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methods of child recruitment, the role as child soldiers and lastly the rehabilitation provided to these child soldiers. The first time in the novel we come close to seeing Ishmael, his brother and friends being recruited is by the Revolutionary United Front (RUF), also known as the rebels, in the village of Mattru Jong; seeking only strong child soldiers (34) but the boys are lucky enough to escape from the rebels. The second time we witness the recruitment is almost half way through the book,…

Since 2001, the year when PETA’s co-founder Ingrid Newkirk declared the organization would intentionally become provocative, controversial “press sluts” to further pursue its goals, PETA’s media usage (notably the advertising method) has changed drastically. PETA’s media tactic has since then been widely criticised by various minority groups: feminists, black civil rights activists, and animal advocacy organizations alike. The tactic is considered by many to promote a “hierarchy of oppressions”,…

The European Coalition to End Animal Experiments (ECEAE) is an organization that was formed in the 1990’s in an effort to end animal testing for the purpose of cosmetics. The ECEAE is the leading group in Europe which helps EU officials intersect laboratories. This article was written to expose the truth of what exactly goes on in animal testing laboratories and to explain that there are alternatives out there that will be of more benefit to society, both economically and physically. This…

Researches provides scientists to enhance the lives of both humans and animals. The use of animals in medical research and safety testing is the vital part to improve human health. Animals have been used for research since decades. Medical research done on animals has benefited humans greatly. Without the use of animals, the study and cure of various diseases would not exist. The use of animals in researches should be done in order to improve both human and animal health. Animal testing is…

Animal testing uses outdated and archaic testing procedures. In the article “Alternatives to the use of animals in research, testing and education” Jayshree Vencatesan, and advocate of Animal rights who works at Care Earth, describes how in the medical field of humane science there are three R’s every method of testing must follow. The three R’s include: replacement, refinement, and reduction. These must be used when determining alternative methods of testing. Vencatesan states that the most…

Henry Louis Mencken was an American journalist and writer from the early 20th century to late mid 20th century. He was known for being a huge critic of American democracy and was more in support for socialism. An example of his thoughts where through his quote of,“the average man does not want to be free. He simply wants to be safe.” He found trouble when he wrote about socialists norms during WWII because people were in more opposition to it than ever. This quote was a question that everybody…

Growing up in a family that doesn’t support your education and that doesn’t financially support your education isn’t the best set of circumstances that a student wants. At Pasadena City College I am majoring in Natural Sciences but going towards my VMD of Animal Science to become a veterinarian. I was raised in a farming family where over 100 animals have been cared for at a certain time. The traits of taking care of 30 chickens,30 rabbits, 40 quail, 7 ducks, 9 parakeets, 2 pheasants, 2 pigs,…

Product safety is important for companies producing personal care and household products. To run a productive business, their products must be safe and effective. Any adverse reactions to products can be damaging to the companies that produced them; severe reactions could lead to expensive lawsuits. Making the most reliable products creates customer satisfaction and increases business and profits. Animal testing also allows companies to develop and test new concepts and products. Successful…

As children gain knowledge, change and grow through years of experience, so too has the scientific process involving animal testing. From the first baby steps when scientists knew limited information about this particular aspect of scientific experimentation, to today where new ideas abound on substitutes for animals tested in laboratories, the field has evolved into a mature segment of the scientific world. However, similar to a child’s growing pains, the use of animals for testing possible…

Summary #1: Chapter 1 – Behaviorism (How Fiction Affects Behavior) Behaviorism is defined “As an approach to psychology that features the study and careful measurement of observable behaviors” (Cacioppo, p. ). In the article Empathy by the book: How fiction affects behaviors by Susan Pinker she explains that if everyone reads more fiction books that they will be able to empathize with others around them. Through a study completed by the University of Toronto Dr. Oatley concluded ’The more…