Question 1

Select a hazard that interests you. Do reading and research to learn more about it (how, where, and when can occur and most often occurs, its consequences, and human and structural vulnerability to it). Prepare and post a description in your own words of the hazard and the risk generally associated with it (at least 200 words).

Question 2

List five hazards (at least one of which must be human-caused – can be accidental or intentional) that could affect the county in which you live based on a credible published source (such as a local or state hazard analysis, emergency operations plan, etc). Use APA Style for in-text reference citations and reference list. Remember: we are talking about hazards (e.g., tornadoes generally) — not a specific occurrence of a hazard (e.g., 1996 Lexington County tornado). 

Select one of the hazards you listed and explain the risk it poses to your community by addressing the following points:

·   Describe the characteristics of the hazard and how it would affect the community.

·   How often might such an event occur?

·   What would be the location of the hazard and the area that it would affect?

·   How long would the hazardous event last? It there a seasonal or other pattern?

·   How much advance notice of the event is likely? Can warnings be issued before the event?

·   Is the hazard likely to affect many or a few people? Are there specific vulnerable populations of concern? Are injuries or deaths likely to result from the event?

·   What kinds of property damage might occur?

·   What would be the likely impacts on the local economy?

·   Name one step or measure the community could take to reduce damage or human health impacts from the hazard.

Question 3

After completing this week's readings, prepare an explanation of several paragraphs, in your own words, on the purpose of pre-disaster and post-disaster mitigation and describe examples (real-world or hypothetical) of each. Describe the relevance of the Robert T. Stafford Act and the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA2K) to local hazard mitigation. 

Final Paper 5 pages

There are two contrasting theories of children’s rights: The Protectionist (adult centered) and the personhood theories. Given our analysis of the legal system you are expected answer the following: 

1. Discuss the different theories as to the treatment of children and discuss which perspective (protective vs. full-rights) dominates  our legal system? Which do you think is preferable and why? Make sure to cite specific laws or cases that support your answer (22.5 points) 2-3 page

5. Provide analysis of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. What is it and which view does it reflect?  Make sure to discuss specific elements of the CRC and how it reflects a particular view (cite specifically from the CRC and outside professional journal articles) 2-3 pages (10 points)

6. Why do you think the US has not adopted the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child? Do you believe it is moving in the direction of adopting it?In what ways has our laws changed that reflect values behind the CRC (choose one topic where you feel we have made progrees)? 1 pages (15 points)

1) Critique Justice Scalia’s dissent in Lawrence, with particular emphasis on Scalia’s claim that Lawrence essentially spells the end of all law based on morality (Content 3),

2) Given the shift in social influences that are used to determine the validity of laws, how do you see this shift impacting society (Content 4) DO NOT ADDRESS THIS PROMPT,

POL 110 WEEK 10 DISCUSSION

POL 110 WEEK 10 DISCUSSION

OPTION 1

"Social Security and Medicare" Please respond to the following:

• Based on the scenario and the knowledge gained from this section, address the following: 

o Identify at least two changes that may occur for Social Security and Medicare benefits in the next 20 years. Then, describe key policies that the U.S. government could implement in order to ensure positive changes for Social Security and Medicare benefits based on your prediction.

OPTION 2

"The Consistency of Military Policy" Please respond to the following:

• Based on the scenario and the knowledge gained from this section, address the following: 

o Discuss the evolution of presidential power in military affairs and explain the fundamental elements that dictate the use of American armed forces abroad. Indicate how these elements are affected by public opinion.

NOTE: MORE THAN ONE VERSION POSTED AS A BONUS CHOOSE ANY

  WRITE a 500-600-word response on the purpose of a Bill of Lading and its legal significance for the title of goods being shipped. VIEW the case Banque de Depots v. Ferroligas. Citing at least two scholarly journals 

How bills become laws and Legislator paper:
The Paper: 2-3 pages Due 
1. Describe the process of how laws are made (the legislative process, how a bill becomes a law) (4 points)
2. Identify your MI State legislators, not your federal legislators, from the state house of representatives and the State Senate based on your home address. (2 points)
3. What legislative district do you live in (2 points)
5. Most legislators have a web site that tells you about their history and background and what issues they support. Go to this website and read about your legislator. What committees are they on and/or what recent legislation have they sponsored. Put a paragraph in your paper about your legislator and their accomplishments. (2 points)
The following web sites will be helpful in completing this assignment.
• Official State of Michigan Web Site http://www.michigan.gov/
• Michigan House of Representatives http://www.house.state.mi.us/
• Michigan Senate http://www.senate.state.mi.us/
• Michigan Legislature http://www.michiganlegislature.org/

  WRITE a 500-600-word response on the purpose of a Bill of Lading and its legal significance for the title of goods being shipped. VIEW the case Banque de Depots v. Ferroligas. Citing at least two scholarly journals 

1. Determine whether or not you agree with the position that civil commitment violates Britney Spears’ civil liberties. Provide a rationale to support your position.
2. Explain the distinction between civil commitment and criminal commitment.
3. Next, support or criticize the premise that civil commitment was the proper course of action in the case of Britney Spears.
4. Argue for or against the theory that a short term (i.e. 72 hour) commitment provides enough time for a doctor to make a reasonable determination about the scope of the mental health problems of a patient. Provide a rationale to support your response.

The court ordered forensic assessments regarding Britney Spears’ parenting capacity as well as her guardianship. Discuss the manner in which you believe these two (2) assessments served the purposes of protecting the patient, protecting her children, and protecting the public. Provide a rationale to support your response.

POL 110 WEEK 7 DISCUSSION

POL 110 WEEK 7 DISCUSSION

"Congress" Please respond to the following:

• Based on the scenario and the knowledge gained from this section, address the following: 

o Describe key elements of the role that Congress plays within the U.S. federal system, with particular focus on Congress’ ability to reflect the will of the people. Support your argument with at least two concrete examples.

NOTE: MORE THAN ONE VERSION POSTED AS A BONUS CHOOSE ANY

POL 110 WEEK 9 DISCUSSION

POL 110 WEEK 9 DISCUSSION

OPTION 1

"The Bureaucracy and Its Effectiveness" Please respond to the following:

• Based on the scenario and the knowledge gained from this section, address the following: 

o Suggest at least two electoral or constitutional means by which an informed citizenry could safeguard against a corrupt or bloated bureaucracy.

OPTION 2

"The Fairness of the Court System" Please respond to the following:

• Based on the scenario and the knowledge gained from this section, address the following: 

o Identify one or two impediments that may prevent an average citizen from receiving a fair trial in the U.S. Then, determine at least one policy that could prevent unfair trials in the U.S. court system.

NOTE: MORE THAN ONE VERSION POSTED AS A BONUS CHOOSE ANY