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Firefighter Leadership, 2007.
This paper explores literature pertaining to the unique leadership role within a fire department.
1,340 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper examines the book "First In, Last Out" by John Salka. Salka, a FDNY battalion chief, discusses managing people, coping with crises, mentoring, decision making and adjusting to change. The paper discusses the unique aspects to leading a crew of brave men who have to face flaming infernos to rescue humans and animals. They risk their own lives, while systematically remembering the technical aspects of chemical and structural hazards and utilizing technologically advanced firefighting equipment. The paper shows the responsibility of the leadership; firefighters not only have to respect their chief as a commander, they have to trust him implicitly with their lives. The paper also looks at the International Association of Fire Chiefs Officer Development Handbook.
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"Others have written books on their specific type of Fire Department responsibility, that of protecting a city from the dangers of fire and other similar hazards. Like Salka, they echo the thought that, while management training and experience is universal for leaders in most management positions, there are some unique aspects to leading a crew of brave men who have to face flaming infernos to rescue humans and kittens, risking their own lives, while systematically remembering the technical aspects of chemical and structural hazards, and utilizing technologically advanced firefighting equipment."
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Information Systems Strategic Plan, 2007.
This paper explores the proper planning, development and implementation of information and communications technologies (ICT) in a business.
1,841 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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The paper explains that the emergence of information and communications technologies (ICT) made business enterprises realize the value proposition and the strategic importance they bring in gaining the competitive advantage. The paper discusses how it is important for the business to have an information systems strategic plan (ISSP) to serve as the company's blueprint or roadmap in its ICT implementations. The paper looks at the proper methodologies, processes and procedures and examines the project management methodology of the Project Management Institute (PMI). The paper discusses the project initiating process, the planning activities, the executing and the closing phase.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Project Management Methodology in ISS Planning
The Project Management Life Cycle
Initiation Activities
Planning Activities
Execution Activities
Monitoring and Controlling Activities
Closing Activities
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"Whereas a few years ago only the privileged few can access computing devices and the collateral benefits thereto, but nowadays ICT became ubiquitous and pervasive in nature - and the lack of at times could spell the difference between failure and success! The business challenge therefore is to make use of ICT to achieve the maximum benefits possible by concentrating the deployment to the core areas of business. These core areas where ICT will be deployed must have the greatest impact and contribute most on the enterprise's strategic thrusts as well as the bottom line."
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Subliminal Advertising, 2007.
This paper discusses subliminal messages and whether they can effectively alter behavior, consumer patterns and states of mind.
1,441 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The paper discusses how, with subliminal advertising, the viewer can remain totally unaware of the messages being conveyed through the commercial media. The advertisement may flash a word repeatedly, thus subconsciously affecting the consumer's thoughts and behavior. The paper shows how repeated exposure to imagery can possibly induce the changes in consumer behavior that are desired by the ad's sponsor. The paper notes, however, that studies on its effectiveness have been inconclusive. The paper points out that subliminal messages are illegal and unethical and probably less effective than well-crafted, cleverly designed ads that take advantage of the weaknesses inherent in the human mind.
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"Subliminal advertising has been one of the most alluring features of the marketing industry since 1950s, when moviegoers were allegedly exposed to the surreptitious signals while they watched a movie. Some alarmists claim that the American public is being constantly bombarded with subliminal messages that sell products and political messages, or simply induce a state of mind. In fact, Russian scientists had become so concerned about the potential of subliminal ads to influence television viewers that they developed a device that would detect and disable subliminal messages being broadcast on national television (Voyteskhovskiy). Concern about the potential power of subliminal advertising may be unfounded, however."
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Emerging Technologies, 2006.
A review of the latest technologies and the problematic issues surrounding them.
1,361 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper takes a look at the newest technologies. The paper also discusses issues such as privacy, illegal downloads, connection speeds and theft. According to the paper, governments will be forced to develop a new wave of consumer protection laws and creative laws, protecting intellectual property as a result of all this new technology.
