Is it really worthwhile for the government to implement this new Statement?
1 paragraph and,2 sources Discuss with your new accountant your opinion on the merits of GASB Statement No. 56.Is it really worthwhile for the government to implement this new Statement?Why/why not? In your own words, please post a response to the Discussion Board and comment on other postings.
What elements of persuasion would you use in a persuasive speech? Why do you think they would work?
Burton Hillis said, Theres a mighty big difference between good, sound reasons, and reasons that sound good. Think about this quote in terms of persuasive appeals that have been used on you lately.What elements of persuasion would you use in a persuasive speech? Why do you think they would work?
Discuss the unique characteristics and risk of the Transportation Systems and Emergency Services sectors.
400+ WordsI attached the references to help.Discussion Questions: Discuss the unique characteristics and risk of the Transportation Systems and Emergency Services sectors. How are the public and private sectors being coordinated to assist in securing these sectors?
Name and identify on maps the location of current hotspots of terrorist activity.
Case Study Research PaperCore Learning Outcomes (CLO) for GGH310:Name and identify on maps the location of current hotspots of terrorist activity.Identify and describe the basic characteristics of regions with common occurrences of terrorism or terrorist activity.Analyze the root causes of terrorism using a geographic perspective.Evaluate terrorism and its impact on the global community.Core Assessment Description & Instructions: Case Study Research Paper: The Core Assessment for this course will challenge you to become an expert on the causes, nature, and potential future of terrorist activity within a specific country. You must write an 8-10 page research paper (2000 to 2500 word minimum, before alphabetized works cited), using a minimum of 8 sources with in-text and end citations, in which you conduct a geographic analysis of recent terrorist activity within a selected country. Since this is a paper of length, add in an abstract for this assignment. Therefore, adding in an abstract, the paper is about 3 times that of the previous writing assignments in regards to word count. The paper should be double-spaced, 12-point font (usually Times New Roman), 1-inch margins, and using APA format. Include the page numbers and header in the format. Your analysis must cover each of the three principle scales of geographic study: local, national/regional, and international/global. The paper must include the following sections:Cover PageAbstractIntroduction:Must include a clear thesis statement about terrorism/terrorist activity in Syria that you intend to prove through the evidence provided. Bring in some background to the topic including geography, history, current political/social climate. Include a map (with citation) of your chosen country. (Content of Communication)Local Scale Investigation:Summarize at least 4 of the most recent terrorist activities in Syria by briefly describing the locations where the activities have taken place, the type/nature of each of the activities, and briefly discussing the reasons why these locations were targeted/used. You should include a map (with citation) in your report that, at minimum, identifies the location of each site discussed. [CLO#1; Application]National Scale Analysis:Describe and analyze at least 4 of the elements of Syrias Contemporary Operational Environment (i.e., the physical and/or human characteristics of the region which contribute to the occurrence of terrorist activity). In so doing, you should discuss the extent to which these elements illustrate the typical conditions found in areas where terrorist activity is most common. [CLO#2; Analysis]International Scale Evaluation:Evaluate the impact terrorism has had in Syria you are studying both regionally (i.e., in any neighboring countries) as well as globally (i.e., in countries outside the immediate region). You should discuss whether you think the terrorist actions taken were the most effective means for the group/organization to achieve its stated objectives. [CLO#4; Evaluation]Case Study Lessons/Conclusion:Summarize what you believe this case study demonstrates about the root causes of terrorism and propose an action plan that you think could be implemented in order to help diminish the threat of future terrorist activity within this country. [CLO#3; Synthesis]Works Cited:List, alphabetically, any sources you cited within the paper (Note: You must have at least 8 different sources) using APA documentation style. Be advised that this means you must also have used parenthetical citations within the paper itself. [Technical Skill in Communication]
If you were a legislator, how would you have voted on this bill?
