The inquiry chaired by Dame Janet Smith has determined that Harold Shipman unlawfully killed 215 patients, and in a further 45 there were reasons for being concerned about the true cause of death.1 A statistical analysis gives a figure of 236.2 The first definite killing was in March 1975; the last was in June 1998. On average, there were around 10 killings a year, but the number was highly variable. Between 1990 and 1993 he killed only 3 people, but in 1996 he killed at least 30, and in 1997 at least 37, a rate of one killing every ten days. Yet even then, no concerns were raised officially until a courageous doctor from a neighbouring practice, together with her partners, began to think the unthinkable. In March 1998, by which time he had already killed well over 200 people, a police investigation was begun—but quickly abandoned.
“We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their creator with certain inalienable rights; that these are life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.” The declaration of independence was made hundreds of years ago but not many people have those rights. Maya Angelou wrote the poem “On The Pulse Of Morning” for president Clintons inaugural in 1992. Her poem describes what people had to endure to live the American dream and she states that we belong here and nothing can take that dream away from us. Living in America in the past has been very difficult, you had to do something to be someone. For example, Maya Angelou begins with the dinosaurs were once here but they died and all we have left
Election 2008 The United States of America, a country where freedom is our reality, our founding fathers provide great history, and the future and present possibilities of creating landmark changes are in constant reach. All of this is provided by living in a democracy. Democracy is a platform for opportunity and equality unlike any other political system. On Tuesday, November 4, 2008; United States citizens will be given the possibility to vote in the most historic election our country has had to date. Absolutely no question that Election Day has also been, and will always be an historic day in the United States.
In his 2000 bid for the presidency Ralph Nader campaigned against the corporate powers dominance in the political landscape as well as the need for change in the manner of how presidential races are held. He also wanted universal healthcare, the legalization of hemp, and free universal education - meaning college would be free for every American citizen. Nader ran on a similar platform in 2004 and 2008. Opposition to the War in Iraq was one of the biggest issues in the 2004 campaign and Nader had always been at the forefront of this opposition. Nader has made it quite clear to his fellow citizens that he will always do his utmost to ensure that the rights of consumers are upheld and defended.
Until to date, he still is the oldest president of the United States of America. He was inaugurated at the age of seventy years. During his time in office, Reagan had gained the confidence of the civilians in his regime as a governor and with his policies and political views according to many Americans’ view on his administration. His election was, therefore, like no other as he got more electoral votes ever received by a candidate vying for presidency in the United
So far he has proven that he can over come all of the negativity that has been spilled around him because of his skin color. But he also proved that we could rise above racism and elect a black President. In his Inaugural Address he says, “and why a man whose father less than 60 years ago might not have been served in a local restaurant can now stand before you to take a most sacred oath.” Pres. Obama knows that he has just made history in this ever growing nation and will put forth the most effort he will ever exert to prove to the people that not only will he be a good President, but that he will lead our nation into the future of hope and prosperity. Pres.
Lyn Myers Professor Loretta Ross English 101 9 February 2012 Perry Moses: Presidential Candidate “Yes it is a fact that I came into this world with turmoil fighting for my life. But now I am here absorbing the freedoms of this land, and I realize that the fight for life begins with the fight for FREEDOM! Each one of us was born equal with the same animosities and the same tranquility and we are all also born free. So stand with me to secure the future of FREEDOM. Martin Luther King said “Free at last, free at last, thank god we are free at last”, and for the first time ever I am your presidential candidate that will bring to life Martin Luther King’s dream of freedom.
On the other hand, if he was elected to the presidency, it would be a flattering and glorious reward for his lifetime of public service, and he would obviously need a wife to hover about you, to bind up your temples, to mix your bark and pour out your coffee.” (page 176) Abigail Adams supported her husband in every possible way; even if it was not something she believed in. 6.) John Adams had offered Thomas Jefferson to be his vice president. Thomas Jefferson was a little skeptical over becoming his vice president since they both had many conflicts against each other. However, he decided to take the
They came to an agreement that he was the right person and he was sworn into office on January 17, 1911. Wilson wanted to come home and prove his campaign literature to the newspaper and every individual. When April came around Wilson was going against the first runner up James Beauchamp. After going through the primary election Wilson was not elected but he came back July 2 and was put on the ballot for nominated. Wilson did not know that living in the spotlight would be so hard.
Obama stated, “The people make it possible” and “people give me hope” while Romney also said that the “strength of America is based on its communities and people”. President Obama wants people to believe that with him America will be heading towards a good future and Mitt Romney wants to restore the promise of America. Obama and Romney stressed that with their plans, America will succeed. These two men also took time in their speeches to thank the “older” generation and all of those who have died for the rights and freedoms Americans enjoy now. There were only a few topics that Obama and Romney had similar ideas about and those were the use of renewable energy and education.