New Orleans Police Department Corruption
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A 5 page paper that begins with a Table of Contents. The paper discusses the corruption and brutality evident in the New Orleans Police Department. The essay is comprised of numerous examples of the malfeasance and other crimes, including murder, committed by police officers in this department. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGnolpd.rtf

Nuclear Energy - A Viable Alternative
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A 10 page paper that begins with an introduction in which the writer comments on the need and desire for inexpensive energy and also explains the Kyoto Protocol. The essay then provides a brief explanation of the general operation of a nuclear power plant, the number of plants in the world, the two major accidents at nuclear reactor sites. Safety measures that are in place are explained followed by a short discussion on nuclear waste and cooling and disposal process. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGnucpw.rtf

Organizing & Administering Programs For Families & Individuals
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A 10 page paper that deals with the technicalities in starting a nonprofit organization emphasizing the need for an overall strategic plan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: NonpOrgs.rtf

Perceptions of Risk and Organizational Security Operations
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This 13 page report discusses the fact that the ways in which an organization and its leaders perceive the various risks it faces cannot help but have an impact on how that organization focuses on security issues. There are important elements of fundamental strategic planning processes that should be a part of the effort in order to assure that the best possible, long-term, and effective security program is created. This is as true for governments as it is for Fortune 500 corporations, small businesses, institutions for higher education, or not-for-profit organizations. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: BWpersec.rtf

Performance and Accountability in Public Services
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This 17 page paper looks at issues of performance measurement and accountability, specifically in the public sector in the UK. The paper is divided into four parts. The first considers the need for a stakeholder approach to decision making with the interests of the wider environment and non primary goals to be included. The second part of the paper examines the use of league tables in ranking public service performance. The third part of the paper considers how the NHS is accountable and compares it to local authorities, and the last part of the paper then considers how statistics can be used from a league table and showing what can be ascertained form the tables, and also demonstrates the limitations of performance tables. The bibliography cites 11 sources.
Filename: TEaccuntbty.rtf

Performance-Based Monitoring
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Performance monitoring refers to a system or process for measuring the results achieved by public programs. In this 1 page paper, the writer thoroughly explains the concept, performance indicators, and the role of feedback. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Perfbase.wps

Planning for Sufficient Public Housing
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A 7 page paper discussing considerations for the city council of a fictitious city of 250,000 as the council embarks on a five-year study of zoning to control urban sprawl in the economically healthy and rapidly-growing city. The paper uses the example of the decay of downtown Detroit and sprawl into outlying suburban areas as an example of what to avoid. The paper discusses how changes in zoning laws and allowing private developers downtown areas could have benefited the city, using Portland, Oregon as a positive example. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSurbanHous.wps

Policy Analysis / Paying Teens Money to Avoid Pregnancy
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In this 6 page case analysis, the writer evaluates a plan proposed by Denver, Colorado's Planned Parenthood Chapter to pay certain teenage girls a dollar a day for avoiding pregnancy. The social ramifications of this controversial idea are assessed and the writer takes the position of the National Board for this esteemed association in deciding whether to support or ex-communicated the Denver Chapter for actually implementing the idea-- one that is in direct violation of Planned Parenthood's stated goals and ideology. All sides are considered and recommendations are made. Based on case handout.. no longer available. No Bibliography.
Filename: Policywr.wps

Port Privatization
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A 30 page paper the effects of privatization on the operations and productivity of many of the world's ports. One aspect of increased globalization has been to illustrate in clear terms the benefits of competition and free-market conditions, and the same principles apply to port operation. It behooves national governments to establish conditions conducive to economic development, but those conditions are not limited to favorable tax structures and providing an educated workforce. Privatization of ports is a factor not often recognized as being necessary for economic growth, but this paper demonstrates that today's most prosperous developing nations are those whose international ports have been privatized and now operate under the flag of competition, efficiency and free trade. Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: KSportPriv.wps

Portland, Oregon
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An 11 page paper that offers a general overview of the city of Portland. Subheadings include: history, politics, government, and geography; the economy and tax issues and current issues facing the metropolitan area of Portland. Information includes population, location, industry, revenue generating strategies, controlling urban sprawl and type of government, among other aspects of this region. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PGprtlnd.wps

Poverty & The Bush Administration
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A 3 page essay/research paper that addresses an editorial by Nicholas Kristof in The New York Times (September 7, 2005), which links the inefficiency of the federal government in handling the crisis in New Orleans caused by Hurricane Katrina to the deeper, more systemic problem of poverty in the US. The writer discusses his point of view and offers a rebuttal. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khkrstof.rtf

Power Pools In The U.S.
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A 5 page paper. Power pools are groups of generators who pool their capacity. The theory is that this results in lower prices for the consumer. This paper provides an overview of power pools and lists several with their annual capacity. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PGpowpl.wps

Prison Overcrowding
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This 4 page paper discusses the problem of prison overcrowding, based on one article.
Filename: HVPrisns.rtf

Problem Structuring For Policy Making And Analysis
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A 3 page paper. This paper explains and discusses some of Dunn's theories and suggestions regarding policy making and policy analysis. The focus is on problem structuring and why this is important as well as the points during policy making and analysis, problem structuring is important. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGdunn.rtf

Problems with Foreign Trade and the EU
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This 15 page paper provides an overview of the development of foreign trade and the European Union (EU). The initiation of the Euro, a single currency, has shifted perspectives in the financial markets and redefined trade elements through the distinct directives under the European Union. Though the participating countries have had to meet economic standards to determine their capacity for participation, the initiation of the Euro has been less than smooth, and questions have been raised about the implications of the single currency and the corresponding unified economic and political elements. Linked to this, then, is the question of how the single currency will impact countries who do not adopt the Euro. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHEuroBu.rtf

Promoting Economic Growth With Policy
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A 9 page paper discussing how governments of developing nations can promote economic growth through government policy. Government policy can encourage or inhibit economic growth, both in the short term and for long-term sustainability. Those nations that have chosen policy based on a desire to encourage economic development have prospered. Singapore's methodical and systematic approach to planning and implementation can be duplicated by other developing nations. Governments need to promote free trade, moderate Keynesian economics, strict environmental standards and dedication to education of their people. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSgovtPolList.wps

Proposition 13: An Overview
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This 15 page paper is replete with information about the history and political background of Proposition 13. Did Proposition 13 work? Opinions vary. How school fared is one focus of this comprehensive paper. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA34713.rtf