Michael Romeo – Input Paper 3 – Mali

If we are to effectively critique the patriarchal system that affects the promotion of peace in Mali, we must analyze the role of women in the peace building process. Although women make up the majority in Mali, they are still largely marginalized. Their role in peace building is often understated. This is because the violence [...]

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Michael Romeo – Input Paper 2

Peace in Mali is overstated. There has been increased violence between political groups, in pursuit of a more perfect democracy. The people of Mali have encountered several problems as the government has tried to privatize some of the industries in Mali. The poor working women are, in most cases, deprived of their human rights.
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Michael Romeo – Input Paper 1

Mali’s transition to a democracy is often seen as being relatively peaceful; those looking on the surface have deemed Mali a model democracy in Africa. I want to challenge that notion. In every way, I support the ideals of a democracy; however, the definition of a democracy, rule by the people, can become problematic when [...]

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The Medical Field – EXPOSED

The title of Terry Kapsalis’s article, “Mastering the Female Pelvis,” is an interesting one. As I sat reading this article and my friend looked over and noticed the title he said, “Let me know how the author advises guys to please females in their unending search for the ultimate orgasm.” I chuckled, but [...]

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WHEELCHAIR WACKY?

I allotted myself at least thirty minutes for the wheelchair activity, but who would have thought that it would become an evening adventure? I ran into the first problem when I realized that the office where I was supposed to get the wheelchair closed at 5:00 p.m. Panic was a feeling that I would resort [...]

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