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    on one hand, these rights are being overlooked, on the other, there are entities who are dedicated to advocating for them on behalf of the homeless. Homeless advocacy groups have done a great deal to improve the matter of homelessness in the United States. The main group dedicated to the cause, The National Coalition for the Homeless, was created as a response to the great influx and uncertainty which surrounded the matter of housing during the late twentieth century (National

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    history. I agree to this. Democracy, the word Democracy has been characterized in different routes by numerous individuals everywhere throughout the nation. This word has suggested different things during the time as things changed all through the United States. People in the past had alternate points of view on Democracy in light of the way that life in those days was altogether different than it is today. Individuals now fully understand that they truly have a voice and an opportunity to battle and

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    The United States is one of the largest countries that are made up of individuals from diverse origins and cultures. In addition, most foreigners from the other parts of the world migrated to the U.S, or become American citizens under different circumstances, especially during the 18th, 19th and the 20th centuries. Black Americans for example, arose in the American culture as a result of the numerous Africans who were being sold to the whites in order for them to work in the cotton and pyrethrum

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    Australia and the United States have always had a very strong relationship through trade and mainly defence. The security of Australia heavily depends on the US, as we are there main allies in defence. Australia and the US are both apart of an organization called APEC. They both have very important roles as there are classified as the head nations. This organization first started in January 1989 in Australia when current prime minister Bob Hawke called for a more effective economic operation across

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    exploitation by their employers. Giving companies more of an edge in their industries by tampering with the workweek hours could become a slippery slop. The 35-hour week was not just 35 hours and everyone goes home it’s like the standard 40-hour week the United States recognizes. After the 35 hours overtime pay is required which can cost companies millions and if not kept in check companies could cut their operation cost to an all time low. Ethically speaking companies should protect their workers from being

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    care I didn’t think it was much of an issue at all. I was born in America so I didn’t think too much of wouldn’t concern me at all. On top of that, I just assume people are being paranoid that nothing wasn’t going to happen to anyone it is the United States. In my mind the only way they kick you out of America is breaking the law. However, I was mistaken. A few people I knew had been sent away. Voting plays the major part in political history. With reason, voting is subsequently important since it

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    country as the United States, racism continues evident against people of different ethnic traits and skin color. According to Steinberg (Steinberg, 1995), racial discrimination has been the most important cause of inequality between whites and blacks in the U.S. Because of that, minorities in American society have been fighting over years for equal rights and respect, starting with the civil rights movement in 1960s. Also, public policies implemented since 1964 in the United States have been instrumental

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    September 11, 2001, America became much more aware of the necessity to enhance security within the country. The tragedy that struck America’s heart continues to affect the lives of citizens today because the memory will never disappear. The United States decided to take action and strengthen security of the nation to prevent any terrorist attacks in the future. Some citizens continue to argue about the huge expense of the current security, but it clearly protects the country as a whole. As an

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    Employment Discrimination Discrimination in employment has been an ongoing issue in the United States for over 100 years. It can be expressed in many different ways, which no matter what can be very hurtful to a person. Discriminate means to "distinguish between one another; to make a difference in behavior or favor on the basis other than individual merit." Everyone at some point in their life experiences some form of discrimination. There are many forms of employment discrimination and many laws

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    The United States has many different nutrition problems. There are people living in food deserts, people who don’t have money to buy food, people who don’t know what healthy foods look like, and many others. These issues should be of concern to everyone in the country. The nutrition and health of these people affects everyone. I think that two of the largest nutrition issues facing the country and obesity and malnutrition. Obesity is defined by Merriam-Webster as, “a condition characterized

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