“Democratic Decline in the United States: What Can we Learn from Middle-Income Countries?”

Using only the readings I have provided, write an essay of 1,000 -1,200 words that responds to the questions:——————————————————————————————————————————-The post-truth era is closely linked to populism’s strong views about experts and elites. Is the “wisdom of crowds” perhaps naïve about the dangers of populism? Or does it ultimately provide us with evidence for a kind of collective knowledge beneficial to inclusive, participatory American democracy? Compare and contrast relevant course material——————————————————————————————————————————-A good introduction will state a clear thesis and provide the reader with a road map. This includes a description of the essay’s main ideas or claims in broad terms that you unpack later. The main body of the essay should demonstrate an accurate understanding of the material through effective use of short quotations and carefully crafted transitions. Do not let the quotation speak for itself, and when analyzing it do not simply paraphrase it in your own words. Instead, treat the text as a form of evidence that you use to develop a claim, assert a critique or propose an innovative idea. Summarize the key points in the conclusion; this entails something other than simple repetition. For example, consider formulating unanswered questions or identifying latent implications. Be sure to use at least 3 of the readings.——————————————————————————————————————————-Kaufman, Robert and Stephan Haggard. 2019. “Democratic Decline in the United States: What Can we Learn from Middle-Income Countries?” Perspectives on Politics 17(2): 417-32https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/perspectives-on-politics/article/democratic-decline-in-the-united-states-what-can-we-learn-from-middleincome-backsliding/1D9804407AAD81287AA0CA620BABDEA6/core-readerNorris, Pippa. 2017. “So is the wave of Populist Nationalism Finished? Hardly.” Washington Post Monkey Cage, 17 May. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2017/05/17/so-is-the-wave-of-populist-nationalism-finished-hardly/Grattan, Laura. 2016. Chapter 4, “Populist Resonances in the Twenty-First Century: The Tea Party and Occupy,” in Populism’s Power, pp. 143-174. https://www.google.com/books/edition/Populism_s_Power/ULcoCwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0 (preview)Madison, James or Alexander Hamilton. Federalist No. 49, “Method of Guarding against the Encroachments of Any One Department of Government by Appealing to the People Through a Convention.” https://avalon.law.yale.edu/18th_century/fed49.aspRosen, Jeffrey. 2018. “America is Living James Madison’s Nightmare,” The Atlantic. October 2018. https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2018/10/james-madison-mob-rule/568351/

Discuss the impacts of Alcohol in U.S.

Reply to both students using 100 words. do not use direct quotes EldredMothers Against Drunk Driving is a grassroots organization grounded in the reduction of a staggering number of alcohol-related deaths. (Korsmeyer & Kranzler, 2009). On September 5, mother and founder Candy Lightner whose 13-year-old-daughter was killed by a drunk driver—driven by the determination to reduce California’s policy on public drunkenness. The primary goal of the organization since its inception is to advocate for legislation for stricter regulations on crimes centered around alcohol abuse and aid for victims of drunk driving accidents.The evolution of MADD according to the Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol,& Addictive Behavior asserts that the organization along with its contributing members and chapters both state-wide and international mission including but not limited to the advocacy for stricter drunk driving laws and improved enforcement, promotion of public awareness and educational programs, and assistance to victims.Active members of MADD lobby the approaches to educating the general public on the dangers of drinking and driving. The advocacy for legislation that promotes the restriction of sales to minors. In the Article; “Paying the Tab: The Costs and Benefits of Alcohol Control,” revisit the current trajectory of legislation in the progression, leading to higher taxes to discourage drinking and then driving. The article continues to strengthen the cause of MADD by reflecting on Congress enacted series of regulations founded in the Reagan administration.Observed by collected objective evidence pointed out to a secondary cause MADD champions is the reduction in teen deaths due to alcohol-related incidents (Cook & Cook, 2007). Raising the MLDA encouraged states to enforce policies to build prices and strengthen alcohol-control measures for all on-premise and off-premise sales for all adults.The belief, coupled with social, digital media platforms, will amplify the mission to end driving under any controlled substance is the component of “The Voices of Victims Storylines. Pictures posted along with videos sharing stories of tragedies suffered by the families of drunk drivers (“Mothers Against Drunk Driving,” 2019) connecting to the organization itself or through donations throughout web-based media like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. The effort to limit alcohol abuse starts with the individual. Family, as well as friends, are a contributing force to offer healthier environments. Are all components aimed at once focused goal prompted by MADD, limit abusive behavior, enhance public health and safety policies, and contribute to the wellness of society.ReferencesCook, P. J., & Cook, P. J. J. (2007). Paying the Tab: The Costs and Benefits of Alcohol Control. Retrieved April 28, 2020, from https://www.worldcat.org/title/paying-the-tab-the-costs-and-benefits-of-alcohol-control/oclc/730151765Korsmeyer, P., & Kranzler, H. R. (2009). Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol, & Addictive Behavior, 3, 81–83. Retrieved from https://go-gale-com.ezproxy.umuc.edu/ps/i.do?id=GALE|CX2699700301&v=2.1&u=umd_umuc&it=r&p=GVRL&sw=w&asid=20568c62516a932df524abf9a1c967dfMothers Against Drunk Driving. (2019). Retrieved April 28, 2020, from https://www.madd.org/LamiaMothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is a non-profit organization aimed to protect and prevent users from driving while under the influence (MADD, 2009). The MADD organization also helps victims of drunk driving accidents. Candy Lightner founded MADD after her teenaged daughter’s life was taken by a drunk driver in 1980. The story surrounding her daughter’s death is very sad and tragic, and could have honestly been prevented. The organization receives support from both federal and state governments. Their values are backed behind the slogan, Murder by car is still murder! The organization provides public awareness and educates others on the concerns of drunk driving. The organization does not limit its reach to alcohol, as it touches upon drug use as well. Upon reviewing their website, I found one of the most useful components of the MADD organization is their 24-hour victim help line. I believe this is a very important aspect of an organization who aims to not only prevent drunk driving, but to also assist those who have fallen victim. This is something that I would love to incorporate into my social media campaign. Even if its a 24-hour online chat system, where a representative may provide support to those who suffer from alcoholism, or are raising a child or loved-one who suffers from alcoholism. Alcoholism may lead to driving under the influence, and I believe the problem should be extinguished at the base. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). (2009). In P. Korsmeyer & H. R. Kranzler (Eds.), Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol & Addictive Behavior (3rd ed., Vol. 3, pp. 81-83). Detroit, MI: Macmillan Reference USA. Retrieved from https://link-gale-com.ezproxy.umuc.edu/apps/doc/CX2699700301/GVRL?u=umd_umuc&sid=GVRL&xid=2cf8440c. Retrieved on April 28, 2020. Reply to Thread

Explain the relationship between FASB and the IASB.

The purpose of this assignment is to reinforce the student’s knowledge of the accounting profession’s regulatory environment and the source of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).o Requirements: Based on the information in the textbook and on the websites of the SEC, FASB, and the IASB answer each of the following:1) Explain how the SEC sets accounting standards.2) Explain how FASB sets accounting standards.3) Explain how the IASB sets accounting standards.4) Explain the relationship between the SEC and FASB.5) Explain the relationship between the SEC and the IASB.6) Explain the relationship between FASB and the IASB.o Each of the six requires a labeled paragraph of at least 100 words. (Total of 600 words). The assignment must follow APA citation.

What have you learned about statistics?

In developing your responses, consider—at a minimum—and discuss the application of each of the course elements in analyzing and making decisions about data (counts and/or measurements).Discuss the following course elements: Descriptive statisticsInferential statisticsHypothesis development and testingSelection of appropriate statistical testsEvaluating statistical results.

Describe a Deontological approach to original subject.

OverviewThis course has three written assignments that build upon one another and are designed to take you step-by-step through a process of writing a paper that identifies an ethical question, examines the context, issues, and arguments surrounding the question, and attempts to defend an answer to that question using strong moral reasoning.This second written assignment is a four-part exercise comprised of the following sections:Ethical QuestionIntroductionExplanation of the Ethical TheoryApplication of the Ethical TheoryFor sections (1) and (2) revise and expand on what you did in the first assignment.Sections (3) and (4) are new.The main purpose of this paper is to define the nature and scope of the ethical theory in a way that shows how the core principle(s) of that theory lead to a specific moral conclusion on your ethical question. Another way to think of this is to explain how someone who is fully committed to the moral reasoning of the ethical theory would answer your ethical question (even if it is not necessarily how you would answer the question).The assignment should be 900 to 1,000 words, written in essay form with clearly labeled sections as indicated below, and include a title page and reference page.Part 1: Ethical QuestionState the ethical question beneath this heading.This question should be on the same topic as the question presented in the week one assignment, and if necessary, revised based on your instructor’s comments and the additional insight and information you have gained from research on the topic. If you would like to switch topics, you should first consult with your instructor.Place your ethical question beneath the Part 1: Ethical Question heading.Part 2: IntroductionProvide an introduction to the topic and question.This should be revised and expanded from the Week 1 Introduction in light of your instructor’s comments and the additional insight and information you have gained from research on the topic.For instance, you may find that your original ideas about the issue have changed and clarified, that the focus of the ethical question has shifted or become more specific, and/or that there are important background and contextual details that need to be explained.The revised introduction should reflect your additional thinking on the scope and significance of the ethical issue, and address any feedback provided by your instructor.The introduction should be at least 300 words in one or two paragraphs.Place the introduction material under the Part 2: Introduction heading.Part 3: Explanation of the Ethical TheoryEthical theories provide accounts of how to reason well about moral questions and of what justifies answers to those questions. In this section of the paper, you will discuss either the ethical theory of utilitarianism, deontology, or virtue ethics.You should not discuss your topic in this section, but focus only on the ethical theory.The discussion should include the following elements:A brief account of the historical background of the theory and the philosopher(s) associated with it.An explanation of the core moral principle of the theory, or if there is more than one, the principle that you will focus on in applying that theory to your question.A brief, general explanation of how the theory and its core moral principle applies to moral questions, using an example different from the issue that is the main focus of your paper. (For example, if your focus is on how deontology applies to using animals in medical research, you could explain Kant’s moral theory by discussing how it would apply to an issue like lying for the sake of the greater good.)This section should focus only on the ethical theory. For instance, if you are discussing physician-assisted suicide from a utilitarian perspective, this section should only discuss utilitarianism in general terms; you should not discuss physician-assisted suicide, euthanasia, or other related topics until the next section.The discussion should be around 300 words and must incorporate at least one quote from the required resources on the ethical theory you have chosen to discuss.