Realigning Aid to Ethiopia
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A 4 page paper providing recommendation to the British government regarding additional financial aid to Ethiopia. The recommendation for the British government and for the governments of other Western "rich" countries giving aid to Ethiopia is to maintain historic levels of financial assistance, followed with increased financial assistance entrusted to NGOs to administer and use for the good of the Ethiopian people. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSethioAid.rtf

Refocusing Housing Public Policy: An Environmental Impact Study
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A 17 page paper discussing environmental justice, policy and environmental law as the concepts apply to Altgeld Gardens, a low income housing development on Chicago's South side that was built in the 1940s on top of an industrial waste dump. The greatest portion of the paper is a case study of the development of Altgeld Gardens as an island in an area boasting the highest density in landfills in the country. Of 53 dumps within 4 miles, 46 have been investigated and considered for designation as Superfund sites. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: KSpubPlAltgeld.rtf

Rehabilitation is Superior to Incarceration
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This 3 page paper argues that rehabilitation is superior to incarceration in the United States. The prison system is explored. Both points of view are noted but only rehabilitation is supported with factual data and opinions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA345inc.rtf

Representation in Florida's District 113
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This 3 page paper investigates who represents this district in the House and the Senate. The viewpoints of the politicians are noted as it respects welfare, the elderly and children and family issues. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA406Fla.rtf

Research and Interviewing
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A 5 page paper which addresses the concepts of research and interviewing as a means of researching. The paper utilizes "Participatory Action Research" by Stephen Kemmis and Robin McTaggart as presented in the text "Strategies of Inquiry," "Entrepreneurship in the Public Sector: The Horns of a Dilemma" by Felice D. Perlmutter and Ram A. Cnaan as presented in the January/February 1995 edition of Public Administration Review, the text "Taking language Seriously" by Jay D. White as it illustrates, in chapter 6, "The Action Movement in Administrative Research: Examples of Interpretative and Critical Research," and "The Interview" by Andrea Fontana and James H. Frey as presented in the text "Methods of Collecting and Analyzing Empirical Materials. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAreseaarch5.wps

Research and Public Administration
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A 5 page paper which examines how research fits into the field of public administration. The texts used for this examination are "Taking Language Seriously" by Jay D. White "Handbook of Qualitative Research" by Denzin and Lincoln. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAresearch2.wps

Research Proposal: Electronic Administration of Government Proposals
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A 3 page paper proposing that research be conducted into shifting the procurement proposal process from being entirely mail-centered to an electronic base. The federal government uses its own EDI network and has since 1994, but many vendors and agencies complain that it is no longer relevant. This proposal seeks to gain funding for an investigation into the use of an Internet-centered system for receiving, reviewing and awarding government contracts. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSePropGovt.wps

Rethinking Democratic Accountability;
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This 17 page book report considers this book by Robert D Behn, that looks at the problems of public accountability and defines the way that it falls short of public expectation as well as how it may be interpreted in the twentieth century and how it may be developed for the future. The bibliography cites 1 source.
Filename: TEpubadm.wps

Sacramento County and the City of Sacramento's Emergency Response Plans
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This 5 page paper examines the Sacramento Police Department along with county agencies. Emergency response is the focus of attention. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA721Scr.rtf

Second Hand Smoke (Article Evaluation)
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This 4 page paper examines this controversial issue through the use of one article. The photograph which accompanies the article is discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA718shs.rtf

SEMS Management Function
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A 4 page paper that discusses the Operation Area Handbook - Management as found in the 2006 edition of the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) Guidelines for the state of California. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGsemsm.RTF

Should a Teen Curfew be Implemented in New York City?
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This 3 page paper examines this public policy issue. Recommendations are made. Both sides of the topic are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA502two.rtf

Social exclusion and social policies
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A seven page paper which looks at the phenomenon of social exclusion, with specific reference to the welfare system in the UK and the ways in which government policies have attempted to address the issue, with varying degrees of success. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: JLsocexc.rtf

Social Housing Policy in the United Kingdom
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This 9 page paper examines the social housing policy which has emerged in Britain. The privatisation of council houses has been achieved by the encouragement of partnerships between housing associations and local authorities. The large scale transfer of properties, the way in which grants were awarded and the role modern of the housing association is discussed. The bibliography cites 7 sources.
Filename: TEhouass.wps

