interest-bearing or discounted) that is issued by a government or corporation in order to raise money; the bondissuer is required to pay a fixed sum annually until maturity and then a fixed sum to repay the principal. Bonds guide. Boom: A state of economic prosperity‚ as in boom times. Break even: This is a term used to describe a point at which revenues equal costs (fixed and variable). Bretton Woods: An international monetary system operating from 1946-1973. The value of the dollar was fixed
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Political liberalism emphasizes the social contract‚ in which citizens make the laws and they all agree to abide by those laws. It is supported on the belief that individuals know what is best for them. Political liberalism grants political representation to all adult citizens regardless of sex‚ race‚ or financial status. It highlights the “rule of law” and favors liberal democracy. It works on the principle that individuals are the foundation of rules and civilization. Furthermore‚ society and
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Political Culture Change In 2004‚ Americans were proud of the War on Terrorism‚ our accomplishments in the Middle East‚ and the incumbent president that had kept us safe from harm since 9/11. The Republican Party capitalized on the War on Terror during the 2004 elections‚ but being affiliated with the Republican Party and a pro-war stance in 2008 wasn’t considered a good thing to the majority. Even other Republicans were openly embarrassed by the Bush Administration’s mistakes with the War on
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Climate change The scientific community is in agreement that climate change is taking place‚ and the impacts are significant. Different groups have made attempts to highlight some of these effects through various media. The series Ice Age‚ produced by the Blue Sky Studios‚ highlights many issues related to climate change and the effects climate change has on our environment. After watching the series Ice Age (2002)‚ Ice Age: The Meltdown (2006) and Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009)‚ there
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As Andrew Jackson ascended the throne to be our seventh President‚ the era became known as “The Age of Jackson.” However‚ it wasn’t so much known to the people back then as “The Age of the Common Man.” Despite being far from the common man‚ Jackson still portrayed himself to be a humble and relatable guy. He was born as an orphan without wealth but eventually worked his way up the social ladder and became a successful lawyer and military hero. After being elected president‚ he was able to reform
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The Economic Impact of SUVs “The SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) is one of the most popular types of vehicle to both own and drive. Last year‚ SUVs and minivans outsold conventional cars for the first time. However‚ the SUV is increasingly coming under attack for its fuel economy‚ emissions standards and safety record. Vehicle fuel efficiency across the US is now at its lowest level since 1980. However‚ former California governor Gray Davis signed legislation requiring the California Air Resources
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Andrew Jackson was a prominent figure who was a major general and the seventh president of the United States. He was the first person to gain office because of a majority direct appeal of mass voters and was also the first president from the area west of the Appalachian mountains. He positively and negatively impacted American history through his victories in key battles‚ Jacksonian democracy‚ and his acts during his presidency. 1st point During the War of 1812‚ the Red Sticks were siding with
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Economic growth brings greater happiness- how far do you agree with this statement? What is happiness? It is just one word‚ but every person has his own view on this question. Happiness is a basic of nature. Somebody think that it is God’s gift or result of luck‚ but some people claim that happiness is in your hands‚ you do it by yourself‚ you have to achieve your aims to be happy. Some people confuse happiness to pleasure‚ pleasure is a drink of water in the hot day‚ a comfortable bed after difficult
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Starting in the 1870s lasting until the 1920s the United States experienced‚ The Gilded Age. This time period brought about many new advancements for millions of Americans nationwide. From the first spark of electricity in a home‚ to the modifications that made the assembly line what it is today. The men who ignited these advancements‚ made them accessible for the average American. These men founded universities and started car companies. Others are named after banks and historic landmarks. People
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unpaved areas. He faced the repercussions of an economic meltdown‚ two foreign wars against an unidentifiable enemy‚ and dismal education system. It can be said that political change was eminent‚ with the several new faces on Capital Hill and a resounding cry of ‘Hope’ among the nations’ voters. But at the same time‚ it could also be said that technologic landscape was changing as well. Social media‚ cell phones‚ cable television‚ and the internet would have been words of tomfoolery to anyone before the
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