Evolution of Same-Sex Marriage A report by Garry gates indicates that the number of same-sex marriage has been on the rise from 13,500 in 2004 to 486,000 in 2014. Everyone has not always supported same-sex marriage. Justice Samuel Alito opposed the bill to legalize homosexuality in 2013. In his statement, he said that homosexuality was newer than the internet or cellphone. On the other hand, various people have come out supporting same-sex marriage. To them, homosexuality is a good recent. The pages of history reveal that same-sex marriage is not a new phenomenon. The Early Years There is a diverse type of same-sex marriage. Many cultures across the world have a history of homosexuality or transgender unions (Boswell, 1980). However, the solemnization of same-sex marriage in religions has its roots in Europe. For example, the Jewish community was forbidden to practice same-sex marriage (Leviticus 18:22). They are told not to follow the ways of the Egyptians in the warning. Rome and ancient Greece were famously known for their practice of same-sex marriage. In Mesopotamia, the incantations included prayers favoring the…
Society and Population Powerful knowledge persists with time and is applicable over generations. Chapter (IV) of “The World Philosophers” by Robert Heilbronn offers a recollection of Thomas Malthus and David Ricardo’s view of society and population. Ricardo foresaw an end to an economy where everyone moved harmoniously in the ladder of social progress. He envisioned a society divided into social classes as a result of their economic roles. Besides, Malthus observed that humans are condemned to forever struggle to provide for the ever-growing population with limited resources in the world. These propositions annihilate prospects of achieving William Goldwin utopia of everlasting peace and plenty Malthus’s proposals align with the current trends in population outlook, confirming his presumed projections. In less developed countries, there is a significant gap in income disparity. In his Principles of Political Economy, Malthus observes that land is purchased from fruits of labor and industrialists. Population pressures remain relevant socio-economic and political factors. Malthus opined there were too many people in the world and that the quality of food regulates the human population. The theory demonstrates that…
Leadership approach Introduction Leaders are the driving force of controlling an organization towards a perfect destination. The study will explore the importance of the trait approach of leadership style. The trait-based plan states that the quality of leadership is based on the characteristics of leaders. Traits include their techniques, capabilities, the efficiency of understanding the demand of his followers, and the ability to create a visionary for its followers to achieve their goal. I will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the trait approach of leadership in the essay, followed by a leadership plan. The analysis of the entire leadership plan can clarify the importance of the trait theory of leadership. Leadership approach Leadership must be evaluated on the ground of there basic parameters- the capability to communicate diversified followers, efficiency to guide the followers positively and efficiency to show a clear pathway to the followers to achieve their goal (Solaja, Idowu & James, 2016). I will choose trait leadership to evaluate my leadership capabilities. Trait approach depicts the ability of leaders to accept the responsibility of the entire task,…
Direct and Indirect Links Between Organizational Work–Home Culture and Employee Well-being Research Method Introduction This paper focuses on the research article “Direct and Indirect Links Between Organizational Work–Home Culture and Employee Well-being” by Alexandra Beauregard T. Beauregard is a specialist in employment relations and organizational behavior, working as a professor at the London School of Economics’ Department of Management. Therefore, she is an authority in the area of research to which the study belongs. The study was published by the British Journal of Management in 2011. This study takes a quantitative nature, applying a cross-sectional research design. This paper seeks to analyze the study by Beauregard critically, trying to point out the strengths and weaknesses of the methods utilized. The report will then propose an alternative methodology that would extend or develop the study by Beauregard further. A critical evaluation of the research design Description of the research design The purpose of the study by Beauregard (2011) is to test a model with a blend of moderated and mediated relationships to investigate not only direct but also indirect routes through…
Society and Policing The police force is typically known to maintain public safety, order, enforcing the judicial laws, detecting cases, preventing and taking investigations on various criminal activities. The functions of the police are referred to as police. Different countries, however, differ on the functionality of the police force. The United States and China policing vary by far and wide. Taking, for instance, in the United States of America, the proper role of the police is to enforce the law and ensure that the society if free, to promote public peace and safety (Palmiotto and Unnithan, 2011, p.26). Additionally, they are endowed with proper policing practices that require them to build a healthy relationship with their community and respect their civil liberties. Therefore, the critical role of the police in the U.S is to enforce the law. On the other hand, it is entirely unclear if there are police in China. China has the People Armed Police, whose purpose is to maintain internal security and ensure that the citizens are protected from any harm. The police force law in China,…
