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    The Transcontinental Railroad and Westward Expansion Thesis: The transcontinental railroad greatly increased Westward expansion in the United States of America during the latter half of the nineteenth century. The history of the United States has been influenced by England in many ways. In the second half of the 1800 's, the railroad, which was invented in England, had a major effect on Western expansion in the United States. "Railroads were born in England, a country with dense populations

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    In the nineteenth century, the living conditions in Nebraska were tough to say the least. Reminiscences about the pioneer life often describe conditions such as droughts, blizzards, and grasshopper infestations. In the first few years, life in Nebraska was centered in the towns and farms along the west bank of the Missouri River. Nebraska was linked to everywhere else, but river steamboats. People tried to recreate the social life that they had at their previous home, but they were also influenced

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    Known as "The Cornhusker State," Nebraska became the 37th state on March 1, 1867. The state's name is derived from an Oto Indian word Nebrathka, meaning "flat water" and relates to a national symbol of the state, the Platte River. Alongside becoming the 37th state, Nebraska also ranks #37 in population for the nation. The 2013 population census claimed 1,868,516 residing citizens, with Caucasian making up 87% of the total population. Although the population isn't the lowest in the country, the

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    Table of Contents Executive Summary.................................................................................................................... Understanding the Market....................................................................................................... Assessing Midwest Radiator’s Current Position............................................................. Differentiation..........................................................................................

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    My Dream Career

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    qualities are what I need to ensure I achieve the type of lifestyle I hope to achieve by the end. The lifestyle of a phyisican is very stable since the pay for the job is high, but it depends a lot on what area someone wants to specialize in. In the Omaha, Nebraska, the annual base salary that the average Physician in Neurology receives is between $200,419 - $269,254. (Salary.com). The range is based on a percentile of physicians in the area as the medium of pay is $229,324 (Salary.com). However, there are

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    time, this racial discrimination based on color has been reduced through extensive programs and new ideologies by state-run programs as well as by programs that are federally funded. However, the same cannot be said for the state of Nebraska. This is because Nebraska has stated representatives who are racist against the Black Community, educational institutes where racism is at an all-time high, and societies in state cities where racism continues to be tolerated by the vast majority of people who

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    The Transcontinental Railroad and Westward Expansion Thesis: The transcontinental railroad greatly increased Westward expansion in the United States of America during the latter half of the nineteenth century. The history of the United States has been influenced by England in many ways. In the second half of the 1800's, the railroad, which was invented in England, had a major effect on Western expansion in the United States. "Railroads were born in England, a country with dense populations

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    Robert G. Simmons Robert G. Simmons is arguably one of the most experienced and intelligent judges Nebraska has ever had on its Supreme Court. With a diversified portfolio, Simmons earned his position as NE Chief Justice. Coming from a family built upon hard-work, Robert is a prime example of some of the better opportunities that awaited western migrants and their families. Robert Simmons’ Midwestern ideals helped him become a hard-working individual who emphasized the fundamental understanding of

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    Part I To start a discussion a cultural competence in the field of law and within the courtroom, it’s important to establish the definition of culture in clarity. Culture is “a dynamic value system of learned elements, with assumptions, conventions, beliefs and rules permitting members of a group to relate to each other and to the world, to communicate and to develop their creative potential.” (Obialo) Religion, food, language, customs, unspoken values and beliefs, clothing and other outward expressions

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    My Career As A Nurse

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    This world offers so many career opportunities, from being an elementary teacher to a yoga instructor to a cardiologist. The job variety is endless, and anyone has the potential at becoming a professional in the career of their dreams. I’ve always known I wanted to go college, and now I know I want to become a nurse anesthetist. Since I was little, I haven’t always dreamed of becoming a nurse anesthetist. When I was younger if someone would ask me what I wanted to be when I got older, I would

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