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Papers On U.S. History (18th Century)
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Thomas Jefferson, Slavery, And The Hypocrisy Of Our Founding Fathers
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In this well-written 5 page essay, it is argued that Thomas Jefferson and various other 'Founding Fathers' of the United States were hypocritical in drafting that 'all men are created equal'- when many of them were known --among others things-- to be slave owners. The writer acknowledges that the Framers were aware of this hypocrisy and discusses the socioeconomic and political dilemma that they faced in making pertinent decisions. A number of rarely-known facts such as the Constitutional provision which outlawed the barring of slavery until at least 1808 are used to illustrate this essay's main points. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Jeffslav.wps
Samuel Adams / Radical Puritan
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A 5 page paper discussing the book 'Samuel Adams - Radical Puritan' by Lillian Fowler, William Fowler, William Fowler, Jr., and Oscar Handlin. The book covers the life and times, as well as the adventures of Samuel Adams, the American revolutionary and political leader. No additional sources cited.
Filename: samuel.doc
Kennedy/Preparing for the 21st Century
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A 2 page book review that analyzes Preparing for the Twenty-first Century by Paul Kennedy. Beginning with the concern that Malthus expressed two hundred years ago in regards to the England's eighteenth-century population explosion, Kennedy then proceeds to relate this to the current rate of growth of the world's population. He argues quite convincingly that the ecological problems of the later part of the twentieth century will become critical as the world enters the new millennium. The central theme of Kennedy's book is that education will play an intrinsic role in whether or not the world can support the estimated 10 billion human beings that will soon be living here.
Filename: 90prep2K.rtf
The Enlightenment In America
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Origins of the Enlightenment in America are explored in this 5 page paper. The ideas, events and conditions that led up to the era are discussed, in both Europe and America, with an emphasis on the latter. The American Revolution is reported as being integral to the Enlightenment and the influence of prominent figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin are also noted. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Enlight.wps
Franklin & Whitefield
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A 5 page research paper that examines the relationship between Benjamin Franklin and George Whitefield, an influential itinerant Anglican preacher who swayed thousands of colonists with his evangelical preaching in the 1740s. The writer demonstrates that Franklin changed his initial position of support for Whitefield and used his skilled pen whenever possible to deflate the power of the American church that he felt had the possibility of infringing on personal freedoms. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Franwhit.wps
Federalists/Anti-Federalists / Compare & Contrast Ratification Of The United States Constitution
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5 pages in length. When comparing and contrasting Anti-Federalist views on the ratification of the United States Constitution with those of the Federalists, one must also consider the inherent relationship that represents their respective views upon principles, problems and solutions, ultimately surmising which side best reflects or departs from the original principles set forth for the Declaration. It can be argued that the two sides are quite contrary in their individual perceptions, with each faction believing its own views are of primary integrity. The writer discusses the opposing views of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists as it relates to ratifying the Constitution. No additional sources cited. Fed-Anti.wps
Filename: Fed-Anti.wps
Founding Fathers' Rationale For Advocating Federalism in American Government
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A 5 page paper which examines the impact of federalism on the structure of American government, the events and factors which contributed to the predominance of the federal government concept, and the relevance of these views today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Foundfat.wps
James Madison and Federalist Paper No. 10
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A 5 page paper that describes what Madison termed the 'disease' that was common to all republics, and uses his arguments to demonstrate the necessity for a new Constitution as a 'cure.' No additional sources cited.
Filename: Madi10.wps
Jefferson & Douglass / Experts in Intellectual Prose
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A 5 page comparison between the oratorical capabilities of Thomas Jefferson and Frederick Douglass. Each of their relevant accomplishments and overall influence are examined. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Jeffdoug.wps
The Federalist Papers & The Role Of The Judiciary
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A 5 page paper outlining the role of the Judiciary Branch of the federal government and how this role is clarified by the Federalist Papers written in 1777 and 1778. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: Fedjud.wps
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