The Origins and Growing Complexities of America’s Welfare State
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A 6 page paper which examines the origins of the welfare system in the United States beginning with President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal (Social Security), continued by Lyndon Johnson’s Great Society (Medicare and Medicaid), and the reforms enacted by President Ronald Reagan, considering both successes and failures along the way. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGwelfare.rtf

The Political Force of the American Nurses Association
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This 5 page paper focuses in on the political action committee (PAC) affiliated of the ANA. The ANA's support of health care for the elderly is at the crux of this paper as well as the history of such issues affecting the aging population. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA038ANA.rtf

The Politics of Social Security
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This 16 page paper examines Social Security and what should be done about it. Various issues are explored and the political discussion is the focus of attention. Examples of how other nations cope with this problem are also included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA706SS.rtf

The Positive and Negative Effects of Raising the Minimum Wage
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A 5 page discussion of the impact of raising the minimum wage. This paper suggests that doing so will not solve the problems of the poor, that more complex factors are at play in that equation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPbusMinWage.rtf

The Pros and Cons of Tax Increases
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This is a 3 page paper discussing the pros and cons of tax increases. Increases in income, payroll and property taxes usually meet with opposition when proposed by government officials. However, in many instances an increase in taxes can in the short and long term benefit those who pay them and those who rely on government funding to live. While in many cases, an increase in tax may be used to pay of local, state or federal deficits, in the case of taxes for benefit systems such as Social Security an increase in payroll tax may be the only option available in order to maintain the program, currently expected to begin an annual deficit in 2018. Other tax increases can be seen to benefit residents in a particular community immediately as in the case of Seattle area residents who have been asked to approve a tax increase to maintain the current park system. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TJtaxin1.rtf

The Social Security Controversy
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A 6 page paper discussing the U.S. Social Security administration and presented as a 'policy report' being presented for use by a 'congressional policy maker.' Background, political ideology, developments and challenges, as well as recommendations for the future of Social Security are discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SSIC.doc

The State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of SCHIP. Specific requirements along with some history of the program is included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA313SCH.rtf

The U.S. Role as the Pre-Eminent World Power: Can She Escape the Fate of Other Great Historical Powers?
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An 11 page overview of the factors that are important in maintaining our status as a world power. The author suggests that we must correct the growing separation between rich and poor, reestablish respect for our government, and strive to become one united America verses a country that is separated by concepts such as globalism and multiculturalism. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPusFut2.rtf

The Underclass in America
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This 8 page paper explores the underclass, particularly in American society. The term is defined and concepts pertinent to capitalism are explored. John Kenneth Galbraith's The Culture of Contentment is a basis for much of the discussion. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Underam.wps

The WIC Program: Meeting the Nutritional Needs of Women, Infants, and Children
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A 5 page outline of the history of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The author includes the program's mission statement and long term goals and discusses its many areas of activity. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPwicPrg.rtf

Three Anti-Poverty Program Concepts
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This 3 page paper examines the concepts of anti-poverty programs, as well as three programs that have been used to combat it. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: HVPovRef.rtf

Transition to Patriarchy
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A 3 page research paper/essay that discusses the transition from matriarchy to patriarchy which began in human history's ancient past and then discusses the relevancy of patriarchy to today's issues. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khmptran.rtf

Understanding Social Security
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8 pages in length. Explains the Social Security program, why it is likened to a pyramid scheme and the future of Social Security. A person who retired in 1940 earned a return on his contributions of approximately one hundred thirty five percent. Those type rates did not last too long, but the returns were still very good. The rate of return was twenty-four percent for those who retired in 1950, fifteen percent in 1960, and ten percent in 1970. This paper also tells 'the rest of the story'. Includes 2 charts. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: JGAsosec.rtf

Understanding The Process Of Social Welfare Programs
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Social problems and solutions are discussed in this 10 page paper. Problems such as crime, teen pregnancy and Aids are noted. The ongoing controversy surrounding implementation of social welfare programs is also included. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Welfpape.wps

Unemployment in the United States
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8 pages. Examines the history of unemployment as well as immigration and the effects of globalization on unemployment in the United States. Considers problems inherent with the current official measures of unemployment. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAuempl.wps

United States - India Trade
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This 10 page paper discusses trade between the United States and India. The essay begins with some background comments about India's place in world trade and when the country increased trade efforts. The writer reports different efforts made by officials of the two countries to increase trade by reducing certain barriers. In fact, trade has increased over the last few years. The essay reports the most common exports and imports between India and the United States and comments on business service outsourcing, e.g., tech support for products. 2 Tables are included. Statistical data are included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PGindust.rtf

Universal Health Care Funding
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A 9 page paper that begins by discussing some of the states that have universal health care policies and what has happened to them. The paper focuses on the state of Massachusetts, reporting data from their budget and financial report. The writer explains governmental, proprietary and fiduciary funds with examples. The writer also discusses what policy and revenue conditions would affect revenue. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGunhms.rtf