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The Resurgence of the Taliban, 2006.
This paper discusses Afghanistan and the Muslim religion, specifically the resurgence of the Taliban in Afghanistan in recent months.
1,275 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 73.95
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This paper explains that one of the reasons for the Taliban's gain in power is that each territory in Afghanistan has its own warlord leader with little cohesion between them. The author points out that many experts believe the Taliban (1) are being trained in terrorist tactics by Iraqi war veterans with whom they have strong ties and (2) have discovered weapons caches of unused weapons left over from previous encounters, particularly shoulder-based rockets. The paper concludes that, if Afghanistan is ever to fully recover from the Taliban regime, it must not only eradicate the remaining Taliban supporters but also must develop a stronger, more democratic and fair government with social policies that ease unemployment and poverty.
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"When the Taliban was defeated in 2001, most people thought the troubles in Afghanistan were over. Estimates put Taliban holdouts at less than 1,000, and their organization leadership seemed weak and incompetent. However, the Taliban has grown in force and organization throughout 2005, and there have been many more attacks on foreigners and people who speak out against the Taliban. For example, suicide bombing is becoming an increasingly popular mode of Taliban attack, and they stop at nothing to get their point across."
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The Resurgence of Political Islam, 2005.
Examines the reawakening of political Islam in the Middle East.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 96.95
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This paper provides an assessment of the resurgence of political Islam in the Middle East. It briefly discusses the history of political Islam but focuses on the period from the 1970s onward, when political Islam took the place of Arab nationalism, with particular reference to Egypt.
Paper Outline:
What is Political Islam?
Why Islam?
The Origins of Modern Islamism in Egypt
Why Was There a Resurgence at the End of the 1960s?
Political Islam as a Tool of the State
Political Islam as a Challenge to the State
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Although Islamism has been used as an alternative to secular government, it has also been used by the state. In Egypt, Sadat was known as "the Believer President" and used Islam to gain legitimacy. He engaged in a number of Islamic projects such as mosque construction and family law reforms and often made use of Islamic rhetoric. As Kepel describes it in Jihad, Sadat's gamble was that by encouraging the emergence of a socially conservative Islamist movement, this new movement would "hold the line' against the radical groups."
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The Taliban, 2004.
An analysis of the Taliban movement through a review of Peter Marsden's book, "The Taliban: War, Religion and the New World Order in Afghanistan".
1,412 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 80.95
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This paper contends that Peter Marsden successfully brings several muddled issues into focus in his book, "The Taliban: War, Religion and the New World Order in Afghanistan". The paper claims that the author neither demonizes nor glorifies the Taliban in his constructive and scholarly overview of the movement. The paper discusses the book and considers it a useful starting point for a fruitful investigation of the Taliban, in particular, and radical Islam in general. The theme and tone of Marsden's book are diplomatic, and thus the book also allows students of international relations to grasp the objective and unbiased perspectives necessary to approach complex global issues. The Taliban, in fact, provide a prime example of the difficulties in forging dialogue between divergent cultures.
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"One of the main strengths of Marsden's book is his dedication to framing the Taliban within a broader historical, cultural, and religious framework. In addition to offering the background historical information in the early chapters of the book, describing how the Taliban eventually were able to take power in Kabul, the author also includes an outline of early and convergent Islamic movements in Chapter Six. Marsden compares and contrasts these movements, taking care to respect the specific ethnic and cultural traditions that support them. While Marsden does not treat Islam as a homogenous religious force, he does note the inevitable similarities between Islamic movements, especially as they draw upon religious scripture as the source for political policy. Indeed, one of the main difficulties in forming dialogue with radical Islamic movements is that those movements are informed directly by religion, whereas in European and North American secular societies, religion and politics inhabit separate spheres. Great difficulties arise when the religiously-grounded politics of the Taliban conflict with the secular morals and ethics of other cultures around the world."
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The Taliban, 2007.
A research paper on the Taliban and how they abuse religion to justify their radical politics.
4,089 words (approx. 16.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 185.95
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The paper explains that to gain a firm understanding of the Taliban is to be empowered to understand the "global war on terrorism." The paper investigates how and why violent extremists like the Taliban have cultivated a philosophy of radical Islamic fundamentalism based on certain key tenets of the Moslem religion. The paper explores the extent that the concepts of war and killing are spawned by and driven from religious teachings. The paper addresses what the Taliban wants and what are its ultimate goals. The paper examines who the original leaders of the Taliban were, where they received their training and why they were taught to despise the West. The paper includes a definition of key words.