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"IPod docking stations are becoming increasingly more integrated into standard audio systems in automobiles and home stereos. A set of reasonably-priced TEAC systems offer, for less than $300, the chance to dock and charge the IPod while listening. Moreover, the systems come with CDRW-compatible players that can read and play MP3s burned onto disks. Home audio and video systems are becoming more integrated and compatible with portable media storage too. The ability to link digital storage with analog sound systems means also that audiophiles have their entire music collection at their fingertips and can launch files using their PC, their IPod, or their ISP's digital music service. Moreover, sound systems such as the TEAC are streamlined, urban-friendly and ideal for use in small spaces."
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Somebody Told Me, 2007.
This paper analyzes the work "Somebody Told Me: The Newspaper Stories of Rick Bragg" by Rick Bragg.
1,059 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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In this article, the writer introduces, discusses and analyzes the novel "Somebody Told Me: The Newspaper Stories of Rick Bragg" by Rick Bragg. Specifically, the paper presents a book review of Bragg's novel. The writer explains that this non-fiction work is simply a compilation of news stories originally written by the author for the New York Times and other newspapers. The writer points out that the main idea is to showcase the author's writing and his ability to bring people and their problems (and joys) to life for the reader. The writer concludes that "Somebody Told Me" by Rick Bragg is an engrossing glimpse into the fabric of American life.
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"The book is charming, disturbing, joyful, and intensely difficult to read in places, but it serves the author's purpose well. It introduces the reader to real Americans with real problems and real solutions. It shows America to be a troubled land filled with people who want to do something about that trouble and make it better. This book would be a fine addition to just about anyone's bookshelf. It is relatively easy to read, except for some of the most disturbing subject matter, such as murders, old prisoners who die in prison, the Susan Smith story, and others. There is something about the book that keeps the reader turning pages for "just one more page," long after they planned to stop reading. It is compelling, distressing, enlightening, and just plain sad in places. Perhaps the best thing about the book, and what keeps the reader coming back, is how it reads more like a novel than a group of newspaper articles. Bragg is a fine writer, and after reading this book, this reader would like to read some of his other works. He has a way with the language and puts sentences together with skill and thought."
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Propaganda, 2006.
A review of propaganda and the definitions thereof.
977 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper takes a look at propaganda. The paper supplies various definitions of propaganda and discusses how, historically, propaganda had been seen to be a negative and heavy-handed way of promoting one's ideologies due to undue influences. According to the paper, this view of propaganda no longer holds true of today.
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"By stating the "...some fear is capable of hitting the western United States... (McIntyre, 2006)" an assumption was made again without basis in fact as to who are really afraid of the missiles hitting the United States. Even pointing to the fact that, "It spun out of control seconds after it was launched and the North Koreans never had operational control of the missile" suggested that the North Koreans did not have the proper missile technology - but what were the basis for these statements? If the truth needed to be told, the U.S. government could have shown actual missile launch footages and the failure of some or all of the launched missiles. By doing it this way, statements made by government bureaucrats would coincide with the truth and not just "half-truths or un-truths!"
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Television and Children, 2007.
This paper explores the effects television has on children's behavior.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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This paper addresses the way in which television affects children's behavior and causes problematic relationships with adults, including parents and teachers. The paper presents research that demonstrates how television has a negative effect because children imitate the violent and aggressive behaviors that they view on television. The paper then also considers research that shows how certain television programming has a positive effect on children.
Outline:
Introduction
Research
Negative Effects of Television
Positive Effects of Television
Monitoring Children's Television Viewing Habits
Conclusion
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"How does television affect children? Research states that the average child watches television at least 2 hours per week and most of this viewing is of a violent or sexual nature. During the time the child watches television there is at least one violent act shown every 6 minutes and on Saturday mornings there are 20 to 25 violent acts shown every hour on prime time television, especially in cartoons or in animated programs. So no matter whether a child is watching cartoons or a movie, it is damaging their sense of imagination and creativity and it affects their behavior. (Hottecker, 2002: 67)"
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The Language of Humor, 2007.
This paper looks at the increasing use of humor in the mass media.
