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1.	Status & Power In America A 9 page paper discussing status and power in America from a sociological perspective and their effects on government and communications which ultimately protect the status quo of class separation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

2.	Minorities in Politics A 12 page paper on the political attitudes and opinions of minorities in America. Includes a brief overview of the major minority groups and what issues determine whether they will support a particular candidate. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

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Race as a Social Construct Rather Than Biological Fact A 6 page paper examining the biological basis of racial categorization. There is little evidence of race as a physical and biological fact, but much evidence indeed for race as a purely social concept. One very biological fact is that we humans need to finds points of reference in everything in order to process information most efficiently. Our very mechanism of thinking and learning categorizes information, and there is no shame in categorizing people according to color--it is a physical characteristic readily discernible and requires no value judgment, though such is often superfluously attached. The shame is in elevating that need to categorize items to condone one group claiming superiority over another based on physical characteristics alone. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

4.	Bridging the Gap Between Rich & Poor In America This 5 page paper argues that there is a wide chasm between rich and poor in America, which can only be bridges with radical social change. Several areas are addressed including the education, legal and tax systems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Human, Cultural and Social Capital & Success in American Society A 30 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of human capital, cultural capital and social capital, compares the essential premise presented by experts including Becker, Bourdieu and Farkas, and considers their implications for success in American society. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

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The Economics of Urban Poverty The premise that poverty is largely a racial issue is discussed in this 8 page paper. The thesis presented has support from many economists who link race and the proliferation of the welfare state. Solutions to poverty are provided and include decreasing social services while improving educational facilities in poor, urban areas and implementing large scale affirmative action programs. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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Sociology and Race, Homelessness, and Urban Life A 25 page paper that presents the works of three authors, Studs Terkel, Elijah Anderson and Elliot Liebow and considers their works with regard to race, poverty, gender and ethics. These works all represent different perspectives on race and urban issues, and provide compelling support against the common stereotypes of the day. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Providing Assistance to the Hungry A 4 page paper which analyzes an article written by Peter Singer titled 'Famine, Affluence, and Morality.' Singer feels that it is the moral obligation of all peoples to assist others all around the world when they are experiencing times of famine and hunger. This paper discusses many of the aspects of Singer's article and also includes an analyzation involving an article by Jan Naverson titled 'Feeding the Hungry.' The analyzation illustrates how Naverson's philosophical arguments would address the arguments of Singer. Naverson argues that aiding those in famine situations, though charitable and admirable, is not necessary and involves much more chance for error, in relationship to the abusive potential it offers to the government, as well as other areas of concern such as altering a culture's structure. No additional sources cited.

9.	The History Of U.S. Children In Poverty A 15 page paper that provides a historical analysis of the topic of children in poverty, and considers the advantages and disadvantages within the scope of society & social theory. Bibliography lists 12+ sources.

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Race Relations 10 pages in length. Humanity has been enduring an ongoing battle for centuries: the strained relations among the races. Despite efforts to put the past behind, signs remain at nearly every juncture that there still exists a strong sense of racial dissension. While many Caucasians do not see the problem being as severe as it is represented, African-Americans angrily reply that the lighter skinned race has not had to endure such prejudice and, therefore, cannot begin to identify with the situation. Similarly, Asians, Hispanics and other United States minorities believe they often receive unfair treatment because of their race. The writer discusses the various aspects of race relations and how they have changed over time. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

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How American Society Can Change This 9 page paper presents the ideation that American society is flawed, loosely based on Marxist notions.The lives of infamous figures including Princess Diana and Frederick Douglass are examined. The paper supports the notion that the examples of great leaders can change America. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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Cultural Aspects In The Use Of Foul Language Among Black Male Teens This is a 6 page paper that outlines a study on the effect and significance of foul language among black males between the ages of 14 and 18. The hypothesis of this study states that 'foul' language by secondary school level black males is culturally derived and is an accepted defense mechanism to 1) overwhelming incidence of violence and 2) cultural differences in definitions of family and gender roles. Bibliography lists 28 sources.

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The Hispanic Community in West Texas & Texas Law Enforcement Increases in the Hispanic populations nationwide have impacted communities and defined a new process of interaction with law enforcement officials. This 15 page paper considers the changes and impacts of police in states like Texas, as they have struggled to define these communities and distinguish between illegal immigrants and the rights of Hispanic-Americans, with a close look at the issue as it pertains to one example: the city of El Paso. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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The Role of the Hispanic Community in the Modern West Illegal immigration, migrant farm jobs and two periods of immigration allowances since the turn of the century have determined large Hispanic communities in the modern West. States like Texas have struggled to define these communities and distinguish between illegal immigrants and the crack down on illegal immigration and the rights of Hispanic-Americans living in these communities. This 12 page paper considers the scope of this problem, reflects the role of law enforcement officials, and also considers the problem of vigilante border patrols, who pose a threat both to Hispanic American citizens and illegal immigrants. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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Minorities In The U.S.A. / Assimilation & Social Mobility These two terms are defined and explored in this 5 page paper that looks at minorities in the United States. Immigration today and many years ago is the focus of this overview which also addresses such issues as multiculturalism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Multiculturalism as an Important American Ideology A 7 page essay on the importance of multiculturalism in which the writer makes the argument that this concept should really be "nothing new" as it was established in theme, by the Founding Fathers of the U.S. The writer points out that there does not exist any single, common American culture to begin with and continues to refute all arguments opposed to multiculturalism. The importance of diversity is stressed. Statistics and case examples from the research are included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Multiculturalism / A Critical Examination 3 pages in length. A critical essay on the concept of multiculturalism and the historic growth of the "monoculture" that has led to so much profound controversy. After assessing a number of relevant social and political issues, the writer concludes that there are both advantages and disadvantages to multiculturalism. No Bibliography.

