The government is weaker now than it was as a democracy at the end of George Washingtonās final term as president. Over the years, the government has parted ways with some of George Washingtonās views, such as his views on international relations, partisanship, and constitutionalism. George Washington believed that the United States of America should not rely on foreign powers. The goal was to keep the U.S. as neutral as possible when it came to warfare because Washington feared that...
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How did African slavery come to replace indentured servitude as the primary form of labor in the colonial world, particularly in the South? According to Chapter 2, āIndentured Servantsā were individuals of any race and gender working in the fields and homes of more affluent Englishmen for a set period of time in exchange for passage into America. (Hewitt & Lawson, 48). In 1619 many English colonists and planters needed to find a way to grow their land and become...
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In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower said āYou have a row of dominoes set up. You knock over the first one, and what will happen to the last one is a certainty that it will go over very quickly (āCivil Rights,ā 169). The most glaring problem with this statement is that countries are not dominoes. Domino Theory is the idea that if one nation falls to communism, others surrounding it will fall, and subsequently the nations next to those nations,...
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Over the past decade, the rights of Indigenous people have improved. Unfortunately, some rights and freedoms have not yet seen any improvement at all, and some have even worsened. Thomas King's 'Borders' is a short story demonstrating self-identity and the national pride of Indigenous people. Throughout the story, readers realize the theme is set to showcase the self-identity of the Mother and her difficulties in portraying herself as a 'Blackfoot.' However, pride plays a vital role in Aboriginal nationality, provoking...
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I feel like one of the best ways to get to know someone is by their motivations. So first of all, I want to pursue a career in renewable energy engineering through my schooling at UW. Engineering suits me particularly well. As a kid, I loved taking things apart to see all the small parts inside and figuring out how they worked together, each device or machine was another magical treasure chest of human ingenuity. āJust becauseā was never an...
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It was really the wrong time for me to go to the beach, but I had no choice, I desperately needed silence. I wanted to escape from the hustle and bustle of life. I had enough. Thinking about the exam, my heart sank once more. I knew I could have done better. I kept reassuring myself that I had tried my best but the feeling of guilt kept tormenting my soul. Little did I know that as soon as I...
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Imagine life without electricity. Well, I can. I was stranded on the red planet also known as Mars alone when my source of power ran out. Standing in the middle of nowhere no signs to direct me back to my shelter. I sat down and I started crying. After a while, I stood up and wiped my tears. I immediately stopped feeling sorry for myself and started seeking a signal so I could contact the station but I couldn't even...
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The world is full of re-used greetings and recycled grins, like secondhand birthday cards with the names scribbled out. We are obsessed with perfection because we want what we canāt have and aim for what we canāt achieve. People worship morality, while the saints look down and curse our names. Atheists drown their sorrows in holy water and flick bible pages in Church like they flick their cigarettes in a bar. Hypocrisy stains our food, taints our water, and poisons...
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The Scarcity and Wildness of Nature The different aspects of nature can easily be observed all over the globe. While some places are wild and uninhabited, others have been urbanized beyond recognition. I have lived in both the city and in the countryside. These two experiences can be vastly different and at times even jarring. The stark differences in lives led by the people of the country versus that of the city were shocking and hard to adjust to. My...
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I have three sons. My oldest Alex and youngest Cam are wonderful boys- sweet and smart and funny. They are such caring boys. I am proud to be their mother. They will do good things in the world. I love them. But then there is my son Ben*. He is fourteen and he terrifies me. I was raped one night while jogging, trying to lose baby weight by my oldest son. The man was eventually caught after he raped a...
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What was Caesarās legacy? Gaius Julius Caesar, a controversial memorable character is remembered today as a politician of the Roman Republic credited with laying the foundation for the Roman Empire. Perceived as an ambitious man with a prolific military mind; widely believed to be one of the greatest the world has ever known. Also, a historian who played a quintessential role in the events that led to the decline of the Roman Republic as well as the rise of the...
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I feel so broken and even my breath got frozen My heart and mind were stolen How can these empty things carry so much weight? Can't I design my fate? Their whispers don't let me, Can't they see I want to fill in this void inside me? -Amara S. I was in this room, sitting in front of the mirror and watching myself while trying to remember who I am. It's been a week since I woke up in that...
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My name is Shafi and I am 19 years old Iām confused about life almost like every teenager. I get depressed, I struggle and I feel lost too, more often than anyone in my friend circle. I would rather say my teenage life was half good and half bad and there was my elder always by my side. he is the only person who I admire the most, almost my ideal. I was always thinking that One person can have...
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European presence and activity on the African continent are already met in Africa. Prior to the 19th century, African and European activity was temporarily confined to coastal areas. It broadened through the settlement of African landlocked states and the trading of various basic products of slavery. Following the abolition of the slave trade, felony exchange was considered the perfect alternative. In Europe, there is competition and division in Africa for political, social, and economic reasons. It also had an economic,...
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Nationalism is a strong recognition of a certain group such as a political or an ethical group. Nationalism is connected with pride in oneās own group. This impacted the music of the Romantic period because composers started incorporating elements in their music that tied in with their heritage. Chromaticism is when notes are used that are not in the scale that is being used in the music. If a musical piece using the major C scale was composed, a note...