953 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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The paper discusses how the language of humor has invaded various mass media, such as the newspaper, television, the movies or the Internet. The paper relates that humor is used in a variety of ways and means. The paper looks at the popular use of satire as seen in the comic strip, Dilbert' by humorist/cartoonist Scott Adams.
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"One form of humor used since the dawn of humanity is "satire." Satire is defined as "a literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn; trenchant wit, irony, or sarcasm used to expose and discredit vice or folly (Merriam-Webster Dictionary)." The use of satire evolved in various media and one of which is the cartoons or comic strips in newspapers, magazines and other literary journals. A famous cartoon rendition of satire is the comic strips of Dilbert by humorist/cartoonist Scott Adams, which has been syndicated worldwide to over 65 countries."
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Pepsi Case, 2007.
This paper discusses the manner in which Pepsi dealt with the case of the syringe in the Pepsi can.
991 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 35.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that in the situation in which syringes and various other foreign objects were found in the Diet Pepsi can, the corporation was exceptionally effective in their communication with all intended publics. The writer notes that Pepsi knew they had to have support from outside sources such as the FDA and the media to support the idea that the foreign objects could only have been placed in the cans after the consumer had opened them. The writer points out that Pepsi very effectively handled the media and the consumers and was able to turn a large amount of negative publicity into a tool for saving company market share. The writer concludes that Pepsi acted efficiently and with minimal financial cost to the company and saved their market share and company reputation all due to good planning and quick thinking.
Outline:
The External Publics
The Internal Public
Public Relations Tools
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"The internal public in this case would be the staff of Pepsi and the media as well. Internal public relations focus on ways to keep a positive attitude among the staff members. In a way, the media can be considered both internal and external but in this case, Pepsi had to bring the media in to change it from being a sensational story on the news and instead reporting information that can work to the advantage of the company. Pepsi was able to do this by opening its bottling facility to the media. It was not enough that the FDA had been able to determine that the bottling line ran far to quickly for anyone to place a foreign object in the can before it was sealed. Pepsi essentially invited the media to be a part of their internal machine and used the media effectively to their advantage to get the message out that it was likely the foreign objects had been placed in the cans after the consumers had opened them. This did much to serve the internal public of the staff as well."
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Fallacies, 2007.
This paper examines three fallacies that constrain critical thinking skills.
1,168 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper explains that critical thinking skills require a careful assessment of all of the facts and avoidance of many of the constraints introduced by various fallacies. The paper discusses the three common types of fallacy: the ad hominem arguments, the false dilemma and the straw man fallacy. The paper maintains that in a day and age where a "culture of fear" is being foisted on the American public by politicians and the media alike, critical thinking skills have become more important that ever.
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Introduction
Review and Discussion
Conclusion
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"According to Walton (1989), ad hominem arguments are personal attacks on the answerer himself. Not surprisingly, for many people, "It may be difficult to know how to handle such powerful and subtle attacks, and whatever the answerer does or fails to do can be tricky and dangerous. In particular, it is hard to know what form of criticism is appropriate, or even to know how to reasonably and fairly evaluate whether or why such a question is open to justifiable criticism or not" (p. 147). This author emphasizes that in ad hominem fallacies, the attackers frequently focus on the personal situation, actions, character, or affiliations of the person whose arguments or statements are the subject of criticism, an approach that has long been regarded as a fallacy and which represents a lapse in critical thinking skills (Walton, 1989)."
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Advertising, 2006.
This paper discusses the theoretical and descriptive application of linguistics and retextualization to the field of advertising.
7,530 words (approx. 30.1 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 165.95
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This paper explains that advertising must catch the customer's eye and offer something that he or she is interested enough to read. The author points out that, although most large advertising agencies have been aware for some time of the use of color, text and design especially in print ads, smaller agencies or companies that wish to self-promote their products or services may have more difficulty with these particular issues. The paper describes three print ads, what is right and wrong with them and what should be done to correct the problems through retextualization.
