Globalization Is Good

Globalization is the process by which businesses and other organizations develop international influence or operate on an international scale. Globalization has increasingly become an integral part of world policy. I believe that it to every countries benefit to work together so each country could benefit. Trade policies and investment opportunities contribute to countries being able to grow and prosper. Perhaps, there is no better example of how globalization helped countries prosper than the development that took place in Asia, specifically in China and India.

            Trade policies affect the prices of goods and services when they cross borders. This means that trade policies can affect what gets imported and ultimately the final price for the consumers. An important concept regarding trade policy is comparative advantage. Comparative advantage is “a relationship in which two countries can produce more goods from the same resources if each specializes in the goods it produces most efficiently at home and the two trade these goods internationally” (Nau 362). This is something that is beneficial for each country who participates in it because costs can be reduced by working with another country and producing the goods each country specializes in. This is ultimately beneficial for the consumers as well because if there is cost reduction due to the reciprocal relationship between countries the price of goods will ultimately be less.

            Globalization allows for international investment which in turn gives access to new resources. For example, private British firms “invested heavily in mines, public utilities and rail roads in North and South America, India, Australia, and South Africa” (Nau 381) and the US followed suit with investments in plantation crops in Latin America. Although it is easy for these resources to be considered “cursed”, the oligopolies that ran the international firms were highly profitable. These foreign investments also provided jobs for the local people living in the host countries.

            Asia has been extremely successful at development ever since World War II. One major reason that Asia was able to develop so successfully is because of globalization. More specifically, “Asian countries pursued export oriented development strategies that exploited economic competition in open international markets, while Latin America countries, for the most part, adopted import substitution strategies that counted on protected domestic markets for development”(Nau 413). This shows that the Asian countries which relied more heavily on cooperation from other countries ended up developing more successfully than Latin American countries who depended more on their own domestic markets. This is perhaps a great example of countries relying on other countries in order to develop and it is a great example of why globalization is important and beneficial.

Works Cited:

Nau, Henry R. Perspectives on International Relations: Power, Institutions, and Ideas. Washington, D.C.: CQ, 2007. Print.

Globalization Is Bad

Globalization

                  There are definitely benefits and disadvantages of globalization. I think in this case the bad beats the good. I think there are three sides to globalization. The good, bad and the ugly. The good part of Globalization is that companies are able to sell their products around the world with ease. Big companies such as Apple and Microsoft make a lot of money because they are able to globalize, however not every company is as big as these two companies so globalization can make small businesses go out of business. In the article I am reading it states “Sony Corporation (NYSE:SNE), for instance, can sell its TV and game consoles with the same ease in New York as in Tokyo”. (Panos Mourdoukoutas) Like I said before Globalization really helps the big companies but leaves the small ones to defend themselves, making their prices low so they can compete with big name companies.

                  The bad side of globalization is the amount of power the huge companies have over the small side. In the article it states “Corporations that previously have been enjoying the benefits of globalization, now face unstable and unpredictable demand and business opportunities and their products quickly become commodities, leaving them little or no pricing power and under constant pressure by new competitors that undermine profitability.” (Panos Mourdoukoutas) If a big company sells an item for a certain amount of money these smaller companies now have to think of a way to beat them, they have to think of a gimmick to attract more people, so the people wont only go to the high name brands. Not only is globalization bad for companies, but also it is bad for the world too. In 2001 China joined the world trade organization, and thanks to that coal in China has been being used up. Oil, gas and other finite resources will be used up thanks to globalization, leaving only pollution in the air.

                  If it was not bad enough that we are wasting so much of are finite resources we are losing a lot of jobs. Globalization is making people in America lose their jobs and have nothing. People with families lost their jobs and had no way to support their family. Thanks to trade agreement’s people are as needed and millions of people los their jobs. Not many people in the U.S. manufacture items in their own country. If they did they could be saving people a lot of money, and giving them a steady job for years to come. That’s not the case they go with cheaper labor. Globalization also benefits the strong countries and weakens the weaker countries. In the article I read it states, “Globalization operates mostly in the interests of the richest countries, which continue to dominate world trade at the expense of developing countries.” (Anonymous) This shows that globalization is just to get money and power, and the idea of globalization does not care about the people in their country. If they did care about the people in their country than the government would of made sure that there would be a way for people not to lose their jobs.

                  There are two reasons why globalization has an ugly side, that’s even worse its bad side. The first reason is because it can make are oil prices sky rocket and if that isn’t bad enough we are in the process of running out of oil to use. The article I am reading states “Now, since 2005, we have high oil prices back, but we have a much worse problem. The reason the problem is worse now is partly because oil supply is not growing very much, due to limits we are reaching, and partly because demand is exploding due to globalization.” (Gail Tverberg) Basically at one point oil was very cheap than it got expensive, then cheap again, but now its back to being expansive. If we go at this rate not only are we going to have to think about a new way to move around, but a much cheaper way. Oil is skyrocketing leaving the U.S. and Canada. Thanks to globalization the U.S. is in a trade deficit. Usually we are in debt to China for 6 Million a year, but in August alone we have spent too much. WE are starting to rely on the cheap labor of China, without realizing that we are hurting ourselves in the process. Yes cheaper labor is good, but not if it gets us in debt and not if it hurts the people of the country. How can people survive if everything the U.S. does backfires? Our country says we will make new jobs, people already had jobs in manufacturing but so many companies are now going over sea. Then they say we are going to make life cheaper for you. People in Mississippi use 6.35% of their income on gasoline. Globalization has good sides to it don’t get me wrong, but the bad over comes the good in my eyes.

