Articles of Confederation & The Constitution
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In 2 pages the author discusses the differences between the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution, and answers whether she would have supported ratification of the new Constitution as it was submitted to the states. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: PCartcon.doc

Confederation to Constitution
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A 5 page essay that argues for the powers given the federal government in the Constitution to regulate the states as opposed to the more autonomous semi-country status the states had under the Articles of Confederation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Confcons.wps

The Development of the United States Constitution
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This 6 page paper looks at the United States Constitution and compares it with the English 'Constitution.' Both forms of government are discussed as well as the balance of power in each nation. Bibliography lists 7 sources
Filename: SA011USA.rtf

The Development of the United States Government
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This 5 page paper looks at the very important Constitutional Convention in 1787 which was responsible for the creation of the U.S. Constitution. Different types of governments are discussed and the topic is introduced after an account of Shays's Rebellion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA301787.wps

The Magna Carta & The Constitution
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A 5 page essay which compares the English document with the American Constitution. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Magnacar.wps

U.S. Constitution / Economy vs. Bill of Rights
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A 6 page paper that posits that although the constitution framed at the Philadelphia Convention in 1787 is an excellent document, that the framers left a document that continues to pit people against economic rights. Touted as a democracy, individuals do not have true electoral power. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Ecnybill.wps

U.S. History, 1763-1787
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A 5 page review of the conflicts with Great Britain that led to the American Revolution, the preparation of the Articles of Incorporation and how their weaknesses led to the Constitution of the United States. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Cnamerhs.wps

America's Great Awakening / Jonathan Edwards' Infamous Sermon
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This 6 page paper analyzes the 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God' sermon delivered by New England clergyman and theologian Jonathan Edwards during a revival known as the Great Awakening in 1741. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Sinners.wps

Eighteenth Century Sovereignty and the Issue of a U.S. Central Government
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A 12 page discussion of the ideologies surrounding sovereignty which led up to the American Revolution. Discusses the desire for self government but the recognition of the need for central government. Introduces the ideologies of John Locke and Thomas Hobbes and summarizes the impact each had on our Declaration of Independence and Constitution. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPsoverg.wps

Perspectives on Individual Liberty in the Models of Democracy,Liberalism, Socialism, and Anarchy
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This 5 page report discusses various social or governmental models in the context of their attitudes regard individual liberty. Particular attention is paid to the thinking of Edmund Burke and the ways in which he ultimately influenced the most basic aspects of conservatism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWlibtry.wps

Thomas Jefferson, Slavery, And The Hypocrisy Of Our Founding Fathers
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In this well-written 5 page essay, it is argued that Thomas Jefferson and various other 'Founding Fathers' of the United States were hypocritical in drafting that 'all men are created equal'- when many of them were known --among others things-- to be slave owners. The writer acknowledges that the Framers were aware of this hypocrisy and discusses the socioeconomic and political dilemma that they faced in making pertinent decisions. A number of rarely-known facts such as the Constitutional provision which outlawed the barring of slavery until at least 1808 are used to illustrate this essay's main points. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Jeffslav.wps

Samuel Adams / Radical Puritan
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A 5 page paper discussing the book 'Samuel Adams - Radical Puritan' by Lillian Fowler, William Fowler, William Fowler, Jr., and Oscar Handlin. The book covers the life and times, as well as the adventures of Samuel Adams, the American revolutionary and political leader. No additional sources cited.
Filename: samuel.doc