Academic papers on Argumentative / Pro-Con Essays

An Argument for the Legalization of Marijuana for Medicinal Utilization
A 5 page paper analyzing the potential benefits of the legalization of marijuana for medical utilization. This paper points out the varied uses to which marijuana has been put. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Against Corporal Punishment in Schools
This 4 page paper argues against the practice and gives reasons why it is ineffective and should be abandoned. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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An Argument Supporting U.S. Involvement in Iraq
A 5 page contention that we are justified in our role in Iraq. That justification, however, does not excuse from expanding our involvement outside the military realm and placing more emphasis on diplomacy, economic policy, foreign aid, public...
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Sex Changes and Insurance Companies
This 6 page paper discusses the way the workplace handles (or should handle) those who have this procedure and why insurance companies should pay for it. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Role of the Federal Government in Providing Funding in Case of Disaster
This 25 page paper argues that FEMA should not supply disaster relief funding to help in the rebuilding of New Orleans and that supplying such funding is unconstitutional and beyond the guidelines of the agency. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Darwin and Huxley: Evolution or Engineering?
This 6 page paper considers the books "Origin of Species" and "Brave New World" and which one most closely approximates today's society. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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It Can Happen Here
This 3 page paper argues that yes, it is easily possible that America an become a dictatorship. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Legalizing Gambling
A 4 page paper which examines legalized gambling and argues that gambling should be legal because it is something that involves the pursuit of happiness. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Pseudoscience and the Paranormal
A 3 page discussion of the flawed approaches that are made by creationists and evolutionists alike. This paper revolves around the contrasting opinions presented in the online article "The Prophets Condemn the Common (False) Idea of Evolution" and...
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Democratic Theory and the U.S. Presdient
This 4 page paper defines Democratic Theory and asks how well its elements are reflected in the governance (responsibilities/powers/behavior) of the President. Bibliography lists 4 source.
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Vietnam Observers
This 5 page paper argues that no one who went to Vietnam in any capacity remained unchanged by the experience. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Armenian Genocide
This 5 page paper argues that the Armenian Genocide (1915-1917) may have served as a model for the Nazi extermination of the Jews three decades later. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Opposing Viewpoints on Eating Disorders
A 5 page overview of the varying opinions that exist regarding the normality of unusual eating behaviors such as bulimia and anorexia. The author asserts that those that argue that these types of behaviors are normal base their arguments in emotion...
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Stem Cell Research
A 5 page assertion of the value of stem cell research. Despite the controversy surrounding it, stem cell research has the potential to greatly benefit mankind and the world as a whole. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Why the Death Penalty is Good for Society
This 6 page paper argues in favor of capital punishment. Concepts such as retribution, deterrence and social control are discussed. Both sides are presented but the paper strongly favors the death penalty. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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