Abstract
This paper focuses on the representations of women's body image in the media and asks how these representations affect women?s self-image and behavior.

From the Paper
"The images of the media surround us constantly. According to Peach (1998): "We are exposed to over 2,000 ads a day, constituting perhaps the most powerful educational force in society. The average adult will spend one and a half years of his/her life watching television commercials". (p. 128). Leafing through the morning paper we unconsciously take in adverts and photographs. Going to work we pass billboards, signs on bus stations and busses, company logos on clothing and merchandise. At home relaxing in front of the television we are bombarded by images. What are the main messages that are conveyed by this unstoppable deluge of the media?"

Tags:advertising, body, image, women

Abstract
By looking at how guns continue to cause increased incidents of homicide, suicide and injury to children, this paper argues for the need to strengthen, not weaken, current gun control laws. Presents classic arguments such as children's exposure to violence, increased crime statistics and family accidental shootings.

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"Gun advocates generally play down the link between firearm access and violence. As the NRA likes to say, guns don't kill people, people kill people. They view the laws restricting gun ownership through the lens of self-defense and civil rights. This position, however, fails to address a very real link between the ownership of guns and violence. Even with measures such as the Brady Law and the five-day waiting period in place, firearms continue to play a major role in instances of both criminal and accidental violence."

Tags:violence, brady, death, firearm, shooting, law

Abstract
This paper presents an argument in support of the right of civilians to bear arms in America. It states that misleading information is used to support gun control and refutes some of the common myths. It explains the historical evidence regarding unarmed citizens and looks at the importance of guns in self-defense.

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"It is not an eye opening fact; guns used by people kill more people than guns by themselves. Yet politicians want to ban guns that look as if they may be more dangerous than other guns, and even more radical, ban guns altogether. NRAILA.ORG quotes Josh Sugarman, leader of the radical Violence Policy Center as saying, "The public's confusion over fully-automatic machine guns versus semi-automatic assault weapons " anthing that looks like a machine gun is assumed to be a machine gun " we can only increase the chance of public support for restrictions on these weapons." (n.p.) Guns have been an important tool in our country, both in the survival of early setters, and in our independence. In fact, without guns the United States of America would have probably continued to be held by the British. Militias during the establishment of our country are obviously the reasoning placed behind the Second Amendment. In the absence of an established military, it was the responsibility of a militia to defend the country. While the threat of an invasion by another country may not be as much of a concern in modern times, gun control overlooks too many of the benefits of an armed civilian."

Tags:libeterian, nra, pro

Abstract
The paper examines the reasons why people do and do not wear seatbeats in their cars. It shows the results of not wearing a seatbelt when involved in an accident and discusses the deaths of two professional athletes, Mike Darr and Derrick Thomas, who were involved in fatal accidents when they didn't wear seatbelts.

From the Paper
"People shouldn't believe every story flying around these days. The truth is that ALL driving can be dangerous, seatbelt vs. no seatbelt. However, drivers and passengers should ALWAYS wear a seatbelt, whether it's going a block from the house or on a road trip. It's a dangerous game to play when driving without a seatbelt. With the help of two pro athletes' deaths, Mike Darr and Derrick Thomas, this essay illustrates that wearing a seatbelt will not only save a life, but also make people feel more secure while they are in a car."

Tags:buckle, up, drunk, hospital, security

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"Each year millions of animals are killed due to animal laboratory testing. We take for granted that our medicine, shampoos, soaps, and cosmetics will not poison or blind us, cause our hair to fall out, or skin to blister. The rats, rabbits, dogs, and other animals, however, do have to undergo these symptoms. Experimenting on animals is very popular in medical labs where they are trying out new drugs. Many people feel that animal testing is necessary to ensure safe medicines, cosmetics, and other products. Most people believe that a lab animal would have the same reaction that a human would have to a chemical; however, this is where people are wrong."

Tags:ethics, vivisection

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"Five and a half million children in schools today can be categorized as disabled. This counts for 11-12% of the school population. Additionally, the US Department of Education spends at least thirty billion dollars annually on special education, which accounts for 22% of total education spending (Staples 64). Inclusion, though not defined by law, is commonly known as the process by which young people and adults with disabilities and/or handicaps are mainstreamed into society. It is an attitude/belief system rather than an action or set of actions. As defined in Richard A. Villa and Jacqueline S. Thousand's book, Creating An Inclusive School, inclusion is "a way of life, a way of living together, based on a belief that each individual is valued and does belong" (6). Inclusion has provoked strong and often differing opinions within both general and special education. Critics disagree with the expected success of inclusive practices. However, inclusive education creates a sense of community, promotes equality in the classroom, and provides strategies to include learning disabled students successfully. Therefore, inclusion is beneficial to all students and must be recognized as educational reform that will result in a successful organizational change toward inclusion."

