T. Jay Kane
T. Jay Kane is the owner/operator of www.FreelanceWritingSvcs.com, a full service writing agency in the Pacific Northwest. The work presented here is offered as a digital portfolio of T. Jay Kane's professional development through the years. When not writing for Associated Content, Kane works for various independent clients writing content for websites, blog posts, e-books, and press releases.
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Saparmurat NiyazovSaparmurat Niyazov became the first leader of Turkmenistan following the fall of the Soviet Union. With no national identity to base his new nation on, he went about forming a national identity for his country around himself.
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The 'Evil American' Living in Pyongyang: the Story of a DefectorJames Joseph Dresnok was once a young soldier stationed on the demilitarized zone assigned to protect South Korea from North Korea, today, he is a naturalized North Korean living in the nation's capitol of Pyongyang.
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New Media Journalism: a Modern Degree for Tomorrow's JournalistsDegree programs in new media journalism promise to teach students how to utilize modern technology to effectively report the news.
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The Federal Agents Who Protect Social SecurityAssigned to the Office of Investigation, Special Agents of the Social Security Administration are fully credentialed federal criminal investigators with the authority to make arrests and serve warrants.
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Origin of the Ponzi SchemeThe original Ponzi scheme, named for Charles Ponzi, was a scam involving International Reply Coupons, foreign postage, and the U.S. Postal Service.
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Madoff: Profile of a Ponzi SchemeBernie Madoff operated one of the most successful Ponzi schemes in U.S. history. He was eventually ordered to serve 150 years in prison.
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Social Security Cards Issued by Department StoreAt one point, an estimated 40,000 people used the same social security number as their own.
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Agent Garbo: How Disinformation Won WWIICodenamed Agent Garbo, Juan Pujol has been declared by many as one of the most successful double agents of all time.
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Become a Notary Public in the State of WashingtonTo work as a notary public in the state of Washington, specific requirements must first be met.
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Places of EmeraldA list of places named for or in honor of the precious emerald stone.
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Art Heist 2010: Museum of Modern Art in ParisIn May of 2010, a lone art thief stole five paintings from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris, France. Even though circumstantial evidence points to an inside job, the paintings have yet to be recovered.
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Little Red Boxes: the History of British Ministerial BoxesOnly high ranking government officials receive them, and one was even in service for almost 150 years.
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The Origin of April Fool's DayBelieved to have been celebrated since the 16th century, this holiday remains as a celebration of pranks and practical jokes.
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Viking WeaponryViking weapons weren't just tools for defense, they were flashy status symbols meant to be lavishly adorned and often nicknamed.
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The True Story Behind "Unstoppable"This is the real story behind the 2010 motion picture "Unstoppable", starring Denzel Washington, Chris Pine, and Rosario Dawson.
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Bugsy Siegel: the Sociopath that Shaped Las VegasBenjamin "Bugsy" Siegel helped shape the landscape of Las Vegas, but not before making a name for himself in Brooklyn and Hollywood.
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Duties and Responsibilities of the Vice President of the United StatesWith only two constitutional duties assigned, the Vice President of the United States serves the public in both the legislative and executive branches of government.
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Duties and Responsibitlies of the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of AustraliaAmong other duties, the Governor-General of Australia represents the Monarch of the United Kingdom in Australia and also serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the Australia Defense Force.
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Jobs in the Death IndustryFor those who can stomach it, the death industry provides several interesting and respectable career options.
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Authority and Duties of the President of the Russian FederationElected through direct suffrage, Russian President's serve six year terms and represent the government/people of Russia both at home and abroad.
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An Garda Siochana: Ireland's National PoliceAn Garda Siochana is the national police force of Ireland. Along with traditional law enforcement activities, the agency also works to prevent terrorist attacks against Ireland as well as crimes committed by criminal enterprises.
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The History of the KGBThe KGB existed in the Soviet Union from 1954 to 1991. At one time being the most powerful intelligence agency in the region, the KGB was systematically dissolved following the collapse of the Soviet Union.
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Firefighter Refuses to Perform Duties Based on Political DisagreementMark Ekstrum, veteran firefighter, refused to respond to the scene of a shooting rampage because of political differences between him and fellow firefighters.
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Bill Brennan and the Stardust Casino HeistDepending on which version of the urban legend you choose to believe, Bill Brennan is either a criminal mastermind or another greedy fool who eventually got what was coming to him.
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Scribes in Ancient EgyptThe scribe was well respected among the people of ancient Egypt. Not only were they exempt from taxes, but they were even made immortal upon their death.
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Earn Money as a Medical Marijuana Grow ConsultantMany medical marijuana patients simply don't have the energy, time, or strength to grow their own medicine. Marijuana grow consultants help people who can't help themselves.
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How Can I Save Money at the Supermarket?Saving cash at the supermarket doesn't have to be difficult. Here are some helpful hints and tips to easily start shaving unnecessary expenses from supermarket visits.