Table of Contents:
Theoretical
General Introduction
Introduction to the Discourse of Advertising
Functions and Structure of Advertising Discourse
Components of the Advertising Discourse
Descriptive
Analysis of Advertisements
Retextualizations of Advertisements
Conclusion
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"Many employers will take surveys and do other things to try to find out whether customers are satisfied with their company. Advertising agencies also do this, to determine what it is that people need and whether they like a new advertising campaign. After these have been conducted, the more conscientious companies will try to incorporate suggestions from their customers into the way that they do business in order to raise the satisfaction level that these customers feel when they shop with the company, and the more conscientious advertising agencies will try to adjust their advertisements so that they meet with the approval of the company that is buying the advertising and with the customers that will be viewing them."
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Defining Public Relations, 2007.
This paper presents several definitions for public relations.
1,051 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper attempts to explain the term public relations by presenting several existing definitions. The paper also discusses the role of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), the PR professional organization. The writer concludes that PR is a form of communication that enables an organization, and its public, to adapt to each other in a better and more practical manner.
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"How can one define the term 'Public Relations'? This is difficult indeed, if only because of the fact that there are very many definitions of the term, and although the essence may be the same in all the definitions, the term is widely used and is also widely applicable to the management and the employees of an organization. As a matter of fact by examining the history of the two words crisis and consensus one can learn much. The word 'crisis' in Greek and Latin meant 'discrimination' and 'decision', and in old English, it meant a sudden change in a disease, while 'consensus' referred to the opposite of disease, perhaps, health. These are the two words that, in fact, are reminders of the very basis of all communication, which must either lead to a crisis, or to a consensus. (Roach, 2006) "
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Newspaper Comparison, 2007.
This paper analyzes the advertising content within three daily newspapers published in Las Vegas, Nevada.
813 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 28.95
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The paper examines the Las Vegas Review Journal (English language only); El Tiempo (Spanish language only) and La Voce (bilingual Italian and English). The paper highlights the diffferences in the advertising of all three newspapers. The paper discusses how these findings reflect the target population of these newspapers.
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"In the Classified Section of the Las Vegas Review Journal on Sunday, June 25, 2006, I perused a 42 page group of ads, covering four separate sections of the newspaper (Sections "F"; "G"; "H"; and "HH") and 33 separate advertising categories, including, for example, "Accounting/Financial"; "Healthcare"; "Hospitality"; and "Work from Home", to name just a few. The section also included "Help Wanted" ads; "Personal" ads; and myriad automobile ads, both car dealership and private party. One interesting advertising category unique to Las Vegas (and other gambling areas" was "Casinos"."
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Philosophical Discontinuity, 2007.
This paper discusses philosophical discontinuity; disagreements in decision-making.
1,244 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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The paper explains how in business and other endeavors, communication and decision-making are invariable factors that contribute to the success - or failure - of any undertaking. The paper examines Mark H. Fowler's term of philosophical discontinuity in a case where one manager left a company due to disagreements in decision-making. The paper shows how despite the misgivings of the one manager, the decision was seen as the best one for the company. The paper looks at Allan Chapman's "decision-making maxims" and at Carter McNamara's "downward and upward communications." The paper concludes that the key to avoidance of disagreement is communication.
From the Paper
"Simplistically, it may be termed as "difference of opinion" or "varying viewpoints." But as Fowler (2002) presented in the case of the "Owner vs. Manager" wherein the owners "wanted to focus on the existing customer base and develop new products for existing customers" while the managers "wanted to reach new markets and expand firm capabilities", despite growth in sales after "discussing the different plans and agreeing to" the direction of the owners, one manager still left. This is also a case in point of not being able to satisfy everyone's wish and if a person strongly disagrees with management decision, quitting is always a prerogative."
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Television Violence and Children, 2007.
This paper explores the effects of media violence on children.
1,375 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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The paper discusses how violence has always been an integral part of the television cartoon format. The paper explores research on the effects of violence on children and shows how younger children tend to be more deeply affected by televised violence than older children. The paper maintains that the correlation between television violence and the development of aggressive patterns of behavior obligates parents to become involved in the monitoring of violent scenes for their young children.