Supplements that help to improve your Muscles The persons that workouts and exercises regularly expect to get the best out of it. The most crucial benefit considered after workouts is to gain muscles and strength. If one has a healthy muscle, it allows the person to perform best during exercise in daily life. The three primary criteria for maximum muscle gain are eating more calories that one burns out during exercises, consuming the higher amount of protein that breaks down during workouts, and finding out the exercise program that is more challenging for your muscle. In supplements, alpha gpc powder is proved as one of the best to maintain muscle growth. Creatine: Creatine is a known type of molecule that is produced naturally in our body, and it helps to provide energy for the muscles as well as other tissues. If this is taken in the form of dietary supplements, it increases the creatine in the muscles up to 40% more than normal levels. The research shows that creatine increases muscle strength and also increases the water content in one’s…
Evaluating Lives Living signifies the existence of life. Besides, life is the sole differentiation factor between dead and inorganic matter with a living organism. While there are many philosophical descriptions of life, Jean-Paul Aymard Sartre coins a landmark explanation of life that distinguishes him from other scholars. Sartre is a French-born scholar whose work covers a wide range of disciplines, including racism, free will, violence, and also feminism. One of the significant subjects Sartre endeavored to understand includes existence and its value. His great work revolves around the philosophized in existentialism. In his concept of existentialism, Sartre delivers a presupposition that there exists no purpose in living. Not a single one derived outside the bearer of life himself. Sartre further states that humans neither have control of how they are born nor of the surroundings in which they are brought up. However, Sartre believed that in the course of one’s life, personal desires and decisions play an immense role in forging a person’s destiny and purpose of their existence. In other words, Sartre asserts that human beings are free to…
How Women Represent Traditional Culture Introduction Throughout history, cultures play a significant role in maintaining some desirable ethical codes in society. However, many communities have, in many facets, changed from the traditional religions in terms of beliefs and practices. It is noteworthy that many cultures placed the male figure as superior to female and thus female were only subject to male. This paper examines the Chinese culture with the view to comprehend the perspective of women in traditional Chinese culture. Internationally, feminists have been for the change of cultures that undermine the role of women in society. For the understanding of the traditional Chinese culture, this paper analyzes two stories, including “When I was in Xia Village” by Ding Ling and “The Night of the Mid-Autumn Festival” by Ling Shuhua. The purpose of these texts is to help in understanding how women character represents the traditional Chinese culture and the need for reform. The story “When I was in Xia Village” revolves around Zhenzhen, a village girl at her late teenage age. The Japanese soldiers abduct Zhenzhen as she attempts to…
ACONTEMPORARY ETHICAL CHALLENGE RELATED TO THE PRACTICE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS OR COMMUNICATION Overview of Author’s Primary Thesis Nicholas Sandman, a student from Covington Catholic High school, was falsely alleged to have harassed Nathan Philips, a Native American native, at the Lincoln Memorial. With the help of his Attorneys, Sandman decided to sue The Washington Post for what they claimed to be a misrepresentation of facts. According to his Attorneys, The Washington Post unlawfully targeted and bulliedSandman on the ground that he is white and was wearing the MAGA (Make America Great Again) cap during their school trip in Washington, D.C. It is during which Nathan Philips unexpectedly comforted him, beating a drum and singing loudly near his face. Attorneys representing Sandman were asking for $250,000,000 for damages, which is equivalent to the amount Jeff Bezos parted with to acquire the firm. On a different but relevant look at the matter, there is a political dimension towards this case. Bezos is often looked at as President Trump’s critic, while the supporters of Trump see The Washington Post as a collaborator of…
PRISON, POLITICS, AND DISCRIMINATION 01A The war on drugs has been politicized to further the political interests of specific individuals. The drug war has been used as a tool to fight the opposing communities and further discrimination. 01B President Nixon initiated the drug war. However, many people did not; it was also his strategy to fight the opposing communities, especially African Americans. He heavily criticized the use of Marijuana and Heroin. They were linked with the black community. That way, he was able to disrupt their meetings, arrest their leaders, and put them in prison. 01C The drug war violates several amendments to the US constitution. Police can stop and frisk individuals without a warrant. Arrests could be made by merely possessing marijuana. Many prisons hold minor criminals, while the more prominent criminals are missed. The system is meant to milk taxpayers’ money. A lot of money is set, especially for private prisons. 02A The subhuman practices continued after the 13th amendment continues to perpetuate slavery, especially to the black community of the United States. 02B The evolution of humane…