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How Can I Save Money on Gas?Gas is an expensive necessity for many people. This article will explain simple and cost effective ways to stretch every dollar out of your gas tank.
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Dummy Security CamerasJust because you can't afford a high dollar security system, it doesn't mean that you have to go without high dollar crime deterrence. Eventually, however, switching out faux cameras with real ones is a wise decision.
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Yakuza Initiation RitualThe yakuza initiation ritual is symbolically very important to the survival of the criminal organization. The ritual binds the initiate to the gang and requires that even the needs of wives and children come second to the needs of the yakuza.
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Gold Dispensing Vending MachinesATM style machines dispensing gold have officially landed in Boca Raton, FL.
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The Office of the First Lady of the United StatesContrary to popular belief, marrying a President isn't the only way to become the First Lady of the United States, but it's still pretty difficult.
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College Degrees for the Self EmployedThe idea of going back to school for one's degree seems redundant to many self employed small business owners, but an online education is a great way to further market a business while fulfilling a major life accomplishment.
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Work from Home as a Freelance CriticHow to put your expertise to money making use.
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Make Money as a Social Network GuruSocial networks have changed how people communicate. Now, they can change the way you make money.
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How to Increase Traffic to New SitesGetting a site up and running is relatively simple, but getting visitors to that site is an entirely different matter all together.
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How to Influence PoliticsFor some people, casting a vote once a year just isn't enough.
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Stay Safe and Stay Charged While Urban CampingPortable power and safety tips for the urban camper.
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The Qui Tam LawA little known law turns private citizens into fraud fighting bounty hunters.
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Point of Sale Systems for Mobile BusinessesAn overview of portable payment processing technology for mobile businesses.
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Uses for Index CardsAn overview of the many practical uses for an often overlooked item of stationery.
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What Happens when Military Police Arrest Military MembersA rough guide for civilians to learn more about military justice.
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Where Did "420" Come From?Many people associate the number 420 with smoking marijuana, but few actually know why.
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Zoho: Online Word ProcessingDump the thumb drives and hard drives, online word processing now makes it possible to store your files over the web and access them from anywhere in the world.
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Become a Resident of South DakotaWhy and how establishing residency in South Dakota can be a simple and money saving process.
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How to Prevent Job FraudJob fraud is a growing concern in the modern market place. This article will discuss simple steps that employers can take to reduce their chances of becoming a victim of job fraud.
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The Garrity RuleThe Garrity Rule is a 1967 U.S. Supreme Court decision that protects public employees from prosecution for alleged wrong doings...but does it expose the general public to additional and unnecessary risk?
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What is a Golf MarshalThese are the folks on the golf course who keep the pace and assist players.
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Associated Content Art ProjectA community art project for Associated Content providers.
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A Card Counting MethodA simple overview of how to do it.
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How to Win at Blackjack Without Counting CardsBe a winner at blackjack without having to learn how to count cards.
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San Francisco Police Patrol SpecialAn overview of San Francisco's private police force.
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Become a Minister OnlineThe Internet may have changed more things about our society than any other piece of technology in history.
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Observations of Military Law EnforcementMilitary law enforcement is a unique career field. This is a list of some of the lessons I learned during my time as a military cop.
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Living in a Haunted House?How to determine whether or not those noises in the night are the result of restless spirits or just loose floorboards.
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Buy a Noble TitleRoyal titles are now easier to get than ever. Thanks again to the power of the Internet.
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Surveillance Tactics for Private InvestigatorsSimple steps for private investigators to use while conducting surveillance.
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Importance of Design for Police CruisersA discussion of why internal design of a patrol vehicle is an important aspect of successful law enforcement and security operations.
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What is a Constable in Texas?An overview of this rarely seen local law-enforcement position.
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Exorcism MinistriesAn overview of Christian ministries that perform exorcisms.
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Overview of the San Antonio Park PoliceAn overview of the law enforcement arm of the San Antonio Department of Parks and Recreation.
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Washington State Liquor Control BoardAn overview of the cops who regulate alcohol and tobacco in Washington.
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History of the PaparazziAn overview of the foot soldiers on the front lines of the media wars.
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Make Money as a Book HunterAn overview of how to make money via the Internet as a freelance book hunter. -
Condo or Apartment?An overview of the difference between the two and the benefits of each.
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How to Live in Your CarA rough guide to roughing it.
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What to Do and See in Bellingham, WashingtonAn overview of tourist attractions that can be easy to miss.
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Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in Mount Vernon, WashingtonThe Skagit Valley Tulip Festival has been a staple of the Northern Washington landscape since the early 1980s.
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Sanitation Police - the Dirtiest Job in Law EnforcementAn overview of the New York Sanitation Police, who are responsible for preventing and investigating cases of illegal dumping and violations of sanitation regulations.
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History of the WeathermenAn overview of a violent communist revolutionary organization whose political protests often boasted bombs and explosive damage.
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U.S. Department of Transportation Special AgentsAn overview of the federal investigative branch of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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California Bureau of Narcotic EnforcementAn overview of California's efforts to win the war on drugs.