Tags:children, classroom, collaborative, disability, equal, exclusion, inclusion, learning, normalization, opportunities, peers, school, special, students, teaching

Abstract
The paper examines the meaning of the following essays; 'On The Lame', 'On the Cannibals', 'On Experience', and 'We Reach The Same End By Discrepant Means'. Additionally, this essay explores the context derived interpretations of the essays.

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"The intelligent technique of the essay serves as a tool for the dissemination of Montaigne's primarily conservative ideals. Montaigne embodies many conservative ideals, encouraging many established values, and describing the reformation as unnecessary, resulting in disagreement from a modern responder, Montaigne does however disparage the dogmatism of many churches, rather Montaigne encourages the use of logic, and despite the movement towards logic Montaigne still encourages savagism, and the reversion to some of the customs of the savages, an idea which is abhorrent to modern science. Montaigne disseminates postmodern ideals towards others. Much of the essay is based upon the arbitrary nature of truth and Montaigne's search for personal enlightenment. The modern interpretation of Montaigne's values is undermined by the historical context of the English language, and its utilitarian past. Montaigne disseminates primarily conservative values encouraged by logic, however the values are subverted by the context of the modern responder."

Tags:16th, century, france, french, personal

Abstract
This persuasive piece is intended as a persuasive letter to the editor, detailing the case for the introduction of condom vending machines into high schools. It argues that today's youth are sexually active at a much younger age, and they should be practicing safe sex rather than unsafe sex, whether it is approved of or not.

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"The recent suggestion made by the Federal Health Minister to introduce condom machines into senior secondary schools has re-ignited a long-standing debate upon the morality of both our youth and today's society. Opponents have been outraged by the government's suggestion, however it is important to look at the substance behind their arguments. Are their objections wholly moral and, if so, does this mean we are forced to examine society's current morals? Are their arguments logical and substantiated, taking into account the facts relevant to "Generation X"? Or is their stance outdated; children of a "more civilized" generation taking their expired and antiquated morals into adulthood with them?"

Tags:generation

Abstract
This paper discusses and critically evaluates Donna Haraway's assertion that, we are all, already, 'cyborgs'. To help make this argument, the paper uses references from science fiction films and literature about the co-implication of humans, machines and informatic technologies in 20th/21st century life.

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"In 1908 fiction writer Jean de la Hire introduced his superhero 'Nyctalope' in the novel 'The man who can live in water', since then hundreds of fictional characters have been created both in literature and more recently in feature films that are human beings with beneficial technological enhancements. The term generally used to describe such characters is 'cyborg', an abbreviation for cybernetic organism that was originally coined in 1960 by Manfred E. Clines and Nathan S. Kline in their article 'Cyborgs and space' '...for the exogenously extended organizational complex functioning as an integrated homeostatic system unconsciously, we propose the term 'Cyborg'.' (p. 26) "

Tags:Gender, Boundaries, Donna, Haraway, Nyctalope, Star, Wars, Spiderman

Abstract
This paper pertains to the techniques within Montaigne's essays and the manner in which they function. The paper discusses several essays including 'On the Cannibals', 'We Reach the Same End by Discrepant Means', 'On the Lame', and 'On Experience'.

From the Paper
"Through the careful and intelligent use of language Montaigne is able to successfully disseminate his didactic. Montaigne utilizes many subtle yet effective techniques to convince to responder, exploiting polemic, displaying bias towards one opinion, yet such a bias is undermined by the continual contradictions within We reach the same end by discrepant means, in addition to the seeming lack of bias within some sections. Montaigne uses the collective within his essays, creating a nexus between himself and the responder, while quoting historical examples and anecdotes, creating a personal tone within the essay, supplemented through the use of Stream of Consciousness in the Narrative form, through the clever use of language Montaigne is able to establish a rapport with the responder, creating the impression of assumed knowledge, while forcing guilt upon the responder should they disagree. In order to create a successful essay one must perceptively utilize language techniques, such that the responder may be manipulated to concur with the disseminated didactic."

Tags:Polemic, Guyenne