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American society prides itself on being evenhanded and impartial, but so far history proves otherwise. In the past, unjust treatment of minorities was acknowledged, and in many cases, accepted, but it is the apparent and yet unmentionable treatment of women, past and present, that threatens to undermine America. Although sexual harassment and discrimination have been…

Who Gets What: Fair Compensation after Tragedy and Financial Upheaval is a story told by Kenneth Feinberg and his involvement in several historical tragedies over 28 years. Kenneth Feinberg is a lawyer here in the United States who has been involved in very large cases involving oil spills, victim compensation funds, and even the Agent…

Kate Chopin’s “Desiree’s Baby” explores the theme of love, both authentic and superficial, highlighting the darker aspects of human nature and relationships. The bond between Desiree and her adoptive parents exemplifies genuine love, devoid of prejudice and built on affection. When a young Desiree is discovered by Mousier Valmande at his Louisiana estate’s gate, she…

Beowulf is our superhero in this story but only if our hero bragged about all his accomplishments. I say this because in the story Beowulf says, “No one else could do what I mean to, here, no man but me could hope to defeat this monster.” This here alone shows us a glimpse of the…

These are all words I have heard and continue to hear in my life. These are all words that relate to me, just in an extremely derogatory way. Being gay is something that is becoming more and more acceptable in our society, but living as a lesbian proves an everyday struggle for me and one…

Culture is the biggest major that we play in our lives because it defines our values, beliefs, and personal interests. People are not born with cultural behaviors or beliefs they grow up developing it. The most important environmental factor that is identifying our personality is culture. In the film of god grew tired of us is exploring to bunch…

When you received this letter, I will no longer be here. Ever since I was a child, you were always so affectionate towards me, brother. When I was 13, I received my first lipstick. It was a present from you. And for my Prom dance, you gave me that beautiful pink lace dress. It was…

The story is a combination of reality and fantasy which reflects many aspects of society. The author shed a light over the different components of humanity which deal with daily life activities. Human beings are so concerned about their own benefit. At first the villages plucked and prodded the old man to testify whether he…

The word “privateer” conjures a romantic image in the minds of most Americans. Tales of battle and bounty pervade the folklore of privateering, which has become a cherished, if often overlooked part of our shared heritage. Legends were forged during the battle for American independence, and these men were understandably glorified as part of the…

Aunt Jennifer’s tigers are pictures that she is sewing into a tapestry. The tapestry could be one of those quilts that you can hang on the wall, or curtains. The details that are associated with her hands are being terrified, but lying still, they flutter through the wool and they are weighed down with the…