Every August, Texas has a tax free weekend. School supplies and school clothes can be purchased for a few days without the addition of Texas 6 1/4 % sales tax which, around Houston, is really 8 1/4% because of the additional penny for the City of Houston and the additional penny for METRO.What about college textbooks? Have you priced them lately? Ours isnt too bad (free, right?), but some of my students pay nearly $300 for some science and engineering books.Representative Terry Canales (D-Edinburg) wants to cut college students in on the action before each regular semester.Go to the Texas Legislatures website, https://capitol.texas.gov/Home.aspx (Links to an external site.) and look up House Bill 21. Hint: Make sure you use the little pull-down menu to select the current legislative session (86R-2019 thats the 86th Regular session of the Texas Legislature) and type HB21 in the search window.What do you think? Write a 2 5 page essay explaining this bill and the problem its trying to solve. Explain the advantages and disadvantages with this approach. What happened to the bill? If you were a legislator, how would you have voted on this bill?Submit in Word. Cite your sources.ResourcesFor anything to do with the Texas Legislature, start with the Texas Legislatures website: http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/Heres Rep. Canales website: http://www.terrycanales.com/CBS News writes that textbook costs are rising faster then inflation: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/whats-behind-the-soaring-cost-of-college-textbooks/It probably doesnt help that 80% of the textbook industry is controlled by five companies: https://www.businessinsider.com/why-college-textbooks-expensive-textbook-publishing-2018-12 Heres something from the Daily Texan the student newspaper at UT Austin: https://thedailytexan.com/2019/02/05/college-students-spend-about-500-a-year-on-textbooks-one-texas-lawmaker-wants-to-throw
What is the danger and remedy of an unconstitutional concentration of power in the federal government?
1) The texts due today are Federalist essays # 52-53, 57, 62-63.Reflecting on the structural differences between the House of Representatives and the Senate (see Art. I of the Constitution), and the Federalist essays on each chamber, explain why they differed. Please avoid listing the differences between the institutions. Instead, I want you to consider what the intentions of the framers of the Constitution were, with respect to the House of Representatives and the Senate. What unique purpose was each institution intended to serve that differed from the unique purpose of the other?Length: 350 words 2) The text due today are Federalist essays # 67-69.Use only your readings for today to support or reject this statement: The system of selecting a president is designed to result in the elevation of a kingly character to the presidency, but the powers of the presidency are less expansive than a kings.Length: 350 words 3) The text due today are essays #45-50 in the FederalistWhat is the danger and remedy of an unconstitutional concentration of power in the federal government?Length: 350 words 4) The texts due today are Federalist essays # 78-80What is the primary worry or threat to the judiciary that the author of these essays (Hamilton) in the Federalist addresses? Length: 350 words***Most used the Federalist Essays to answers this questions
Explain in detail the facts of the case, why you selected it and the outcome of the case.
Pick two of the types of criminal acts discussed in the chapter, and conduct an internet search for cases in which a security professional was charged with those particular offenses. Explain in detail the facts of the case, why you selected it and the outcome of the case. Minimum word count is 800. At least 3 sources. APA format.
why do you think the Cuban government continues to collect information on U.S. exile groups, intentions, and capabilities?
Although the Cold War ended in 1991, the espionage cases of Ana Montes, Walter Myers, and the Cuban Five are proof that Cuban intelligence continues to collect against the United States. After completing this weeks readings, why do you think the Cuban government continues to collect information on U.S. exile groups, intentions, and capabilities? Given the state of global affairs are the Cubans paranoid or simply hedging their bets in case the US decides to launch a regime change against the Communist nation? Note: try to look at this issue through the eyes of the Cuban government.250 words
Should the First Amendment protect corporate political expression? Why or why not?
Read the assigned text chapter, as well as the following articles: How Citizens United Changed Politics, in 7 Charts and Corporate Politics, Governance, and Value Before and After Citizens United. Pay particular attention to pp. 304315 of the text.Then address the following questions within your discussion workspace. Post your personal ideas first and then as a group arrive at a consolidated opinion.Should the First Amendment protect corporate political expression? Why or why not?If not, where should you draw the line for corporations between freedom and restrictions?If you were in charge of government relations at a business, what strategies would you now employ, in light of the Citizens United decision, to advance your position?
Briefly name three (3) components required to successfully conceive a complex set of inter-operable processes and implementable procedures and structural elements.
Text book Reference: Information Governance: Concepts, Strategies, and Best Practices Robert F. Smallwood. chapter 6 and chapter 7Q1 )In order to interpret the Information Governance Reference Model (IGRM) diagram. It is recommended that we start from the outside of the diagram. Briefly name three (3) components required to successfully conceive a complex set of inter-operable processes and implementable procedures and structural elements.Q2 )In chapter seven (7), we have learned from The Path to Information Value that Seventy percent of managers and executives say data are extremely important for creating competitive advantage.In addition, it is implied by the authors that, The key, of course, is knowing which data matter, who within a company needs them, and finding ways to get that data into users hands.Looking at the Economist Intelligence Unit report, identify the three (3) phases that led to the yards rebirth.