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Abstract
Key Words
Statement of Purpose
The Subject / Source of Data
Literature Review
Methodology
Test Implications
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"Among the various radical Islamic-themed terrorist groups who have called for a jihad ("holy war") - and to some extent are carrying it out - against the West, in particular against the United States and Americans worldwide, the Taliban is probably best known to the average American right after al Qaeda. In fact it was the Taliban group - which had taken control of Afghanistan in the mid-1990s - that gave al Qaeda's infamous leader, Osama bin Laden, the Afghan camp sites and resources he needed to train young militants to attack "infidels" (Americans, the British, Israel) anywhere they could be found."
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History of the Taliban, 2003.
A history of the Taliban and its rule in Afghanistan.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 66.95
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This paper presents a history of the Taliban and its rule in Afghanistan. The paper explores the impact of years of war, terrorist acts and corruption on the country. The paper explains that the Taliban was the most restrictive, puritanical, harshest form of Islamic fundamentalism and then examines the value system of the Taliban. The paper also examines the role played by the U.S. government in Afghanistan.
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"When the Soviet Union withdrew from Afghanistan, the country was left in a political vacuum. The mujahadin, Islamic warriors that fought the Soviets together, split into factions based on ethnic and regional positions. Widespread poverty, corruption..."
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Afghani Women Under The Taliban, 2002.
Examines the situation of women in Afghanistan under Taliban rule.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 9 sources, AU$ 133.95
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Situation of women in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. Afghani women as victims of "gender apartheid." Taliban regulations based on the Quran. Bans including wearing the burka, speaking loudly, education, leaving home unaccompanied. Violation of women including beatings, stonings, hanging, rape, inadequate health care. Some changes brought about by the Northern Alliance.
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"Afghani Women Under The Taliban
Long before September 11, 2001, the world community was aware that under the rule of the Taliban government in Afghanistan, the situation of women was at best dire and at worst intolerable. Deborah Ellis (10) reported in March 2001 in a series of interviews she conducted with women living under the oppressive and brutal Taliban regime, that what was revealed was a story so horrifying and so terrible that it is difficult to understand why the civilized world allowed the Taliban to remain in power. This report will examine the conditions imposed upon women by the Taliban during their tenure - thankfully ended - and will argue that the distorted version of Islam practiced by this group was focused in many ways upon the containment and abuse of women, who were victims of what Noy Thrupkaew (18) calls "gender ..."
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Afghanistan and The Taliban, 2002.
Study of the history of Agshanstan and the conditions that enabled the rise of the Taliban.
3,900 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 239.95
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The paper looks at the history of Afghanistan and the reasons for why Taliban has emerged as ruling force in the country. It also explores, outside influence, if any, the rise of their power and the route they have taken.
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Afghan Women Under the Taliban, 2002.
A look at the treatment and conditions of women in Afghanistan.
1,265 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 71.95
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An investigation of women?s rights in Afghanistan. The author examines the rules and laws that women must abide by concerning work, travel and education, punishment and specific difficulties that they encounter such as health care. The paper provides a look at some personal stories.
OUTLINE
I. Introduction
A. Who are the Taliban?
B. Life Before the Taliban
II. Rules
A. May not work
B. Ban on education
C. Travel
D. Contact with males
E. Hiding in home
F. Dress
G. Bathing
III. Punishment
? Death for traveling with man not her mahram
? Whipping, beating and verbal abuse of women not clothed in accordance with Taliban rules, or of women unaccompanied by a mahram, for having non-covered ankles.
? Women have been shot at for leaving their homes without a male escort to receive medical care.
IV. Specific difficulties
A. Employment
B. Health care
V. Personal stories
A. SUMAYYAH KARIMI
VI. Conclusion
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?The plight of women in Afghanistan has received much media attention since the start of the United States war on terrorism. This war has focused on Afghanistan because the Taliban government allowed their country to be used as a safe haven by terrorists. While the women of Afghanistan have lived under restrictions unfamiliar to many women living in Western countries, since the Taliban took control of the majority of Afghanistan in 1996, they have been subjected to a series of rules and punishments unprecedented in any other country of the world.?
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Life Under Taliban Rule, 2007.
This paper presents a comparative essay and analysis of Yasmina Khadra's "The Swallows of Kabul" and Khaled Hosseini's "The Kite Runner."
2,008 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 106.95
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The paper compares Yasmina Khadra's "The Swallows of Kabul" with Khaled Hosseini's "The Kite Runner." The writer explores both novels and relates that Hosseini provides more of a metaphoric picture of the situation while Khadra presents a more literal view of life under the Taliban. The paper portrays, however, how both novels paint a picture of the agony and mindset of widespread depression that the Taliban created for those who endured its rule.