Steven Kelman/"Making Public Policy"
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A 6 page analysis of Steven Kelman's book "Making Public Policy." In this book, Kelman argues the rather unfashionable view that—all in all- the role that government plays in the lives of American citizens is "more worthy admiration and faith" than of "dislike and cynicism." Kelman's basic thesis is that for the policy-making process to function well, there has to be high levels of public spirit on the part of the citizens who participate in that process. The writer discusses this, as well as what others say about this text. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: 99kelman.wps

Studies in Public Administration
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This 4 page paper compares two books about public administration: Richard J. Stillman's "Public Administration Concepts and Cases" and Jos C.N. Raadschelders's "Government: A Public Administration Perspective." Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVStlRad.rtf

Supply and Demand Diagrams and the CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) of the European Union
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This 15 page paper provides an overview of the development of the CAP and the structure of the European Union. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHEurCAP.rtf

Surplus-Related Fiscal Policy Issues
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A 5 page paper discussing fiscal policy as it relates to the way today's decisions will affect the future economy. We can be assured that there will be some form of "correction" in the future, and today's fiscal policy needs to be based on the consequences of that future correction as well as current conditions. It has been predicted that adhering to current practice will reduce national debt from $3.5 trillion to $865 billion in only nine years. Though it will enable the economy to grow faster, it will also have unpredictable results on the financial sector. It will also allow some bail-out of Social Security so that active workers will not be working to directly support two families - their own and some unknown person who already has reached retirement age. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KSfisPoli.wps

Systems Theory And Policy Analysis
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A 4 page paper that begins with a definition of systems theory and comments about its origin and emergence in numerous diverse fields. The writer then discusses how systems theory is an appropriate approach for policy development, policy analysis and program evaluation, calling on authors such as Dunn. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGsysan.rtf

Teen Pregnancy and Public Policy
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This 8 page paper examines the problem of teen pregnancy in light of social programs. Public policy issues related to welfare, sex education and birth control are included. Solutions are suggested which considers both left and right wing ideologies. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: SA008prg .wps

The “Public Good” as a Benefit to Tourism
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A 5 page paper discussing public infrastructure’s influence on promoting tourism. In "The Wealth of Nations," Adam Smith discussed the responsibility of government to erect and maintain those structures and systems that would be too costly for individuals or groups of individuals. Smith’s point was that the structure itself may not be too costly in terms of initial outlay, but that it would be difficult or impossible for those responsible for the structure’s construction to recoup their investment. The paper uses the example of Sydney’s Opera House as a “draw” for Australian tourism and the benefits that other areas and private business receives as a result. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KSeconSmithPub.rtf

The Adequacy of Catastrophic Response Formation and Education in Europe Versus Intervention in Multivictim Situations
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This 55 page paper provides an overview of a study on interventions in multivictim situations. Since the events surrounding the destruction of the World Trade Center in New York City, the countries of the West have struggled to determine whether their emergency response methods and educational systems in place are adequate for large scale or catastrophic events. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: MHEur911.rtf

The Application of HIPAA in Acute Care Facilities
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This 12 page paper examines the HIPAA law and how it is applied in general. The focus is on acute care facilities and how they are managing. Implications for the future as new rules mandate compliance for 2005 and 2006 are explored. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: SA443HIP.rtf

The Approaches to Anti-Discrimination Policies in the US and the UK; A Comparison
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This 18 page paper consider the similarities and differences in the approaches taken in both of these countries to discrimination. The paper considers the legislative culture, the influence of the past and the way in which measures such as the Bill of Rights and The Human Rights Acts can be seen as material of the approaches adopted as well as public policy such as the use of affirmative measures and positive discrimination. The bibliography cites 22 sources
Filename: TEdiscr2.wps

The Case for Supporting Illegal Immigrants
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This 4 page paper makes a strong case for supporting illegal immigration. Lifeboat and Kantian ethics are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA626imm.rtf

The Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act
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This 8 page paper takes a look at this Act that passed in 2004. The law is evaluated and discussed in depth. All sources are from academic journals. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: SA912obe.rtf

The Dangers of "Ordinary Construction"
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This 4 page paper explains the type of building known as "ordinary construction," and why it is dangerous to firefighters. It also explains various types of load, protective equipment and alarms. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVOrdCon.rtf

The Debate about Predatory Lending Laws
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This 10 page paper examines predatory lending laws and the debate about impending legislation. Should state law rule or should a federal law supersede them? Each side of the issue is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA626law.rtf

