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Family Guy, a raunchy, irreverent cartoon first introduced on the Fox Network some seven years ago, has had many great episodes; one episode, however, stands out as being the best ever: DaBoom.

This passage serves as a criticism of adherence to the Romantic ideals that were so prevalent in America in the early 19th Century, but also offers a kinder message that those ideals can be achieved, if only they are strived for with realistic aims.

Penelope has been a character in ancient Greek mythology for 3000 years. How has she been translated into today's literature?

With escalating violence in Iraq, many believe it is time to consider US withdrawal. What is the best course of action for the US to pursue as it approaches this question? This paper highlights three options, and the pros and cons of each.

English slang is often seen by older generations as being unacceptable, but by younger generations as being perfectly fine; is this really the case?

Mount and Blade is a fun, addictive game available for download that features an excellent mounted and unmounted combat system, and can provide hours and hours of gameplay.

Of course we all like to play games "legit" - at least for a while. There comes a point, though, when we all want to cheat - these codes for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion will help you!

Saudi Arabia contains almost a quarter of the world's proven oil reserves; does this mean the country controls the world oil market? This paper looks at events since 1971 to examine whether Saudi Arabia can, in fact, control the market.

By closely examining certain factors in Iran, and comparing them to the state of affairs in Iraq and Saudi Arabia, it is easy to see why Iran's Islamic revolution was unable to spread to either Iraq or Saudi Arabia..

Whether it's dinner and a movie, or just dinner, Brattleboro offers several venues for romantic dating, from the historic downtown, including the famous Latchis Theater, to the thriving Putney Road, offering dozens of excellent restaurants.

Vermont is well known for its healthy lifestyles; find out the best places in Brattleboro, the "Gateway to the Green Mountains", to partake in healthy eating.

The college freshmen move-in day can be a stressful time, but hopefully this quick guide will give you a handle on what to do and how to do it, leaving you ready for your first year of college.

Islamism, while always a political force in the Middle East, has in the past three decades experienced an upsurge in power. Interestingly, it seems that the very successes of the Islamist groups have helped impede democratic advances.

The creation of Israel on May 14, 1948, sparked decades of conflict between the Jewish state and the many Arab states of the Middle East. The Camp David Accords marked a historic event, as Egypt made peace with Israel and became a model for Arab states.

Perhaps one of the most unique aspects of the American government is the amount of openness it exhibits when compared to other countries. If the openness is circumvented, it is cause for concern. Congress has a duty to ensure that openness when possible.

Throughout America's history, certain events, independent of any political figure, have managed to drastically change the nature of American politics. Four such events include the Civil War, World War I, the Great Depression and the civil rights movement.

The key to winning the presidency is getting people to vote for you, particularly first-time voters. Strong personalities are needed to captivate the first-time voter and bring them in.

The Arms Export Control Act, as it currently sits, is an effective management tool for arms deals, giving most of the control to the executive, where it should remain.

Several factors are considered by congress members when deciding whether or not to participate in matters of foreign and defense policy. The factor that weighs most heavily with members is the interest supportive constituents show in a particular policy.

Recent events have shown that Cuba has much to offer, both to the US and to the global community, and that improved relations between the US and Cuba would greatly benefit both countries.