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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The New San Diego Ballpark
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This 5 page report discusses San Diego, California’s decision to build a new, downtown ballpark for the San Diego Padres baseball team. From the public administration frame of reference, the addition of any sporting complex must be considered with both a great deal of careful review, cost benefit analyses, public support, and the financial ramifications associated with such a massive undertaking. Governments have become increasingly responsible for financing arenas and stadiums. It has now become commonplace to use broad-based or special tax to build or operate these facilities with teams retaining most or all of the revenues. How this situation has unfolded in San Diego is outlined here. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Nigerian Conflicts
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This 5 page paper looks at conflicts in Nigeria with a hypothetical situation regarding potential U.S. involvement that has been presented by a student. Several aspects of the nation are discussed as well as public relations as it concerns the U.S. and Nigeria. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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The Politics of Bureaucracy
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5 pages. B. Guy Peters, in his book The Politics of Bureaucracy, makes some interesting and thoughtful points regarding public administration and how it works for the political arena as well as the public. This paper gives a review and critique of Peters' book. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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