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Film Critic This movie is about a man named Sam. He is diagnosed with an intellectual disability. He has a daughter named Lucy. I don't know if she is actually adopted. In the first part, Sam lives a normal life like other normal people. This is actually a good start for a movie because it depicts how these disabled people live like other normal people without being different from them. Lucy appeared in his life and he was given a...
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āIf all else perished and she remained, I should still continue to be. And if all else remains and she were annihilated, the universe will turn into a mighty stranger. I should not seem a part of it.ā This line quoted by Slavoj Zizek in his talk about āLove as a Political Categoryā is a clear expression of love, as we know it. That there is someone who is the most special among others. That if this someone will be...
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The complexity of childrenās cognitive processes has always intrigued me. Children go from helpless and dependent newborns to physically able toddlers in such a short space of time; the complexities of this process are of keen interest to me. Psychology with child development will allow me to study this in more depth and therefore nourish this curiosity and it excites me to attain more knowledge and understanding of the stages and features of this development through a psychology with child...
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One winter evening in 2008, following the major terror attacks in Assam on 30 October, I asked my parents what was terrorism all about. As a child of 8, it did not make sense to me why anyone would kill other people so ruthlessly. My parents began by taking me a little into the past and telling me about what had happened during the Assam Agitation in the late ā70s. They shared their experiences with me and told me what...
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My ambition to become a nurse has stemmed from a growing sense that my own personal fulfillment comes from serving those who are most vulnerable. Throughout my later school years, I worked in a hospitality role, thus where I developed my communication skills which allowed me to relate to the demands of other people. Once I had left school and took on a job at the local nursing home as a care assistant I truly understood how satisfying such work...
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The issue of U.S. justices serving in the Supreme Court for a lifetime has been a debated topic for years. While our forefathers who created the Constitution had their reasons for lifetime service, Americans today have different views regarding the issue. Government officials who serve as the Supreme Court Justice hold great power, not just because of the judicial review, but also because they are isolated from the American people as they hold lifelong terms in office and are unelected....
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āParadise Lostā, first published in 1667 and republished in 1674, is considered to be one of the best, if not the greatest epic poem that was ever written in English. The plot is taken from the Bible ā precisely from Book Genesis, as it tells the story of Adam and Eve who lost their place in Eden (also known as āParadiseā) because of their disobedience to God. In opposition to the original, Miltonās version includes also the story of Satan,...
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Have you ever been held back? Held back from doing what you strive for or something you love to do? Well, thatās exactly what happened to the American Colonists. They wanted to declare themselves independent from Great Britain and they did. But with the founding of a new country comes social and economic challenges. This new-found country had a somewhat rocky start but over time with the right leadership would set off to become the greatest country in the history...
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Ludwig van Beethoven was a German pianist and composer. He was noted for connecting the classical and Romantic ages of Western music. He was known as a musical genius that completely deaf. Beethovenās childhood life Beethoven was full of charisma in music but he didnāt stop improving himself. He created notes on the five lines that became very valuable but the composer has not allowed the piracy that has occurred. His ears were finally got destroyed and he became deaf....
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Introduction The cardiovascular system, often regarded as the engine of life, plays a pivotal role in maintaining the body's equilibrium. This intricate network of organs and blood vessels ensures the circulation of oxygen, nutrients, and essential substances throughout the body. Understanding the cardiovascular system is crucial for comprehending the dynamics of human physiology and appreciating the magnificence of life's intricate processes. What is the cardiovascular system? The cardiovascular system, also known as the circulatory system, is a complex network of...
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Introduction In today's fast-paced digital age, libraries stand as beacons of knowledge and community. As timeless institutions, they have undergone profound transformations to remain relevant. This essay explores the importance of libraries, their invaluable uses, and why they continue to hold a unique place in the hearts and minds of individuals worldwide. Importance of Libraries Libraries play a pivotal role in fostering intellectual growth and lifelong learning. They offer a vast array of resources, ranging from traditional books to cutting-edge...
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Life in the colonies was much different than you would expect. You might think that colony life was fun, with your family and friends, like a vacation. That is far from the truth. Life in the colonies was hard with lots of labor, danger, and death. First of all, families were huge, with lots of mouths to feed. Farmers had many children, usually 7-10 because they needed all the help they could get in the fields. People in the cities(blacksmiths,...
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The changes in my life that made me who I am today: When I was first brought into this world on March 20, 2002, at 4:32 am the world seemed to be nothing less than perfect the way that I had my mom, my grandparents, and my dad made it seem like I had all this love around me and was just the world every baby would wish for. Everything changed instantly. No one was even acknowledging my presence here...
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During the Second World War, countries rushed to develop fighter aircraft for war, which greatly improved the structure and engine performance of the aircraft. And at that time, civil aircraft manufacturing technology that could carry a lot of passengers and cargo also made great progress, and civil aircraft pilots appeared. During this period, the aviation maintenance industry has formed a relatively independent and complete systems engineering. In order to ensure aircraft attendance during the war, various countries adopted organizational management...
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Introduction A summary of my practical spatial planning experience and a description of how my roles and responsibilities have developed over the eligible employment period is outlined within this Statement. My eligible practical spatial planning experience comes from over 25 months of full-time employment at Savills (March 20th, 2017 ā present). My education and career history are outlined below: September 2011 ā July 2015 ā MA (Hons) Architecture, University of Edinburgh September 2015 ā September 2016 ā MSc City Planning...
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