An Argument for An Adopted Child’s Right to Know Their Biological Origin
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A 6 page argument that it is a basic human right to know one’s biological origin. This contention is supported from both a cultural and a genetic perspective. The premise of the importance of understanding one’s racial or ethnic identity is complemented with the importance of genetics in so many aspects of our lives. The question of how we can find our cultural place in life and best protect ourselves from genetically connected behaviors, diseases, and birth defects if we are not aware of our biological origin is addressed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPadopt.rtf

An Argument For Euthanasia
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A 5 page paper. The topic of euthanasia brings on heated debates. This essay explains the differences between active and passive euthanasia and presents an argument in favor of euthanasia. The writer presents the major argument opposing euthanasia as well as arguments for euthanasia. Data regarding the percentage of people in different countries who support euthanasia are also reported. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGeut4.wps

An Argument for Sentencing Violent Juvenile Offenders as Adults
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A 7 page contention that trying and sentences juveniles who commit violent crimes as adults is imperative if we are to effectively curtail the growing crime rate in this country. Unfortunately, juveniles account for a tremendous percentage, if not the majority, of violent crimes committed in this country. The author contents that arguments that harsher sentencing is ineffective lack basis in hard long-term evidence. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPjuvSnt.rtf

An Argument for Socialized Health Care in America
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A 14 page paper that discusses who in America is without insurance--elderly, very young, minorities, self-employed, successes in other countries (stats), Clinton's original health reform plan, and current costs to U.S. workers and employers (stats) and the fact that companies are trying to reduce administrative costs by reducing their share in employee health costs through a number of methods. The writer argues that Americans should rethink their initial fear of a nationalized health care plan and work to instigate legislation that would support such a plan. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Sochelth.wps

An Argument For The Legalization Of Drugs
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A 5 page opinion paper discussing and supporting the legalization of drugs in the United States. The report's author supports legalization and notes issues such as crime reduction and the effect of legalization in some nations in Europe. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Legal5.wps

An Argument for the Legalization of Gambling
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A well-written 5 page essay arguing for the legalization of casino gambling in the state of Michigan (argument can be applied almost anywhere). A number of sound socio-economic reasons are presented and supported by statistical data. Counter-arguments concerning the morality of gambling are addressed effectively. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Gambmich.wps

An Argument for the Legalization of Marijuana # 2
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A shorter, 5 page version of Marijle2.wps, in which the writer is primarily concerned with the facts that : (1) there exists no solid argument against the legalization of marijuana and (2) outlawing the drug has created the same negative impacts that alcohol prohibition did during the 1920's. It is agreed that marijuana does indeed pose some seriously harmful side effects, but that these are not necessarily any worse than those produced by cigarette smoking-- a very legal activity (assumably because of the industry's economic contribution, etc;) Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Marijleg.wps

An Argument for the Legalization of Marijuana for Medicinal Utilization
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A 5 page paper analyzing the potential benefits of the legalization of marijuana for medical utilization. This paper points out the varied uses to which marijuana has been put. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPmarijM.rtf

An Argument in Support of Legalization of Drugs
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This 9 page report discusses the benefits of decriminalizing drugs in the United States. The writer presents both sides of the issue but comes to the conclusion that the benefits of making currently illegal substances legally available will result in numerous societal, health, and economic benefits. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: Ldrugs.wps

An Argument Supporting the Distribution of Clean Needles as an Intervention in the AIDS Epidemic
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A 3 page contention that the distribution of clean needles should be a priority not only for non-profit organizations but also for society as a whole. The author emphasizes that not only are the less-desirable elements of society impacted by AIDS but so too are many innocent individuals. The distribution of clean needles is a simple yet effective way of interrupting the transmission of the disease. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPneedle.rtf

An Argument Supporting U.S. Involvement in Iraq
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A 5 page contention that we are justified in our role in Iraq. That justification, however, does not excuse from expanding our involvement outside the military realm and placing more emphasis on diplomacy, economic policy, foreign aid, public diplomacy, and other aspects of international affairs that are necessary to resolve the Iraqi situation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPiraqUS.rtf

An Argument To Raise N.J.'s Speed Limit to 65 M.P.H.
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New Jersey is one of few states in the U.S. that still enforces a maximum speed limit of 55 miles per hour. This 2 page essay first looks at some of the reasons why NJ lawmakers are reluctant to change and then provides an argument for them to reconsider based upon statistical data & information from other states where raised speed limits have actually reduced driver-related problems & fatalities ! Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Speedlim.wps