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"Throughout history, authors of literature have used their work to make a point, illuminate situations or try to get readers to understand things outside their realm of life. Some of those authors go on to become classics in history because of their ability to portray something so clearly that the reader understands it as if he or she were living it. Such is the case with two recently acclaimed novels, one by Yasmina Khadra called The Swallows of Kabul and Khaled Hossenni called The Kite Runner. The authors use their writing talent to provide a full picture for the rest of the world about what life is like for those who live under an oppressive atmosphere."
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The Taliban American, 2004.
An overview of the life and beliefs of American Islamic convert, John Walker Lindh.
870 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 51.95
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Approximately thirteen centuries ago, the prophet Mohammad converted a few Arab desert tribes to belief in a single god, Allah, founding the religion of Islam. Within a century, this belief had created one of history?s mightiest empires and still has major influences in today?s world. The paper shows that, in recent years, Islam has been under attack as a result of a few radical members who have decided to stand out for beliefs against those of the general public. One of the most prominent radicals, at least to the American public, is John Walker Lindh, also known as the ?Taliban American?. This paper traces the life and jihad of Lindh and how his conversion and views helped and hindered the Western perspective of Islam.
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"This entry opened up the sociological and racial boundaries that seem to consume this stereotypical perception of Islam. However, participating in the Taliban skewed Walker-Lindh?s thinking and he eventually conformed to the severe anti-American sentiments that are prevalent in the area. Further attesting to Walker-Lindh?s conformity was his adoption of Muslim looks, and an Arabic accent when speaking English. When Walker-Lindh was captured, he was barely recognizable as being the Caucasian man that he is. Walker-Lindh had a long beard, scraggly long hair, and was very dirty under his traditional Muslim dress. This proves the numbing effect that the Taliban?s ideals have on their followers. Not only could they manipulate an American to fight against his own country, but brainwash his mind so that his outside appearance was transformed as well."
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LSD, 2002.
An overview of the drug LSD and a look at the resurgence of its use in the United States.
1,415 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 80.95
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This paper examines LSD, known as lysergic acid diethylamide, a hallucinogen, that produces psychotic- symptoms. It looks at how, since the 1990s, the usage of LSD had resurged as a major problem in the national and local arena in the United States, and because of the massive increase in the usage of LSD, there has been an increasing interest and awareness to understand the long-term negative effects on the consumers of the drug.
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"The long-term effects would also include blurred vision, halo effects, shimmering, or reduplications of percepts, distortion of spatial planes, and changes in normal coloration, which would extend even after one year of the consumption of the drug. (Horowitz, 1969) LSD users would experience trailing effect implying a slow motion of several exposure effects. Even though a person who is heavily under the influence of the drug experiences such a condition, some consumers of LSD report that such a situation would prevail with them even up to one year. (Harvey, 1971) Another risk associated with LSD is contaminated LSD. The makeshift labs in which these drugs are produced often do not have quality checks and the drug would often be mixed with other chemicals or drugs, to increase the effect of LSD."
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Terrorism in Afghanistan, 2008.
This paper discusses the resurgence of terrorism in Afghanistan and its repercussions for the United States and the world.
985 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 58.95
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The paper explains why the U.S. began anti-terrorist activities in Afghanistan in 2002 and why United Nations forces are still in Afghanistan today. The paper discusses how terrorism against foreign forces and opposition to the current democratic government are on the rise in Afghanistan today. The paper concludes that until the government can prove that it will provide a better lifestyle for all Afghan people, bin Laden and his Taliban will continue to grow and gain the confidence of the people.
From the Paper
"Terrorism is not new to Afghanistan. The Afghan people have lived through several monarchies and regimes, and in December 1979, they were invaded by the Soviet Union. It took ten years, but insurgents and Afghan rebels defeated the Soviets in 1989. One of the insurgents who fought tirelessly against the Soviets was Osama bin Laden. He formed his al-Qaeda network to recruit and train terrorists to fight against the Soviets. After the Soviet-Afghan War ended, bin Laden returned to his home in Saudi Arabia, but continued his terrorist tactics, which eventually got him banned from his home country and began his intense hatred of the United States. He returned to Afghanistan and continued to recruit and train terrorists."
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Medicinal Uses of Plants, 2006.
This well-researched paper examines the sudden resurgence of interest in medicinal plants, which is due not only to their potential health benefits but also to the enormous amounts of money involved as well.
1,669 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 91.95
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This paper supplies significant research which proves that medicinal plants, commonly referred to as medicinal herbs, have been successfully used by man for more than 60 thousand years. The uses of medicinal plants have ranged through the entire spectrum of the physical and psychological maladies that can afflict the human race. The writer of this paper examines the various vaccines made from medicinal plant preparations which are designed for oral consumption as well as the numerous health benefits attained by properly ingesting these herbs. This paper also analyzes the business aspect of the medicine plant trade. Through relevant research, this paper estimates that world sales of medicines derived from plants, discovered and collected by indigenous tribes and cultures in 1990, amounted to some $43 billion.
