Life unfair? Just sue
Article Abstract:
The US government has given each American the right to safe, clean and fair personal environment when it expanded its tort laws. In effect, this has fostered the proliferation of rights-based lawsuits that allowed people to collect damages from harms arising from the most minute details of life.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1999
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Not just for cowboys
Article Abstract:
Cowboy boots have become a fashion statement and they can be seen today in boardrooms and cocktail lounges as well as on the ranch. The enduring popularity of cowboy boots can be partly attributed to the fact that they symbolize freedom and independence.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1996
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Is democracy just a numbers game?
Article Abstract:
Issues are presented concerning the importance which is placed on opinion polls by politicians. The difficulties faced by politicians of sticking to their principles when faced with opposing opinion polls is discussed.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1999
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