redevelopment in the decades following the 1970s, and new projects included new residential developments and a business park. When the Commerce Casino was opened in 1990, it quickly became the city’s second largest employer. During the same year, the landmark Samson Tire Factory reopened as a specialty retail center, office space, and 200-room hotel. The city continues to retain its manufacturing identity with nearly 64 percent of the city zoned for industrial use. (English and GuneWardena…
galleries put together a collection of the artist’s later works, which explore the intimacy, violence and mourning. Right beside the entrance at the first floor, in a small hidden corner room you may easily ignore, a 10x8 feet large screen project the landmark self-shot erotic films Fuses(1965), a controversial silent movie of Schneemann’s heterosexual love making with the composer James Tenney, celebrating their primitive human desire in garden of Eden, with her dear cat watching all the time.…
Liberty is defined as the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views .The concept of liberty has affected American politics both domestically and internationally. This idea is essential to the documents that created the American republic. The Declaration of Independence lists liberty as one of man’s inalienable rights. The Constitution’s purpose is to secure the liberties of individuals with written law.…
The topic of abortion is one of the most controversial subjects in America today. Up until 1973, abortion was illegal in the United States. It wasn’t until the historic case of Roe vs. Wade when abortion was finally legalized nationwide. In this landmark case, the Supreme Court ruled that any woman has the right to terminate her pregnancy. Since the legalization of abortion, religious and conservative political entities have pushed all their efforts to make the process of getting an abortion…
interested everyone involved. There is believed to be 27 different buildings that the Yuan Dynasty built. Guo designed a lot out of those 27 buildings. However, he did not only put his ideas to designing buildings. He also designed landmarks. One extraordinary landmark design he made was for Kummin Lake. Later on, Kummin Lake became the site of the Summer Palace on the west side of Beijing. Besides all of these great accomplishments, there was one in particular that would have a humongous part…
War changes Jan to be a rude, impatient and mysterious person. He does not talk to people the way other people do and always protects himself from strangers and soldiers. For example, when Ivan comes to visits Ruth and other children, he is attacked by Jan. “There was a flesh of a knife near the soldier’s neck” (p. 27). Jan is being rude to Ivan as well as to Captain Greenwood. When the captain question him, he does not answer him in a polite way. “Jan collapsed on the floor, panting and angry,…
and breathtaking their jewelry is. In this article we discuss some of the best jewelry stores in New York City for classic and ageless pieces. Tiffany & Co. - 727 5th Ave, New York, NY The Tiffany and Co flagship store on Fifth Avenue is a cultural landmark that epitomizes charm and glamor. Their jewelry has be worn and furnished for New York’s aristocracy and well known families such as the Astor’s and Vanderbilt’s.…
Spanning 365 miles in length, the Erie Canal was first created in 1825. Since that time, it has become a popular destination for Erie Canal houseboat rentals. From May to November, the canal comes alive as houseboat vacationers and boaters fill the area. At the Erie Canal's marinas, visitors can find all of the amenities that they need to traverse the waterways. Motor boats can be rented for the day, and houseboat rentals are readily available. Visitors can select from houseboats ranging from…
bargaining breakthroughs include: • The first employer-paid health insurance plan for industrial workers. • The first cost-of living allowances. • Comprehensive training and educational programs. The UAW also has pplayed a vital role in passing such landmark legislation as Medicare and Medicaid, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the Employee Retirement Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act (uaw.org).…
The America I Believe In is a topic that is very widespread. It can mean many different things depending on your age. I am only thirteen, I have not gone through America’s landmarks like others have. With saying all of this The America I Believe In is the country of freedom. The United States of America gives people more opportunities than other countries. For example our education. I am writing this essay right now knowing how to spell all of these words. Most Middle East countries and most of…