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Introduction Eve’s Bayou is a drama film that was produced in 1997. Its director was Kasi Lemmons. Samuel Jackson acted as both the producer of the film and a star along with other famous actors (Corliss, p. 4). This paper will analyze and critically review the film by looking at various aspects such as character dynamics, the use of irony and symbolism, themes in the film and various other details. Character study The film is told from the point of view of the woman and the majority of the characters are Batiste women. Lynn Whitfield appears to be an elegant woman who had endured suffering for long and finally falls in love with an innovative man. Cisely’s character flaw may be seen in her nature of being confused. Her feelings are confused by the feelings she has towards the parents. She comforts her father but despises her mother. As she does this, she has no idea what might become of her behavior. Eve, on the other hand, is mischievous. She provokes the sister and younger brother. She also talks back at the parents. Eve has been given different nicknames to show her different characters. She displays instances of jealousy when she sees Cisely dancing gracefully with her father. The attention that her father gave Cisely bothered her. Louis is seen to be a promiscuous husband who is cheating on his wife. His character is driven by his promiscuous behavior. Analysis of the film From the plot of the film, the climax is reached when Eve finally uncovers some of the hidden truths within her family. She then tries to put them together to find the complete truth. One of the themes in the film is sexual taboo. This is evident where Cisely is found kissing and relating to her father in a sexual way instead of acting as father and daughter. Another theme is the keeping of secrets. The family had kept many secrets that were finally uncovered by Eve. Another theme that comes up in the film is that of the keeping appearances. Louis is seen as a good and faithful husband but looks are deceiving. This is because he was the exact opposite of what people thought of him. Eve always believed that she killed her father while she was a small kid. However, the hidden truth is revealed with time (Holden, p. 3). Quotes from the film Towards the beginning of the film Eve is quoted saying that memory was a selection of images. Some of the images were elusive while others were printed indelibly on her brain. The memory of her father’s death appeared to come back to her pointing her as the killer. This selection of memories is what shapes the story. At some point in the film, Eve is quoted
Introduction A filibuster refers to any tactic that is obstructive or dilatory and useful in the prevention of certain pieces of legislation from being tabled for voting. The senate may attempt to prevent or delay a vote by using these obstructive tactics such as extending the debate on the issue at hand. Since its inception, filibustering has encountered many challenges and critics including a call to abolish it. On the other hand, the proponents of filibustering have also been up in arms to try and preach its advantages, or worse still call for reforms to the principles of filibustering, in order to accommodate the views and interests of all citizens. This report seeks to explain the history of filibustering, the pros and cons, as well as various initiates for reforms. Definition and history Filibuster is defined as a way of obstruction in a body or institution responsible for critical decision making such as the legislature. Another term of a filibuster is talking out a bill. The filibuster users transferred this term to these adventurers because of their tactics and plans to hijack or pirate ongoing debates. The use of filibuster became common by a Republican congress in the Clinton administration, which was keen on blocking several initiatives of the President. In current times, its application also targets executive or government appointments, which must go through Senate scrutiny and confirmation. The pros of filibusters Filibustering has received support from all corners of the government and the general public. The proponents of filibusters believe in its usefulness especially in the legislative arm of the government. Proponents of the filibusters claim that it helps in protecting the will and interests of the majority. It makes the element of democracy look similar to the rule of the simple majority, thus filibuster use implies undemocratic governance that cannot be opposed. Democracy should be established in such a complex way to include the voice of minorities, and recognize the representation of the political minority such as their public officials. The representatives of the minority groups need to be able to express the majority views in order to make filibuster to have a legitimate role in democracy. Proponents of filibusters claim that it is vulnerable portion of the traditions of the Senate. This is because the Senate is a deliberate, unique body that also severs to protect the rights of the minorities (Tocqueville, Mansfield & Winthrop, 2000). Most people consider a filibuster as a fence or barrier that acts against the executive branch of the government, which should only be considered as the last available option for essential checks a