THE DECLINE OF SOCIAL SECURITY
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This 12-page paper provides an over view of Social Security, its history, what went wrong, and how it can be fixed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MTsocsecde.rtf

The Energy Problem in Suffolk County
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This 5 page paper focuses on the energy problem in Suffolk County. The problem of bringing oil to the island, along with other energy problems, are discussed. Transportation solutions are proposed as one resolution, something which would also have a positive effect on Long Island as a whole. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA148Suf.rtf

The Ethical Dilemma of Health Care Rationing
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This 3 page paper takes a look at rationing as it occurs in the United States and abroad. The ethics of rationing, the problems of HMOs and other contemporary dilemmas are explored. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA346hlt.rtf

The Evolution of Laws Protecting Archaeological Resources and Native American Graves
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A 6 page overview of the laws that have been implemented to protect Native American antiquities and human remains. The author traces the legislative effort from the 1906 Antiquities Act through the Archaeological Resources Protection Act, the the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1990, and the California Native American Graves and Repatriation Act of 2001. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPnaGraves.rtf

The Federal Drug Administration
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This 2 page paper evaluates the role of the FDA and its new fast track system. The paper supports the role of the FDA in general. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA345FDA.rtf

The Financial and Budgeting Effects of Terrorism in Respect to Law Enforcement
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This 20 page paper looks at the horrific events of September 11, 2001 and its aftermath as it concerns financial topics. The primary focus is on budgeting, particularly as it concerns law enforcement in New York City. Newly developed task forces and monetary implications are also considered. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: SA143NYC.rtf

The Five Major Subsystems in Public Bureaucracies
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This 4 page paper identifies and then describes the five main subsystems of public bureaucracy; political appointees, professional careerists, general civil service, unionised workers and contractual employees. The bibliography cites 1 source.
Filename: TEbsubsystem.rtf

THE FUTURE OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING: A PROTOTYPE AND SOLUTION
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This 8-page paper focuses on affordable and low-income housing, prototypes for future development, and the need for such housing. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MTaffohous.rtf

The Government Should Protect Its Systems
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This 10 page paper looks at cyber security and why the U.S. government's systems are vulnerable. Suggestions are provided. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: SA312gov.rtf

The History and Role of the United Nations
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This 4 page paper examines the role of the UN today as well as to relay some of its history. A discussion on its relevance is included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA610UN.rtf

The Hospitals Must Not Close
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This 3 page paper examines the recent decision made by the Hospital Closure Commission proposed by Governor Pataki. This is an example of an Op/Ed piece. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA643hos.rtf

The Influence of International Organizations on National Policies -- Street Children and Drugs
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This 5 page report discusses street children in several Latin American nations and the lives they live in which drug use is often the only escape or pleasure they know. In some places in the world, drugs are all that matters to children who live on the street. And why should they expect something more than drugs when their entire short life has been one in which they have had to beg, steal or sell themselves simply to stay alive. Certain international efforts have influenced national programs but the problem is still one of immense proportions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWinnatl.rtf

The Lack of Innovation in British Housing Law
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This 24 page paper considers the way that housing law in the UK. The last true innovation can be seen as the rent controls in the war, with subsequent government relinquishing their control and wishing to reduce their obligations as far as housing is considered. The paper considers the way that the polices have developed, how the law has changed and the results that have been seen in both the public and the private sectors. The bibliography cites 22 sources.
Filename: TEhousig.wps

The Life and Career of Congressman Eliot Engel
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This 8 page paper provides an overview of the long term public servant who represents New York's 17th district. Some personal information is included but the focus of the paper is on bills he has sponsored as well as his life in office. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA225EE.rtf

The Market System & Privatization
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This 10 page paper discusses two books: "The Market System. What It Is, How It Works, and What To Make of It" by Lindblom and "Privatization and Public-Private Partnerships" by Savas. The writer reports and discusses the major ideas and beliefs of each author. The writer also comments that these two approaches could complement each other under the right circumstances. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGmkpvt.RTF

The Nebraska Safe Haven Act
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This 3 page paper provides an overview of the bill and argues that it should not be passed. Several points are made regarding the effects that this bill, if passed, would have. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA703LB6.rtf

The New Deal Debate
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This 4 page paper takes a look at 1930s America and how Roosevelt's New Deal changed life forever. The debate over rugged individualism and humanitarianism is explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA318new.rtf