Trickle-down economics

Wooden Nickels: The Theory of Trickle-Down Economics The theory of trickle-down economics was first coined during the Reagan administration. The theory asserts that tax breaks for large businesses and the wealthiest Americans subsequently benefit all Americans with an increase in the standard of living, job creation, increased wages and an improved economy. Trickle-down economics assumes that large corporations and the wealthiest Americans are the sole drivers of economic growth; their tax breaks and benefits should directly stimulate the economy. Unfortunately, in the post-Reagan era, we have not seen major economic growth through the theory of trickle-down economics. If tax cuts for the rich were the perfect solution to a declining economy…

Trickle-down economics comes in many forms. Supply-side arguments, these are economic arguments that are most normally associated with tax cuts for high earners, the 1% of Americans, these arguments are used to suggest that the wealthy would be more incentivized to raise output in the marketplace and create better jobs. Demand-side arguments, these as well are associated with subsidies and tariffs, they continue on the argument that the wealthy need protections in order to keep paying their…

on the money from their low-paying jobs for their livelihoods. This spit gives structure to countries allowing them to pinpoint economic issues such a, inefficiencies, inequalities or instabilities…

Over the past 40 years, America has experienced a tumultuous economic life. There have been various recessions and a few booms, and all presidential candidates since the 1980s have increasingly relied on the economy as a key part of their policy. The economy has been kind to the few and for the most part, unforgiving towards everyone else. This phenomenon is a result of politicians promising to make the normal American’s financial status better before being elected, then only helping out the…

I was now playing on a select team and also on a premier club team. I was feeling great. During my eighth grade school soccer season, I was the top scorer for my team and I had high hopes of making Varsity soccer as an entering freshman. Two weeks prior to the start of soccer season, I broke my ankle playing indoor soccer. I was overcome with more disappointment than imaginable. I felt like the one thing I had worked so hard to accomplish was once again taken away. Similar with The Pact when Sam…

What is Down syndrome? Risk Factors and Research Bria Williams Valencia Community College, East Campus Author Note This paper was written for Human Biology, Section 24630, taught by Professor Ed Schultz. Abstract In 1866, John Langdon Down; an English physician, recorded and published an accurate description of a person with Down syndrome. He stated that, the facial features of those who have Down syndrome were similar to those of the Mongolians and he called them mongoloids. Down…

The Treasure Coast Down Syndrome Awareness Group (2016) is a non-profit and support organization that is dedicated to enhancing the lives of a person with Down syndrome and creating awareness. The group helps to share information on education, health, advocacy, parenting issues, and anything else dealing with Down syndrome. The group offers resources through monthly meetings, public awareness programs, new parent information, resource library, Stand Up for Independence (SUFI) - a self-advocate…

How is intellectual disability represented in Let Him Have It? The 1991 film Let Him Have It was directed by Peter Medak, and is based on the life of a young disabled man named Derek Bentley. Derek’s disability is represented is an honest un-romanticised fashion. The film explores how it affects his life and his decision making, as well as how his disability impacts his relationships with others. Derek is easily influenced and unable to entirely comprehend the consequences of his actions,…

robots across physical therapy, personal assistants, assistive mobility, social integration, manipulation functional aid, and assessment tool. Cook et al. (2010) emphasize the implementation of robotic technology for assessment of skills such as causality, means to an end, sensory play, and communication. Additionally, this review provides the developmental age considerations for each level of robotic technology control. This scale rages from 3 years old to active a single switch to 7 years old…

Prenatal Development The day I found out that I was pregnant was a day of unmatchable joy for both my husband and I. Our joy was continued throughout the pregnancy until the doctor had offered us possible test to see if the baby had any problems. I didn’t want to know until the baby was born, but my husband insisted. The doctor conducted a maternal blood screening, as well as a noninvasive prenatal diagnosis (Santrock 2014, pg. 52). The tests came back positive for Down syndrome. At that point…