All forms of play are important to children, since they help them to become more healthy and active in life. For that reason, both parents and educators should always view play as an essential requirement for early life development of every child. Play is all about having fun by doing what we enjoy most. Therefore, children would be trying to follow their spirit in life through play. This makes them feel comfortable and relaxed, especially after they have participated in something which they really enjoy. Play is a worthwhile central factor in children’s health and development. Play has also proved to be a much reliable aspect that can be used in boosting social skills in young children, who are undergoing rapid development of the mind. Unlike what many people would tend to think, play does not only improve a child’s life socially, but also psychologically. There are various studies that have emphasized the significance of play as an integral part of early understanding and learning in children. Children are able to interact and understand each other well through effective playing processes. (Feeney et al., 2010). More importantly, children can learn a lot through such experiences and that is enough evidence that there is real-life learning in play. Fun activities do play a significant role in the learning abilities of young children, and this intuition can be justified in a number of ways. For instance, various studies have shown that children are most likely to concentrate deeply in academic matters after they have spend sometime in play, especially in grounds where there are rarely supervised by the adults. This perception can be proved through the example of Japanese and Chinese students who are given short hourly breaks between their lessons. No wonder, the two groups are among the best achievers in life today in both innovative and inventive matters. Another important benefit of play is that it helps in the development of creative problem solving and language skills in children. In most cases, the freedom given to children in social activities such as play is likely to promote their ability to reason, thus enabling them to solve divergent problems with much ease (Ginsburg, 2007). As it would be observed, there has been a direct link between play and the development of language skills in children. This intuition has been adopted from study whereby some forms of play are observed to lead to improved approaches in cognitive-linguistic approaches. Anything that surrounds a child’s life is likely to spur their imagination in a great way. Children would tend to view the things around their world as objects of play, and would use them as important symbols of life aspects. Children would eventually come to learn many things these symbols, including the fact that objects can be used to represent other things in life. Using this newly-acquired knowledge and ability, children can transform various objects into shapes or forms that represent real li
American society has often been regarded as an example of democratic values. Americans are proud of the societal system where the rights of people are respected and secured by the government. However, American history includes a variety of controversial periods. The first part of the nineteenth century is an illustration of one of the most controversial periods in the history of the USA. On the one hand, people’s rights were secured by the government and constitution of the country. On the other hand, slavery (which can hardly exist in a democratic society) was a legalized part of the state’s economy. Of course, many people understood that slavery could not exist any longer. Many strived for abolition of slavery. Some even called for civil disobedience or even revolution to change the situation. Henry David Thoreau was one of such people and he revealed his viewpoints in his famous essay “On the Duty of Civil Disobedience”. [1] However, Thoreau’s opinion concerning justification of violence and certain forms of civil disobedience is unacceptable as civil disobedience can result in many deaths and devastation. Notably, Thoreau reveals many wrongs of the American society in his essay and he claims that the major vice of the society was slavery which could not exist in the industrialized and democratic society. [2] Thoreau stressed that it was a complete guilt of the US government which was totally responsible for injustice in the society, “I cannot for an instant recognize that political organization as my government which is the slave’s government also”. [3] The author accused politicians of abusing power and si
The notion of quality nursing care encompasses a variety of behavioral and social concepts that are to be regarded when planning any intervention. Such a responsibility, in its turn, requires sensitivity for various social layers, including generally accepted “vulnerable” groups. Vulnerable populations may be defined as social groups that have lower expectancy rates and poorer access to health care caused by disparities in their physical or socio-economic opportunities. In the US, vulnerable populations generally encompass homeless people, people with disabilities, the elderly, ethnic minorities, people living with HIV/AIDS, the uninsured, and low-income populations (Joszt, 2018). For some regions in the US, especially when it comes to metropolitan areas, homelessness remains a significant social issue. According to the statistics, seventeen people out of ten thousand Americans experienced homelessness on a given night in 2019 (“State of homelessness,” 2020). For this reason, it is important for nurses to realize the scope of the issue in order to create a framework for addressing this population’s health. People struggling with homelessness are at higher risk of obtaining various chronic health conditions because they do not have the ability to be socially secure from the health risks related to poor nutrition and the absence of housing (Stevenson & Purpuro, 2018). As a result, such a lack of protection makes these people labeled as vulnerable. Moreover, homeless people are generally rejected in society, which makes people with no housing feel rather insecure about health professionals’ intention to help, as they believe that they are not welcomed in society and, therefore, do not deserve help. According to the statistics, the vast majority of homeless people in the US are white men who experience various reasons for having no permanent housing, including substance addiction, severe financial problems, and suffer from financial fraud (“State of homelessness,” 2020). Stevenson & Purpuro (2018) that one of the ways to improve the current situation is to provide nursing students with enough knowledge on the specifics of the homeless population’s health. In such a way, they will be more prepared to come up with quality personalized approaches to health care for this vulnerable population’s representatives.