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Cultural Diversity A 4 page paper the considers personal attitudes and responses to cultural diversity. The writer suggests that because of the perception that different is negative and same is positive, cultural diversity has many negative misconceptions that can impact people in a number of job areas, including criminal justice. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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The Concept of Family: Examples of Two Atypical Family Structures Among the Mundurucu Indians of South America and the Shakers An 8 page overview of the concept of family and societal gender roles. Presents examples from traditional Mundurucu and Shaker cultures which demonstrate that family structure and gender roles vary both across time and across culture. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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Variances in Leisure Practices Between Blacks & Whites In 5 pages the author discusses the variances in leisure practices between the black and white culture. "This is a cultural variance in the leisure practices between blacks and whites, particularly those blacks and whites who are in different socioeconomic classes. Although not a significant amount of research has been done concerning the variances in leisure practices between blacks and whites, diverse conclusions have been made." Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Culture & Service Providers A 7 page paper that recognizes that the nature of public service often requires that people work within multi-cultural environments and inteactions between people of diverses cultures is frequent. The writer also provides two distinct examples of intercultural interactions and suggests ways to address the issues that arise. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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The Concept Of Race As a Social Construct In this 4 page research paper, the writer argues that race has no biological basis and is merely a socially-constructed concept-- created from perceptions conditioned by events of recorded history. Race and class issues (primarily the example of inner-city African-Americans) are examined with many examples to support this theory. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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Orphanage Conditions According to Race, 1900-1950 A 6 page paper discussing differences in white orphanages and black orphanages in the first part of the century. Conditions in orphanages of any racial makeup were deplorable by today's standards, but were far more acceptable in the days in which work ethic and religious values were stressed above anything else. Those lesson were rigidly and harshly taught to white children, but black children in the days of Jim Crow were all too familiar with the realities of life. Black orphanages existed only through the altruism and true caring of successful African Americans, and exhibited far greater degrees of true caring than did policies of white orphanages. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

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The Historical Experiences of Native Americans, Black Americans, & Chinese Americans / Comparison In 5 pages the author compares the historical experiences of Native Americans, Black Americans, and Chinese Americans. A historical narrative of Native Americans, Black Americans, and Chinese Americans is necessary to determine the specific historical factors, social structure factors, and ideological factors that seem to have contributed to the differences in their experiences. The history of Native Americans, Black Americans, and Chinese Americans is unique to each of those groups of peoples, yet they have all been discriminated against. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

25.	Asian In America An 8 page essay on the problems that Asian Americans face trying to live in the United States. The writer examines the real crisis Asians face on many fronts. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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Chinese American Families Analyzed This 8 page research paper examines Chinese American families today. Specifically discussed are a short history of their arrival in America, current prejudices they face today, how they have overcome cultural changes and adapt to life in U.S., and common American misconceptions about the Chinese. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

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Marriage And Divorce By Race Marriage, as an institution, has seen a great many changes throughout history. It has grown in popularity at times and waned in others. The reasons for these changes are not always clear - nor are the differences in marriage and divorce rates when considered by racial classifications. One would assume that social conditions, such as during a time of war, or economic considerations would loom large in determining the rise and fall of marriage and, or, divorce rates. This 5 page paper argues that Marriage, overall, has declined in the past few decades, many believe as a result of the popular option of cohabitation and single parent households. Divorce rates have risen over this same time frame among Americans of all races and ethnic groups. African American couples have been affected by these trends to a larger degree than other ethnic groups. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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The Black Family / Structure, Gender Roles & Individual Community Identity This 5 page paper considers the perspective on the Black family as presented by Sherley Ann Williams in her novel Dessa Rose, Herbert Gutman in his work The Black Family in Slavery and Freedom, and Daniel Patrick Moynihan's article 'The Negro Family: The Case for National Action.' Points considered in this paper: the family structure, male and female identity, specific family roles, individual and community identity, patriarchy and matriarchy, and the different perspectives presented by each of the three authors. No additional sources cited.

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Minority Rules vs. Majority Rules In 5 pages the author discusses minority rules vs. majority rules. There is inevitable conflict between majority rule and minority rule. Conflict is an ever-present part of human life, and one of ruling parties, in general. The side of the majority rule wants one thing and the side of the minority rule wants another. One person wants one thing and another person wants another thing. Both parties can not rule at once, so a struggle of some sort must ensue. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

30.	The Journey Into Adulthood This 5 page essay explores the 3 stages of adulthood using Helen L. Bee's The Journey of Adulthood as its only source. The book is used, along with personal observations, to provide an overview of the various stages as well as its relevance to a class on family life.

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