If a non-democratic regime performs these functions then why should we not consider it legitimate? ... However, if such offences were committed on a large scale in a non-democratic country there still remains the threat of popular unrest and revolution which helps to keep the regime in check. ... In a particular area or society (say, the Middle East) where there has been no historical basis for the growth of liberal, individualistic values it seems wrong to lay our values as a standard by which to judge their system and call it wrong. ... There is no need to rely on the benevolence or nous of ...

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• Grade Level: Graduate

During this time period most individuals owned few and basic pieces of clothing that were durable, of high quality and often reusable. ... Regarding the consumer aspect there is a lack of information and understanding of how clothing items are created and how cheap prices result in high costs in terms of social and environmental capital. ... In the words of Victor Yung, Chairman of Li&Fung;, Hong Kong's main suppliers to American and European brands, "We might decide to buy yarn from Korean producers but have it woven and dyed in Taiwan the Japanese have the best zippers and buttons...

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• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Graduate

In today's modernised society, there has been much debate as to the superiority of the nuclear family, as opposed to the early 20th century. ... There are many attributes which contribute to a growth in family diversity. ... Whilst times are evolving, society changes, including traditionalised norms and values which become less valued and no longer 'normal'. ... Due to advances in technology, there are now options such as IVF for women who choose not to engage in heterosexual marriage. ... During industrialisation, Aries believed that children were seen as 'little adult...

• Word Count: 2016
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Graduate