Outline:
Introduction
The Increasing Amount of Violence in the Media
Research on the Effects of Violence of Children
The Role of Parents
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"Violence has always been an integral part of the television cartoon format and there is an increasing acceptance of media violence in our society. It is as if we have become inured or immune to scenes of violence. This also applies to accepted violence in cartoons aimed at very young children. As one critic states: " Every Disney cartoon I watch is violent. They all have very dark scary moments." ( Dickinsin A. 2000, p.90) Numerous studies also emphasize the connection between media violence and aggressive behavior in children. Experts state that there is no doubt about the relationship between television violence and the development of aggressive tendencies in children."
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Business and the Human Mind, 2006.
A review of how business exploits the psychological human mind.
1,829 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper discusses and shows how businesses use the innate and psychological human thought process to exploit, as well as help, their customers. According to the paper, identity and the question of who and what we are, is largely determined by two main factors. These two factor are our genetic and innate psychological makeup and the influence of our environment, society, family and peers.
Outline:
Introduction
Consumerism
Business and Marketing
Negative and Positive Influences
Conclusion
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"Advertising and business today is often critically associated with having a negative impact on society. It should also be remembered however that businesses also sell products based on positive as well as negative selling points. For example the Audi car is promoted and sold to the public on the basis of its design quality and good customer communication. Not only does this make us more are of the positive aspects of good design but Audi has also based their marketing on establishing communications and trust with their client base using the idea of quality and innovation. The company developed a 'communications platform' which was centered on the theme of expert and sophisticated design. (Audi.) This therefore promotes the value and importance of good communication and cordial business ethics."
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Globalization and Communication, 2007.
This paper explores the extent that globalization contributes to the shaping of communication systems in different areas of the world.
2,275 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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The paper discusses the many contending theories in the debate surrounding globalization. The study focuses on the relationship between communications, cultural accessibility and globalization. Throughout the paper, attention is drawn to the fact that the various elements of globalization, such as culture, politics and economics are inextricably intertwined and that any analysis of one aspect must include references to the others. The paper concludes that despite the positive aspects that globalization brings, there is a growing sense of discontent with globalization from many quarters.
Outline:
Introduction
Theoretical Perspectives
The Realities of Globalization and Communication
Conclusion
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"The concept and meaning of globalization is in itself a source of contention in term of its definition. "What does "globalization" mean? As a term and concept, "globalization" lacks concise, universal interpretation because it is too complex a concept for clean-cut assessment. " (Muraoka K.T.) Part of the reason for this situation is that the term has been used to express different meanings in different contexts. The term 'globalization 'is used in a monetary context to refer to, "...the efforts of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank and others to create a global free market for goods and services.""
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George Orwell's '1984', 2007.
This paper looks at George Orwell's book '1984' and discusses it relevance in today's world.
2,337 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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The writer of this article states that post-9/11 America is an uncomfortably appropriate time to be taking a look at literature like George Orwell's '1984'. Given the current political climate of the United States, the writer notes that Orwell's dark, repressive world hits close to home. Not only does the power of language exist within the pages of Orwell's fictitious dystopia, but the writer points out that there is increasing evidence that the American government is attempting to control and manipulate the masses by hijacking the common language. The writer concludes that with the current war in the Middle East and the actions of the American government smacking uncomfortably like the policies and actions of those in Oceana, now is the time to revisit 1984 and take a good, hard look at what is going on.
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"However, it is the people that offer the control by using the language that is given to them in the first place. Though this is a sound theory, and can, unfortunately, be seen in practice all over the world, the weakness in language that allows this to occur, is ironically the same as the strength that will keep it from taking over completely and pushing society over the edge into the kind of system that is presented in 1984."
"When the year 1984 came and went without the gloomy socialist world of the novel 1984 coming to fruition, the Western world probably sighed a bit of relief. However, as Orwell points out in his appendix entry on Newspeak, the full implementation of Newspeak isn't actually scheduled to occur until around the year 2050. This gives the Western world another 66 years to worry about the predictive nature of Orwell's work. Though in the fictitious 1984, Newspeak was in wide usage already, it has taken until the 21st century to really begin to see this concept implemented in the real world."
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