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The purpose of prison sentences: retribution versus reform

Crimes are committed daily in our modern day society and can be loosely defined as any action, that by society's standard, equals the breaking or disobeying of some accepted rule, standard, statute or cultural opinion. Crimes can be committed by either or both adults and juveniles.

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Corruption and democracy in Latin America: Blake and Morris's analytical framework

The relationship between corruption and democracy as a political institution has been at the core of studies and researches for political science since its beginnings.

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Kant's categorical imperative and corporate responsibility in baby formula marketing

"To tell the truth is a duty, but is a duty only with regard to one who has a right to the truth. But no one has a right to a truth that harms others" (Immanuel Kant, "Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals")

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The nature of truth: relativism, objectivity, and philosophical certainty

Truth? One cannot simply define the meaning of truth because it is so ambiguous. The word "truth" differs greatly from a word like "apple" that has an immediate visual connotation, and is easily and unequivocally defined.

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American Catholic identity and dissent in the twentieth century

Allsopp, M. And O'Keefe, J.J. (1995). Veritas splendor: American responses. Kansas City, MO: Sheed & Ward.

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Mawdudi, Marx, and Lenin: comparing Islamic jihad with communism

The comparison of Islam and Communism as political ideologies does indeed spur academic debate, and no one would be speaking out of turn to say that there indeed exist similarities between Islam and Communism as political governances.

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Wallace Stevens' "The Idea of Order at Key West"

Wallace Stevens (1879-1955) was a controversial American poet, although more for his personal behaviour than for his work. At the age of 56, Stevens encountered Robert Frost in Key West, Florida and reportedly argued vociferously with Frost while extremely intoxicated according to Frost.

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Arguments for legalizing same-sex marriage in the United States

The issue of same sex marriage remains one of the most controversial topics in the new millennium. This issue has conservatives and liberals at odds and the battle is far from over. There is little difference between gay, lesbian, and bi-sexual couples and their heterosexual counterparts.

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Environmental philosophy and farming practices in Jefferson's legacy

Consider asking questions about the ways Ling conveys his attitude while still imparting reliable facts. You might also ask whether Ling is right about the impact Jefferson's farming practices have had on our economy.

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Torture and utilitarianism: why the nation cannot permit it

As it is the goal of this nation to establish an example for the rest of the world to follow in the freedom and responsibility of our society, the issue of torture must be immediately and definitively laid to rest.

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