Introduction Sackett et al (1996) defined Evidenced-based practice (EBP) based on medicine as, “the conscientious, explicit, and judicious use of current best evidence based in making decisions about the care of individual patience, furthermore EBP involves integrating individual clinical expertise with the best available external clinical evidence from systematic research” (cited in Social Work Resources, 2010). Individual clinical expertise constitutes those adeptness and judgmental aspects a professional clinician builds over time as a result of field experience and practice. While on the other hand, external clinical evidence constitutes precise research built from the sciences of medicine but reflecting patient-focus clinical research that largely involves, “correct and meticulous diagnostic tests, the power of prognostic markers and the efficacy and safety of therapeutic rehabilitative and preventive regimens” (Social Work Resources, 2010, p.1; Curtin, 2008). Autism is a disorder that affects a child’s social and communication skills. In many instances, these children have a problem in interpreting the usual messages and signals, experience difficulty in social relationships, have problems in development of play and imagination, always appear resistance to change in routine, and lastly, these children normally demonstrate to possess unique skills and talents in art, music and even science (Autism Reality, 2007). Demonstrating numerous social problems and with no particular specific medicine available to t
The American society is still plagued by the stigma of slavery. Many people argue that the New World cannot be imagined without slaves who are the basis of our wellbeing. Many stress that any struggle should be abandoned as the efforts of so many people and organizations has led to almost nothing. Nevertheless, we believe that our struggle and our efforts will soon help us build a true land of free people. It has been 10 years since we founded this organization that has already made a great difference! Now it is important to stop and think about our path and our achievements. The American Anti-Slavery Society was founded a decade ago, in 1833. The goal of the society has not changed since then, and we strive for the complete abolition of slavery in this country of blessed ( Manifesto , 1833). As noted in our Declaration of Sentiments, we want to build a Temple of Freedom where people are equal just like they were created by our Mighty God (American Anti-Slavery Society, 1833). Unfortunately, the construction of the long-awaited Temple is still yet to end, but we can say that we have done a lot to make the day of true equality closer. The members of our society have spread the word of truth and justice. Inspiring speeches of such renowned figures as Frederick Douglas have made many Americans see the ugly face of slavery. The potent voice of the former slave who managed to tell his story to thousands is heard throughout the United States and even beyond. The call for action pronounced by James G. Birney has been resonating throughout this decade. The great activist and a renowned thinker in his address that is almost ten years old revealed the nature of the difference between abolitionists and those who stick to old ways. Birney stressed that those people were simply ignorant of their weaknesses and sinfulness, but discussions may bring those people to the rights side, bring them back to our Lord (Birney, 1836). Such stories and such figures bring Americans back to the word of our God who created us as equals. We arranged thousands of meetings and discussions to bring the problem to the fore. Many of these meetings ended up in a horrible mess as the Americans whose minds are not enlightened tried to make us silent. They tried to make us hold our tongues and be as passive as our ancestors. However, we will not tolerate the world order built on oppression in the country of the free. To make our word h
There is no use denying the fact that philosophy is an integral part of our society, Thought all the history of humanity people have been trying to cognize a great number of various objects and phenomena and philosophy was chosen as the main instrument of cognition. Scientists and thinkers created treatises in which they explained their points of view and tried to convince readers of the correctness of the given version. Very often various artistic devices and unexpected proposals and endings helped to create the needed effect and convince a reader. Being one of the most famous scientists and philosophers of his age, Descartes also created several works in which he tried to explain his own thoughts with the help of various tools. Descartes is known for his great contribution to the development of various sciences, such as mathematics and geometry. However, he also introduced a certain religious discourse trying to proof the existence of God in his own especial way (Newman, 2014). The fact is that having an outstanding intellect, he managed to suggest a great number of various concepts