Cited

“20 Reasons Globalization Is Wrong for America.” Truth Is Treason. N.p., 11 Nov. 2010. Web. 03 Feb. 2017.

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“Twelve Reasons Why Globalization Is a Huge Problem.” Our Finite World. N.p., 11 July 2015. Web. 03 Feb. 2017.

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“BBC – GCSE Bitesize: Negative Impacts of Globalisation.” BBC News. BBC, n.d. Web. 03 Feb. 2017.

Mourdoukoutas, Panos. “The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Side Of Globalization.” Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 22 Jan. 2013. Web. 03 Feb. 2017.

Directions: Religion and Politics have traditional been highly debated topics in our society. Recently, the Pledge of Allegiance has added to this debate. American citizens have generally recited the Pledge of Allegiance at important ceremonies ranging from presidential inaugurations to the beginning of the school day. The pledge has a great deal of sentimental value to many Americans, but also creates a great deal of controversy for others.  

Review the Supreme Court case Elk Grove Unified School District v. Newdow, which highlights the debate.

Write a five to eight (5-8) page paper in which you:

1. Summarize the salient points of the Supreme Court case Elk Grove Unified School District v. Newdow. (Who are the people involved in this case; why did they bring this grievance to the court system; what are the important points of this case; when did this case take place—the date, meaning month day and year.)

2. Discuss the levels of the court through which the case evolved before it reached the Supreme Court. (Where did this case originate—in which state—and which court system did it go through—for example: Civil or Criminal—describe the various courts it went through before reaching the US Supreme Court)

3. Explain the decision of the Supreme Court in this case in brief. (What were the major points of the Justices?  What were some dissenting and agreeing arguments?)

4. Explain the fundamental impact that the court decision in question has had on American society in general and on ethics in American society in particular. Provide a rationale for the response. (Did this case change the way schools around the nation approach the Pledge of Allegiance?  Did this case change the way schools in specific states approach the Pledge of Allegiance? Meaning: did schools become cautious? Did they stop?  What did they do?  Did teachers change their behavior?  Did principals?  Find a specific school and write about their practices revolving around this issue.  BE SPECIFIC.  Do not use generalizations.  A generalization is: They are more cautious now because it was brought before the Supreme Court and they said so and so.  So and so is not CONCRETE rationale.  Concrete rationale is: According to a January 22, 2005 article in the New York Times, after the Elk Grove Unified School District v. Newdow decision, the Monroe County school district no longer makes it mandatory for students to recite the pledge of allegiance…as a result local parents were outraged.  These are just examples.)

5. Discuss whether you believe that the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance is a religious issue or a sign of respect for the United States. (This is a question of religion vs. state.  This might also be a question about nationalism.  Does this case protect ones religious freedoms or one’s first amendment rights?  Again be specific here, do not over generalize.  Make your point and make sure it is clearly stated.  Remember: this is a sociological question, about law, so cite the constitution if necessary.  It is not a personal question.)

6. Discuss whether or not you think public schools should be allowed to recite the pledge. (This is your conclusion and it is asking you for your education opinion.  Not your personal one.  Examples of educated opinion: Public schools should not be allowed to recite the pledge because it has the potential of infringing on a student’s religious beliefs and can be viewed as discriminatory.  Examples of personal opinion: I think that public schools shouldn’t be allowed to recite the pledge of allegiance because when I was a kid it wasn’t a big deal and people should just get over it.  It’s the American way.  And anyone who doesn’t agree is anti-American…etc., etc., etc.,) 

7. Use at least three (3) quality academic resources. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

1. Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

2. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

   The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

3. Examine the current ethical issues inherent throughout the criminal and civil justice systems.

4. Describe the dispensation of justice through the criminal and civil justice systems.

5. Use technology and information resources to research issues in the criminal court and the judicial process in America.

6. Write clearly and concisely about the American court system using proper writing mechanics and APA style conventions.

    

I need help with HCR 220 Final 

 Final Project: How HIPAA Violations Affect the Medical Billing Process Part One: 

   *Resources: Appendix A, Appendix C, and Table 8.3 on pp. 258–259 of Medical Insurance

   *Refer to Table 8.3 on pp. 258–259 of your text to complete the CMS-1500 form, located in Appendix C, according to the following case study: 

A 67-year-old Medicare patient presents to the office, exhibiting symptoms of HIV infection. After detailed examination, symptoms are determined to be advanced AIDS with manifestation of Kaposi’s sarcoma and other opportunistic infections. 

