aspects of the psycho-social perception of reality. More specifically, this theory refers to the way that individuals make decisions and judgments about the actions and behavior of others, as well as their own actions and emotions.

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Rhetorical strategies in Martin Luther King's Letter from Birmingham Jail

In Letter from Birmingham Jail, Dr. King displays his argumentative acumen and presents himself not only as an erudite person but also a credible one through the proper word choice, didactic examples and reference to history which he puts across in elegance and flair of a prolific writer.

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Media pressures and cosmetic surgery in contemporary society

In the 21st century more and more people are dissatisfied with their appearance. Paralleling this trend, in an increasing number of individuals are resorting to cosmetic procedures.

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Goal-setting and feedback strategies for adult learners

Adult learners bring a special set of circumstances to the table when they decided to continue their education. Their goals tend to be very different from those of younger learners. They tend to bring a lot of life experiences with them that affect the way they view learning.

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The New York Times company leadership, culture, and organizational structure

The New York Times has a corporate culture based around a tradition of excellence. As the "newspaper of record," the New York Times has long been considered a leader in the industry, capable of setting trends and innovating.

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Eurozone trade imbalances and the 2010 peripheral debt crisis

Nations on the edge of the eurozone, including some former economic darlings like Ireland, have recently come under intense pressure due to their high debt loads. Germany has been forced to bail out an insolvent Greece in order to maintain stability within the eurozone (Kulish, 2010).

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Vulnerability analysis and security improvements in biometric authentication systems

Biometric security is a fast growing domain of security systems. The use of biometric systems involves the use of automated techniques in the process of identifying an individual on the basis of their biological and behavioral characteristics.

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The vital role of marketing in business growth and customer acquisition

Marketing is the lifeblood of any business. This is because marketing encompasses more than traditional advertising. Instead, it reaches out to possible customers through: the added value that is created, the filling of specific needs and having a positive image.

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