Academic papers on Argumentative / Pro-Con Essays

Billy Sunday and Will Rogers: Thoughts on Prohibition
5 pages in length. Billy Sunday, in one of his numerous sermons about alcohol being "God's Worst Enemy" preached that, although some argued personal liberty was at stake, in reality personal liberty simply meant that a man could "stand up at the...
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Gun Control is Not the Answer
A 5 page paper which argues that while there has been a rash of violence associated with guns, and while many are arguing that more sever gun control legislation should be passed, putting more restrictions on gun ownership will not control the...
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In Favor Of Legalizing Marijuana
6 pages in length. The writer discusses both sides of the marijuana battle in relation to legalization, addressing medicinal, tax and Prohibition issues. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Proposing an Internet Sales Tax
10 pages. Presents an argument in favor of an Internet sales tax. Includes one graph. Discussion includes options on how to base the sales tax rate, who should collect it and what some repercussions might be. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The USS Constitution and The Boston Public Garden
This 5 page paper considers a comparative view of two public areas, the USS Constitution and The Boston Public Garden. This paper provides an overview of the basic structures and an immediate view of those using the area.
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Problem Solving: Investigation and Verification of Facts
A 2 page discussion of the importance of investigation and verification of facts in problem solving. Contrasts the inductive approach with the deductive approach, clarifying that while the process of induction is largely a process of intuition, the...
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Fatal Distraction - The Detrimental Factors Surrounding Females in Combat
A 9 page paper that argues the point that female military personnel should not be placed in direct combat positions during times of war. The opinions and justifications presented by this opposition are discussed in detail as well as the arguments...
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The Legalization of Drugs
6 pages in length. There are many compelling reasons to legalize drugs, reasons that are not only persuasive but make logical sense as well. The United States has long been in battle with itself in an ongoing attempt to control its rampant drug...
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"Philosophy is irrelevant; all we need is technology"
This quote begins a 10 page paper that examines our reliance on technology and our value of philosophy. The discussion looks at the technocracy movement of the 30's, yet strikes a more moderate resolution than the quote suggests....
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Affirmative Action Needs Altering
A 5 page paper which argues that Affirmative Action is not doing what it was designed to do and in light of such reality it has harmed African Americans as well as the rest of the population of this country. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A Paper on Argumentation
In modern society there is such a plethora of information as well as a myriad of modes of acquiring information that it is difficult for the individual to fully comprehend all aspects of a problem in order to come to a decision or an opinion. ...
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College Opens Door In The Future
This five-page-paper presents a persuasive argument as to why high school students should go on to college. The financial benefits are discussed as well as the self esteem issues. Bibliography lists two sources.
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Regulating Patents for the Human Genome
8 pages in length. This paper gives a convincing argument that the high money stakes for the human genome research needs to be more closely regulated by the government. The inherent problems in allowing private enterprise to profit from this means...
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Radical Social Consciousness in Literature and Film
In this new century, and through part of the last one. we have been told that nothing occurs without a reason. Such is the concept with the label 'radical social consciousness,' whether this is an accurate assumption will be examined...
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AIDS Awareness is Being Done All Wrong
This five-page-paper presents an argument that the AIDS awareness for teens is being handled incorrectly. Suggestions for the proper handling are also given.
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