Name: James Brown

Account Number: 080811

Insurer: Medicare

Policy Number: 1098765

ID number: 12345678910

DOB: 02/01/1940

Gender: Male

Insured: James Brown

Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

Wash. D.C. 60000

Marital Status: Widowed

Patient’s Employer: Retired

Nature of Condition: HIV, AIDS, Kaposi’s sarcoma

Date of Illness: 06/01/2007

Referring Physician: Thomas Glassman, M.D.

Physician ID: 1080808080

Federal Tax ID: 5551116679

Dates of Service: 06/01/2007, 06/15/2007, 07/07/2007, 08/01/2007

Procedure: Detailed examination, screening blood panel, pathology services

Patient Signature

      * Include ICD (categories only), CPT, HCPCS, and insurance information.

      * If you believe there is insufficient information provided to fill a required field with data, indicate this by typing N/A.

   *Post the completed CMS-1500 form as an attachment.

3.Final Project: How HIPAA Violations Affect the Medical Billing Process Part Two: 

 Write a 1,500- to 1,750-word essay in which you discuss implications of both forms of the patient’s diseases, HIV and AIDS, from the perspective of HIPAA confidentiality. Include the following in your essay:

      * Discuss why HIV and AIDS information is more sensitive than other types of health conditions.

      * Examine the social, legal, and ethical ramifications of improper information disclosure. 

      * Provide a minimum of three references from the University Library or the Internet.

   *Format your essay according to APA standards.

 Final Project: How HIPAA Violations Affect the Medical Billing Process Part One: 

   *Resources: Appendix A, Appendix C, and Table 8.3 on pp. 258–259 of Medical Insurance

   *Refer to Table 8.3 on pp. 258–259 of your text to complete the CMS-1500 form, located in Appendix C, according to the following case study: 

A 67-year-old Medicare patient presents to the office, exhibiting symptoms of HIV infection. After detailed examination, symptoms are determined to be advanced AIDS with manifestation of Kaposi’s sarcoma and other opportunistic infections. 

Name: James Brown

Account Number: 080811

Insurer: Medicare

Policy Number: 1098765

ID number: 12345678910

DOB: 02/01/1940

Gender: Male

Insured: James Brown

Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

Wash. D.C. 60000

Marital Status: Widowed

Patient’s Employer: Retired

Nature of Condition: HIV, AIDS, Kaposi’s sarcoma

Date of Illness: 06/01/2007

Referring Physician: Thomas Glassman, M.D.

Physician ID: 1080808080

Federal Tax ID: 5551116679

Dates of Service: 06/01/2007, 06/15/2007, 07/07/2007, 08/01/2007

Procedure: Detailed examination, screening blood panel, pathology services

Patient Signature

      * Include ICD (categories only), CPT, HCPCS, and insurance information.

      * If you believe there is insufficient information provided to fill a required field with data, indicate this by typing N/A.

   *Post the completed CMS-1500 form as an attachment.

3.Final Project: How HIPAA Violations Affect the Medical Billing Process Part Two: 

   *Write a 1,500- to 1,750-word essay in which you discuss implications of both forms of the patient’s diseases, HIV and AIDS, from the perspective of HIPAA confidentiality. Include the following in your essay:

      * Discuss why HIV and AIDS information is more sensitive than other types of health conditions.

      * Examine the social, legal, and ethical ramifications of improper information disclosure. 

      * Provide a minimum of three references from the University Library or the Internet.

   *Format your essay according to APA standards.

The concept of democracy is not unique or original to the United States. The first documented democratic society was ancient Greece. Ancient Greece actually had a combination direct democracy and representative democracy. A representative democracy is one where the citizens elect representatives to vote on issues for them and a direct democracy is one where all citizens can vote on issues. While direct democracy sounds good, it is difficult to implement because of the potentially high number of people involved. On the other hand, not everyone who lived in Greece was a citizen; large groups were not eligible such as women, slaves, and non-landowners. Preserving the concepts of representative democracy is necessary to sustain the democratic process. Likewise, there are aspects of constitutional democracy to consider when reflecting on the state of democratic governance. In addition, the foundations of democratic governance are rooted in republican forms of government. The intersection of representative democracy, constitutional democracy, and republican forms of government has a bearing on the lasting power of democratic governance as it exists in modern society.

To prepare for this Discussion:

• Review the articles “Representative Democracy as a Necessary Condition for the Survival of a Federal Constitution,” “Republicanism,” and “Democracy” in this week’s Learning Resources. Consider the nature of representative democracy as it relates to democratic governance.
• Reflect on the concepts of representative democracy, constitutional democracy, and republican forms of government and think about how they impact contemporary democratic governance.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post by Day 4 a brief working definition of representative democracy, constitutional democracy, and republic forms of government. Then, explain how these concepts impact contemporary democratic governance. Provide specific examples to illustrate your points.

Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources