Articles written by William Cook
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Modern and Medieval Thought
One conceptual difference between modern and medieval thinkers is modern thinkers believe they can prove reality through a scientific-based approach.
Jan 30, 2012
- William Cook
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The Dilemma of Elementary School Exceptional and Gifted Students
The article seeks to critique the perceptions of educators who teach exceptional and gifted children in urban elementary schools.
Dec 30, 2011
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Inside the Harlem Book Fair
The Harlem Book Fair is for everyone. All readers and writers could network and find a suitable book at the ever-expanding event
Nov 28, 2011
- William Cook
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The Psychological Dimensions of Corporate Behavior
The article is about the psychology that motivates business managers to make important financial decisions in the corporate world.
Oct 25, 2011
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Jazz is Blue in America
The article traces the origins of jazz to examine the social implications and cultural expressions of America's classical music.
Sep 9, 2011
- William Cook
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The Enlightenment Moved Romantic Writers Before the Victorian Age
How did romantic theorists reject the Enlightenment to create non-traditional views and unity as some Victorian writers reflected the realities of the day?
Aug 17, 2011
- William Cook
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A Review of E. Cronon's Black Moses - The Story of Marcus Garvey
Cronon's book received good reviews when it came out in 1955, but after its last printing in 1987 the book still has flaws that are too important to ignore.
Jul 31, 2011
- William Cook
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African American Soldiers and the Revolutionary War
George Washington refused to enlist African American soldiers. After Lord Dunmore recruited black troops for England, Washington changed his position.
Jun 28, 2011
- William Cook
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Fanny Lou Hamer and the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party
As an influential, powerful civil rights leader, Ms. Hamer lived a hard life. The racists mistreated and brutalized her, but she never lost her humanity.
May 26, 2010
- William Cook
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American Presidents and American Justice from Johnson to Johnson
U.S. injustice elevated during the segregation period (1896-1965). However, southern politics had set the stage by modeling racist laws Americans followed.
May 23, 2010
- William Cook
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Cleveland Wins a Second Term and McKinley, Jr. Wins his First
Although the Populist Party emerged as a legitimate third party of the 1890s, its rural appeal was too parochial to challenge the Democrats and Republicans.
Apr 14, 2010
- William Cook
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U.S. Presidents Cleveland and Harrison
Grover Cleveland and Benjamin Harrison were as ineffective as Johnson, Grant, Hayes and Arthur. However, a highpoint of this dull era was that a woman ran for president.
Mar 25, 2010
- William Cook
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American Presidents Hayes, Garfield and Arthur
The presidents from Reconstruction to the turn of the century were less than mediocre. Their dedication to corruption and injustice left an imprint on American politics.
Mar 16, 2010
- William Cook
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Inadequate American Presidents
There were no remarkable presidents during the period of 1865 to 1901, which include Andrew Johnson and Ulysses S. Grant.
Mar 9, 2010
- William Cook
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Jan Matzeliger
Similar to the many Black artists in America, African American inventors did not benefit from their creative, timely inventions that helped so many people.
Feb 26, 2010
- William Cook
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Captain Cudjoe
In the discussion of important and outstanding leaders in history, one must include Captain Cudjoe. He refused enslavement and freed thousands of captives.
Feb 22, 2010
- William Cook
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Pharaoh Pianki
When King Pianki of Kush took control of Ancient Egypt, he ignited a period of Egyptian history that is matched only by the pyramid building era.
Feb 16, 2010
- William Cook
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Marcus Garvey
A great historical figure, Marcus Garvey tried his best to uplift his group. However, his most formidable enemy was the U.S. government.
Feb 12, 2010
- William Cook
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Self-Esteem and African Americans
Because African Americans have been in hot water since arriving to North America as captives, how do they view themselves in light of their negative American experiences?
Jan 22, 2010
- William Cook
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Culture - What is its Meaning?
Because the sociological perspective differs from the historian's and psychologist's views about the matter, nobody should accept one definition of culture as valid.
Jan 14, 2010
- William Cook
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History of Racial Bias in Children's Books
Why did racially biased books mainly directed against African Americans become so popular for primary school students in America?
Dec 28, 2009
- William Cook
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Ancient Kemet's World View
The basic philosophical views of the people of Ancient Kemet were a combination of dynamic implicitly and explicitly stated ideas.
Dec 7, 2009
- William Cook
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Queen Candace of Antiquity
Alexander the Great acquired his name after conquering Kemet, but he would have lost his reputation to a female military tactician general had he decided to fight her.
Nov 27, 2009
- William Cook
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Kush Civilization 1000 BCE - 350 CE
Greek and Roman history are well known, but their contemporary Kush has yet to receive the in-depth coverage and recognition it deserves
Nov 9, 2009
- William Cook
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How to Document Sources for Research Papers
Many writers of research papers plagiarize sources not for wanting credit for original ideas, but because they are unclear on how to use proper referencing techniques
Oct 6, 2009
- William Cook
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Inner City Music - 80s to Present
Early urban artists attracted black followers. Rock & roll and disco artists made crossover music. Since the late 80s, blacks have stopped the deliberate crossover trend.
Jun 19, 2008
- William Cook
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Black Music Since the 70s
As inner city dwellers create America's musical trends that started in the 40s, there has been a concerted effort to make music that depicts their reality.
Jun 18, 2008
- William Cook
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Musical Trends Since the 1940s
From the 1940s to the present, urban music has creatively changed during each decade. The artists managed to find innovative ways to update the music.
Jun 17, 2008
- William Cook
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The African American Intellectual
Can the African American intellectual be useful and effective in an unjust society that is fundamentally against intellectual development?
Jun 12, 2008
- William Cook
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How Did Race Become Popular
The article explains how defining race, a term with no scientific meaning, led to racism. The development of racism has negatively impacted American society.
Jun 11, 2008
- William Cook
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The Rally for Sean Bell
Every decade since the Civil Rights Movement, African Americans have had riots over American injustice. After the Sean Bell verdict, they were angry enough to riot again.
May 10, 2008
- William Cook
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America and the Minority Word
Writers, intellectuals, and the media refer to African Americans, Latinos, and other people of color as minorities, but the appellation is inappropriate.
Apr 14, 2008
- William Cook
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The Republican Syndrome
Since the Republican Party's inception, its candidates have dominated the presidency. The U.S. has experienced some of its worst catastrophes under Republican leaders.
Apr 5, 2008
- William Cook
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Classic Soul and Today's Soul
Soul music reached its high point during the 1960s and early 1970s. It declined during the 1980s, but reemerged in the late 1990s, which has led to a soul Renaissance.
Mar 30, 2008
- William Cook
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African American Presidents
The article examines J. A. Rogers' Book, "The Five Negro Presidents" in relation to Senator Obama's Presidential Campaign
Mar 23, 2008
- William Cook
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