California: State and Local Government
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A 3 page overview of California government. This paper delineates the various divisions and the responsibilities of each. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPcalGovernment.rtf

California: Emergency Response by Law Enforcement at State and Federal Levels
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This 5 page paper discusses the way in which California’s local law enforcement officials respond to emergencies, and what they can do if they decide they need federal assistance. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVEmeLaw.rtf

Campaign Finance Laws and Contributions for Lobbyists: An Overview of Statutes, Regulations and Analysis
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The prevalence of corruption in campaign finance law is a significant problem in the United States. This 25 page paper considers the issue, and focuses on an outlining of the legal arguments in cases like Buckley v. Valeo. These cases are utilized to outline the basic components of campaign law arguments and to demonstrate the analysis of statutes as they apply to specific legal determinations.
Filename: Camplaw.wps

Campaign Finance Reform / PACs, A Two Party Debate
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A 20 page research paper exploring the differing support and viewpoints of Democrats and Republicans for reform. The writer provides a brief legal history of PACs, spending of the political parties in 1990 campaigns, and Democrat support of reform affecting PACs versus the Republican block against reform in 1997-1998. Bibliography lists 27 sources.
Filename: Cncamprf.wps

Capitalism and Society
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This 20 page paper considers the role of capitalism in today's world. The concept of capitalism as more than an economic or political policy is discussed. The social model of capitalist's is then used to discuss its implications on society with such issues as wealth distribution and the welfare state considered. Alternative social models are also examined as alternatives to capitalism. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEcapita.wps

Casino Tax Revenue and Local Government: Differences Between Native and Non-Native Contributions
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A 10 page review of Native American gaming and the revenues it provides to local government. The author contrasts Native American gaming with non-Native gaming establishments and emphasizes the role of tribal sovereignty and tax exemption in determining revenue contributions. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPcasinT.rtf

Changes in the Laws of New York
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This 11 page report discusses a number of changes in law and legal decisions between 1975 and 1995 that were enacted in the State of New York but that have also had a significant impact on case law throughout the United States. It is quite nearly impossible to outline all legal changes that have occurred in the State of New York in a 25 year time period without creating a massive volume of information. Taking advantage of information and decisions proffered by the states court of appeals allows for a certain measure of overview that encapsulates the key issues of that time period. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: BWnylaws.wps