and ideas that his contemporaries were not able to refute. That is why, a great number of his works are devoted to cogitations about the nature of cognition, though and the existence of God. The following reading selection is not an exception as it introduces the philosophers thoughts about the nature of various phenomena in the universe. The given reading selection starts with the Descartes meditations about the universe and truth. Resting on the first lines of the given reading, one could suggest that these cogitations will lead a reader to a certain thought connected with the nature of cognition. Thus, continuing reading, it is possible to assure that the author goes deep into his own mental process, formulating the famous dogma “I am thinking therefore I exist” (Descartes, 1637, p. 15). That is why, a reader realizes the fact that the given work revolves around various aspects and concepts of cognition, its nature and the impact it has on a person. However, in the middle of the reading selection the author switches to the new line of talk, saying that a person is not able to think about the nature of the universe or perfectness without the help of some higher and perfect creature. In terms of the given paper this shift seems rather unexpected as a reader awaits the continuation of the cogitation about the nature of things and cognition. However, the authors idea that thoughts of this kind appear in a persons head under the influence of God shifts the priorities and a reader starts to follow Descartes in his attempts to prove the existence of good with the help of tools and thoughts available to him. It is possible to say that the author manages to surprise a reader with the help of this shift and arouse interest for his further words. A reader is not able to stop reading, wanting to understand the main idea and reach the end of the given reading. Besides, it should also be said that if a person knows the main Descartes ideas and theories, he/she could expect the above-mentioned shift from the nature of cognition towards the existence of God. However
Correspondence is one of the main ways of business communication. In addition to such types of business messages as invitations, information requests, and letters of recommendation, to name but a few, managers must also share negative information in the form of requests, refuse requests, claim letters, letters of dismissal, and others. It should be kept in mind, that such messages require special care to avoid damaging the quality of the relationship (“Writing Negative Messages” par. 1); the ability to correctly convey negative information to the recipient is the key to a successful company. Let us review the effectiveness (or ineffectiveness) of the negative news communication as exemplified by a letter of M. Juhasz to the Traveling Executives. It starts with a polite address “Dear Traveling Executives”, and then proceeds to convey the negative information: “We need you to start using some of the budget suggestions we are going to issue as a separate memorandum” (Juhasz). It is a shining example of an ineffective negative message, as there is no opening in the form of a buffer beginning; that is, the writer does not attempt “an indirect approach” and “gives away” the bad news (Thill and Bovée 309). “These include using videoconference equipment and web conferencing instead of traveling to meetings, staying in cheaper hotels, arranging flights for cheaper times, and flying from less-convenient but also less-expensive suburban airports.” In this case, the repetition of the word “cheaper” is tantamount to “rubbing somebody’s nose in the dirt”. It leaves no room for diplomatic ambiguity and appears as an accusation of spendthrifts. “The company needs to cut travel expenses by fifty percent, just as we’ve cut costs in all departments of Black & Decker. It means you’ll no longer be able to stay in fancy hotels and make last-minute, costly changes to your travel plans.” The latter sentence is a generalization, as it implies that all of the employees have been making last-minute changes to their plans. “You’ll also be expected to avoid hotel surcharges for phone calls and internet access. If the hotel you want to stay in doesn’t offer free wireless, go somewhere else.” The last phrase is an imperative, which should be omitted in business and formal writing. “And never, NEVER return a rental car with an empty tank!” Another imperative. The sentence is further enhanced with an exclamation mark, which should not be used in formal messages. Neither is it allowed to use capitalization. According to Alice Robb, “writers have used capital letters to convey anger in print” (Robb par. 5). Furthermore, the word “never” is too strong. “That causes the rental agency to charge us a premium price for the gas they sell when they fill it up upon your return.” The pronouns “us” and “you” contrapose the employees within a company. By dividing the personnel into groups, M. Juhasz places him/herself above the traveling executives. “You’ll be expected to mak