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American self-image and national identity after September 11th

In what ways did the events of 9/11 and the measures taken as a result of the tragedy affect the way in which America viewed itself in terms of its own might, its ability to secure its own citizens and detect new kinds of enemies?

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Religious conflict in Christian foster parent and non-Christian child relationships

The paper resulting from this proposal will argue conflict is unavoidable in the foster care system. It is especially unavoidable as a parent-child relationship of different religious backgrounds attempt to coexist within the foster care framework.

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Sustainable agricultural practices in emerging nations and China

Let trees sprout on the mountains; stop growing grain on hilly terrain; and keep livestock in their pens. - Chinese Edict for 21st Century Agricultural Practices, Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, Spring 2000

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Boccaccio's Decameron and the Black Death's social impact

The Black Death of 1348 forms the background to Boccaccio's Decameron; a group of ten young high-born citizens of Florence -- seven women and three men -- flee the city to escape the disease and take refuge in the villas outside the city walls.

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Advertising services and capabilities of Fletcher-Martin-Ewing

Fletcher-Martin-Ewing - FME functions as an integrated agency from Atlanta, with a wide range of activities on the advertisement and marketing spectrum.

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Spinoza's controversial theology in Jewish thought and tradition

Baruch Spinoza was from a Portuguese Jewish family, which had fled to the Netherlands. Considering the tolerant atmosphere of the Dutch Jewish community, one of the more remarkable things about Spinoza was that he was expelled from the Jewish community.

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France's resistance to globalization and cultural imperialism

In the issue of globalization, since the start of the modern round of political moves geared toward increasing it, France has seemingly been the 'mine canary,' reacting first and somewhat explosively against the progress of globalization.

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Existential themes in post-war cinema: Bergman, Truffaut, and Hawks

The post-Second World War climate was that of tremendous transition and change for its people. The world was full of tension and uncertainty.

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The Seneca Falls Convention and the fight for women's suffrage

"The right of the citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex."

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The Patriot Act's expansion of police powers and potential for increased corruption

Corruption exists within all aspects of government, and has since early civilization.

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