The Authority

Over the years, society progresses, thus, revolutionizing the way of life. Scientific advancement has transformed the quality of life, whereas people are living longer, with more opportunities than obtainable to previous generations. Our advancement in society that has granted a cutting-edge communication system that allows people to stay connected constantly and be able to obtain various sources of knowledge, at the click of a button. However, this advancement becomes an issue, when it is…

Legitimacy, as defined by the Oxford English Dictionary, is said to be something that is “sanctioned by or authorized by law or right.” Although dictionaries typically give the most common meaning of a word, many times people will, in a way, coin or redefine terms in order to best fit their views. This is especially seen in Edward Said’s work, “States.” In his writing, Said explores what is means to be Palestinian. The clear answer may simple be someone of the Arabic culture who has descended…

From the moment the idea of power was born into existence, mankind and animals alike have fought for the ability to rule and to control; they’ve fought for power. Since the dawn of human organization and civilization, humans, although thinking of themselves as civilized and formal have done nefarious and malicious things to obtain the illustrious control that is power. Throughout history, the ability to rule has enticed mankind to turn on each other and to engage in brutal conflicts often…

The Persuasive Power of Words Why do teachers always want people to have the ability to speak in front in public? What is so important about words. Words when used correctly are the most powerful force in the world. The use of words to get their way is commonly displayed in The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. Two characters use their words differently for different reasons but for the same goal which is coming across as prodigious. First is Cassius who used words for…

Power, is the ability to do something. Forms of superiorities can be social power, money, fear, or even physical strength. Power in all of its forms are sought after and wanted. In the short story,“ The Stolen Party,” by Liliana Heker a girl by the name of Rosaura is “invited” to her “friend’s” party but in reality Rosara was never invited as a guess. In Ray Bradbury's “The Fog Horn,” a monster of sorts emerges out of the water after hear the sound of its kind, it longs to be with another of a…

abuse of authority contributes to a finding of outrageousness under Angeline Jean’s IIED claim. Abuse of authority, under Florida Law, is a factor that can strengthen the outrageousness element of an IIED claim. McAlpin v. Sokolay, 596 So.2d at 2. Abuse of authority occurs when a plaintiff suffers severe emotional distress as a consequence of a relationship with the defendant, who uses actual or apparent authority over the plaintiff or power to affect his interests. Id. Abuse of authority can…

Ruinous authority is not solely about people but instead about the antagonistic outcomes coming about because of the interchange of dangerous pioneers, helpless devotees, and favorable situations. We look at theoretical issues concerning damaging administration and its association with different develops to give a point of view on the subject. At that point we plot the poisonous triangle: the qualities of dangerous pioneers; the intentions of supporters; and the large scale natural setting that…

and Ismene’s belief in authority and how individuals must decide between the two, even though both options may result in torment. Sophocles’ contrasting characterization demonstrates that Antigone is determined to abide by her personal morals,…

presented by a political rally demonstrates several relations of authority. In terms of the recent Bernie Sanders rally in Oakland, California, two authority relations of particular interest were that between rally leader/follower and parent/child. Interactions between these groups of individuals were recorded in the form of field notes. The field notes I wrote recorded details of interpersonal relations with respect to spatiality, authority figures, verbal and nonverbal communication, and…

In the novel Lord of the Flies, by William Golding, a group of British boys become stranded on an island without any adults there to govern them. Two boys are quickly established among them as leaders of the group. Ralph’s style of leadership is very democratic, listening to input from the other boys, making everyone equal, as well as trying to do what is best for them. In contrast, Jack has a dictator like way of ruling, discounting anyone else’s input, aiming for absolute power, and putting…