Table of Contents:
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Etiology, Applications and Common Medicinal Plants Today
Current and Future Trends
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"According to Zerner, the majority of the knowledge about medicinal plants today has been accumulated based on empirical observations over long periods of time. Likewise, Crellin and Philpott note that observations of the use of different plants by sick animals has always been a valuable source of information for early practitioners, and many continue to believe this is a valuable source of reliable information concerning the efficacy of medicinal plants today. Even the nonmedicinal uses of these various plant materials has helped the body of knowledge through increased familiarity to the point where, "Nowadays, many herbalists believe that they have an almost intuitive sense of whether or not a plant is medical. Ten of the most popular medicinal plants today are bilberry, cranberry, echinacea, feverfew, Ginkgo biloba, goldenseal, kava kava, milk thistle, saw palmetto, and St. John's wort."
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Jewish-Russian Heritage, 2004.
An overview of the history of the Jews in Russia, including the radical actions taken to stop the growth and existence of Jewish culture and its current resurgence.
2,391 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 123.95
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This paper looks at how, during the past two decades, the former Soviet Union has gone through many different changes, with the biggest one being the dismantling of its very existence and government and the slow process of rebuilding it from the ground up. It examines how, in the former Soviet Union, there were many strict rules, and the heavy arm of Communism was felt throughout the state. One of the things that was heavily mandated was the freedom of religion. It explores how the Jewish faith encountered severe opposition in the Soviet Union for many years and how, with the dismantling of the Soviet Union, the question of religious freedom has again raised its head and how the Russian Jewish heritage is again taking a turn in the road. It shows how after a century of being attacked, ignored, oppressed, and punished, it is beginning to come alive and be recognized as a growing and active faith among the Russian residents who are Jewish.
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"By the early 1800?s Nicholas was in control and decided he was going to handle the Jewish problem once and for all. He used suppression and cohesion to do his work and ordered thousands of Jewish youth into the army. The youths ranged from 12-25 years old. This move caused significant problems in the Jewish communities as it demoralized and angered those who were forced to give up their children for an army to defend a nation that treated them like second class citizens. It became a tug of war with the Jewish parents refusing to send their sons and the government sending in what were called ?snatchers? to steal them away and make them join."
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Ku Klux Klan, 1989.
Discusses resurgence, growth, response of opposing groups and law enforcement.
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" Born in the wake of the Civil War, the Ku Klux Klan remains a significant, though lesser, force in American politics today. It constitutes one of the world's earliest terrorist organizations. The organization's specific intent is the advancement of white supremacy. Originally this goal had been sought for the entire United States, but contemporary Klansmen have revised this objective by calling for a separate all-white region in the nation, preferably located in the west. The purpose of this research is to document the history and evolution of the Ku Klux Klan from its origins in the 1860s to its current status in the 1980s.
CIVIL WAR AND RECONSTRUCTION
Slavery had long been institutionalized into the Southern economy and culture by 1860. Slavery had become so engrafted on (...)"
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Democracy in Afghanistan, 2006.
An analysis of why Taliban warlords were allowed to participate in Afghanistan's democratic elections.
2,950 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 147.95
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This paper examines the current Afghan administration's policy regarding the participation of the Taliban in democratic elections. It also assesses the position of the U.S. and the impact of its war on terror on domestic affairs in Afghanistan. The paper attempts to prove that members of the Taliban elite and warlords were allowed to participate -- and even won seats -- in the 2005 elections because the Afghan government has chosen to undertake a policy of reconciliation and appeasement. The paper further shows that this policy is self-motivated, in an attempt by the current leadership to maintain its own control of power at the center.
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"The parliamentary and provincial elections held on September 18, 2005 were among the first, organized since the decade of constitutional monarchy in Afghanistan (1963-1973). As a result, 249 members were elected to represent the Afghans at the Wolosi Jirga (the lower house of the parliament). What is astonishing is that warlords, including four former high-ranking officials of Taliban's oust government, comprise at least half of the house's members. International human rights groups have accused most of these men of narcotics' production and trafficking, as well as committing atrocities against the people. Civilians claim to have fallen victim, or witnessed crimes committed by them since as early as the beginning of the Afghans' resistance against the Soviet invasion (Kolhatkar and Ingals 1). Thus the question is: Why has the current administration allowed warlords and Taliban to participate in the recent parliamentary elections?"
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