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In his work “A Model of Christian Charity,” Governor John Winthrop sets out a grandiose (and unrealistic) vision for the Massachusetts Bay Colony. He desires the colony to be an ideal Christian community built on the principal of loving your neighbor as Christ commands. He imagines the colony as set apart from other communities as a devoted community that loves one another and is always charitable (while still being sure to keep some money back as a savings). The colonists, however, seem to be…

Idaho Governors Cup Scholarship Application I am a native Idahoan, straight and foremost which means that I have had the privilege of being raised in great place that has taught me much. From being able to kayak to knowing how to be a part of a community that is what I learned being an Idahoan is, However, what it should also mean to be an Idahoan is to be educated. An Idahoan should strive for more such as earning a degree or receiving an education beyond that of getting a high…

In modern times and throughout history there are many individuals who were and are in a leadership role. One of these leaders was Abraham Lincoln. This paper intends to highlight some of the valuable qualities of Lincoln and how they shaped him into a leader. A number of the traits that will be explored are faith, honor and integrity, and the ability to listen. Upon examining history it becomes evident that one of the personal qualities that Lincoln possessed was faith. This faith guided…

the Canadian wanted to protect their culture because One of the most prominent conflicts with implications for cultural concerns that turned into a trade dispute concerned the selling of magazines in Canada. Today, 89 percent of magazines sold in Canada are foreign, most of which are American. In spite of the low proportion of domestically produced magazines in Canada, the Canadian government has nonetheless identified the production of magazines as an important touchstone of Canadian national…

Citation: Croft vs. Governor of Texas, 562 F.3d 735 (5th Cir. 2009). Parties: David W. and Shannon K. Croft: Parents of minor Children - Plaintiffs / Appellants Governor of the State of Texas, Rick Perry - Defendant / Appellee Facts: In 2006, David and Shannon Croft, parents and friends of three minor children, filed a suit alleging the Texas Pledge and Minute of Silence Statute was unconstitutional. Each morning, Texas public school students are mandated to pledge…

Both science and technology had a very profound role on the East India Company’s (EIC) rule over India, as well as added to the economy. Some background – with the EIC’s help, the British first took over areas in India starting with Bengal, located in northeast India today, and then moving down to the southern parts of India as well. They acquired some more territories in northern India after. Expansion to India eventually slowed down; however, once they stopped acquiring as much territory, they…

It was more than just magnetism that allowed Governor Jan Brewer to deliver such a rousing speech on April 23, 2010 from the sunny city of Phoenix, Arizona. It was a well planned strategy. Simple instruments such as ethos, pathos, and logos allowed Brewer to appeal to the audience through reasoning and the use of emotions. More complex rhetorical devices such as anaphora and polysyndeton added rhythm and created a more aesthetic flow to her address. Brewer employed many of these tools and…

people and the office holder determines whether he is worthy to hold this job. However, what happens if a certain action, event, or scandal jeopardizes their position? The answer is straightforward: an effective public political apology, like NJ Governor Chris Christie’s apology to the people after the Fort Lee incident. His apology made not only the affiliated but the whole country forgive him. On the other hand, Donald Trump’s apology for inappropriately insulting women did not…

that might pop into mind could be Martin Luther King Jr. and Governor George Wallace. These two men wrote speeches about where they stood at a time when our nation was split in two. Governor Wallace, didn't think living in a segregated world was a bad thing, after all that was the way he was brought up that was all he knew. Six months later Dr. King who did not agree with Wallace and his views wrote a speech responding back to the Governor. Both of these men argue great points and to get a…

Mackenzie King helped Canada break free of Britain’s reins as Canada’s Government wanted to have a new national identity without being linked to the United Kingdom. Although Canada had gained independence in 1867, Canada was ruled by the commonwealth and was unable to make its own decisions until, Mackenzie King decided to do things differently when it came to World War II. Due to Canada having good relations internally with the minority (French Canadians), it changed the way people viewed…