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Compact Oxford English Dictionary
Crime
Criminology
Violence
A hooligan is generally referred to as a “rough, lawless young troublemaker, typically of a gang ˮ (Worthington,2016). Even though the etymology of the word is still open to multiple questions and interpretations, the Compact Oxford English Dictionary states that the word may have originated from the surname of a violent, rowdy Irish family in…
The Power of Persuasion: Why You Need Good Communication Skills to be a Statesman
John Adams
A statesman must have exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with various people. Persuasion is key to both the politician and statesman, so each must have effective communication skills to explain complex legislative processes to people who know little of politics. Like his father, John Adams originally wanted to be a farmer. But when he saw…
Oppressive Societies in Literature: Short Essays on The Hate U Give and Children of Blood and Bone
Discrimination
Politics
The Hate U Give
Children of Blood and Bone (2018) is a young adult novel by Tomi Adeyemi, a Nigerian American author. It is the first book in a trilogy and follows Zelie Adebola’s journey to restore magic in the Kingdom of Orisha, where her people have been oppressed. Determined to set her people free, Zelie uses various symbols…
The Issue of Face-to-Face Racial Insults Under the Protection of the First Amendment
First Amendment
Justice
Law
The point of Lawrence’s argument is to prove that face-to-face racial insults should not be under the protection of the First Amendment. Lawrence tries to show this by explaining how face-to-face racial comments are the equivalent of “fighting words” and therefore cause a breach of peace in society. Lawrence’s argument is broken down into two…
Should We Kill the Death Penalty
Death Penalty
Is The Death Penalty Effective
Is one individual’s life worth more than others? The death penalty is a prevailing issue in the United States. The justice system hasn’t perfected the use of the death penalty to where only the guilty are convicted and punished. Currently, in the United States, capital offenses are punishable by death and 31 of the states…
Is the Criminal Justice System Broken
Criminal Justice System
Our criminal justice system is violating our values as a people. A nation that savors liberty now incarcerates more human beings than any other nation on the planet. Like in any other system, it always needs adjustments. We need to have a Criminal Justice System that is effective and that prosecutes individuals in a fair…
Freedom of Speech in Internet
Freedom of Speech
According to Amina Mohammed, who is the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations democracy is the of history and culture of a country which cannot be the same. Therefore, every country must establish a model of governance that best reflects its culture and needs. It must handle the government of nation and justice issues in…
Hamilton’s writings and speeches
Alexander Hamilton
Leadership
United States
Alexander Hamilton, a man who came from poverty and fought to stand for the better of the nation will always be remembered as one of the greatest founding fathers of America through his determination and allowing his voice to be heard. Hamilton was gifted with great potential, an ambitious spirit and a sponsored bright future…
Sundown Towns as an element of discrimination
Jim Crow laws
Society
The 13th amendment abolished slavery and considered it to be a crime if practiced. This amendment failed to abolish racial segregation, though In 1864 when the 13th amendment was passed, many other laws came to be. These being the “Black Codes” or Jim Crow laws that mean; separate but equal. “Separate but equal” really does…
The Resemblance of the Rogerian Argument in The Letter from Birmingham Jail by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learning
Politics
Rogerian Argument
Martin Luther King Jr. utilizes persuasive language in his Letter from Birmingham Jail to address the opposition while employing a form similar to the Rogerian Argument. This strategy is aimed at combating human oppression. King effectively rebuts the clergymen’s letter by clearly stating the issue, restating the opponents’ viewpoint and acknowledging its merits, summarizing his…