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Humane Society University in Washington, D.C. - Brief OverviewThe Humane Society University in Washington, D.C., is a private nonprofit school offering online and classroom instruction in human-animal studies.
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Los Angeles Police Department Art Theft DetailAn overview of the cops who are tasked with finding art stolen from Los Angeles.
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If You Were Affected by HaitiThe U.S. Department of State has posted information on its Web site about what people should do if they have been affected by the disaster in Haiti.
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The Los Angeles County PoliceAn overview of the Los Angeles County Police force.
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ASPCA Humane Law Enforcement DepartmentAn overview of the cops who prevent and investigate cruelty to animals.
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Guerrilla TourismA bare-knuckle way to see the country.
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How to Make Money Near Military BasesHere are some ways to fill a very special niche near military installations around the United States.
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Earn More as a Private InvestigatorMake more money by specializing in one aspect of private investigations. Potential clients are more likely to hire a specialist than a generalist.
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U.S. Patent BarPatent agents are non-lawyers who are authorized by the U.S. government to represent clients in patent court. No law degree is required, but some requirements must be met.
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How to Become a Psychologist OnlineHow to become a psychologist or marriage and family therapist through online education.
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What is Hulu?A new way to watch t.v. online.
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Careers in the Private Criminal Justice IndustryCriminal justice goes far beyond emergency services and public employment. Various opportunities also exist in private industry criminal justice concentrations.
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Benefits of Social NetworkingMany people seem to think that social networking sites like MySpace and FaceBook have ruined society. This article discusses why that only isn't not true, but how social networks have improved our society.
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Open Your Own SchoolAn overview of one website that lets users make money for teaching classes.
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How to Become a SpyAn overview of real life spying opportunities.
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How to Use Social Networks for Private InvestigationsAn overview of how private investigators can use social networking sites to solve cases.
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Finding Private Investigator JobsOne way to locate jobs on the Internet.
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Google Isn't EverythingAn overview of some of the less popular search engines out there.
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How to Overcome Fear of Freelance WritingAn overview of how to handle your fears in order to start a dream career.
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The Comedy of Ricky GervaisAn overview of what kind of comedy to expect from a Ricky Gervais show.
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Zazzle for FreelancersWhat it is and how to make money with it.
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Making Money with FactoidsAn overview of the article submission site Factoidz.com.
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Department of Education Special AgentsAn overview of the special agents charged with maintaining the integrity of the U.S. education system.
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U.S. Air Force Security ForcesAn overview of U.S. Air Force Police
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Metro Special PoliceAn overview of a private law enforcement company.
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Office of Secure Transportation Federal AgentsAn overview of the nuclear material couriers who keep America safe behind the scenes.
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Bureau of Indian Affairs Police OfficersAn overview of this little known law enforcement agency.
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Henley Putnam UniversityAn overview of an online university dedicated to intelligence, protection, and counter terrorism studies.
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The Teflon DonAn overview of the criminal life of "Teflon Don" John Gotti.
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Steven Seagal & the MafiaAn overview of the Steven Seagal/Mafia connection.
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Virtual Office Pros and ConsAn overview of a new trend in small business start ups.
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Mob WomenAn overview of women in the Mafia and the increasingly powerful and violent parts they play.
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The Taurus JudgeAn overview of a new option in personal defense.
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The Beretta CompanyAn overview of the weapons manufacturing company known worldwide.
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D.B. Cooper's Infamous HijackingAn overview of the only unsolved hijacking in the world.
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The RICO ActAn overview of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act as it relates to the Mafia.
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How to Become a Private Investigator in Washington StateAn overview of the licensing process.
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Volunteer Safety Patrol Organization - The Guardian AngelsAn overview of the volunteer safety patrol organization.
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Vincent "Vinny Ocean" PalermoRumored by many to have been the real life inspiration for HBOs hit dramatic character, Tony Soprano.
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The Organized Crime Division (OCD)An overview of the FBI section devoted to investigating and destroying organized crime efforts in the United States.
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The Aryan NationAn overview of the white supremacist organization.
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The Mexican MafiaAn Overview of "La Eme".
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Mafia Boss Joe BonnanoAn overview of a real life Mob Boss.
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The Mafia CommissionAn overview of the ruling body of La Cosa Nostra, or the American Mafia.
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The American LegionHow this organization helps and cares for military veterans.
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David Letterman BlackmailedPopular late night television host reveals he was the victim of blackmail.
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Ghost HuntingAn overview of the spookiest hobby ever.
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Chief Daryl Gates Professional BiographyA pioneer in law enforcement who spear headed various life saving programs and operations.
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U.S. Air Force Office of Special InvestigationsAn overview of the Air Force's lead criminal investigations agency.
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Coast Guard Investigative ServiceAn overview of the Coast Guard's criminal investigations and protection unit.
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California Alcoholic Beverage Control InvestigatorsRegulators of all things relating to the sale of alcohol in California.
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Federal Air MarshalsAn overview of the cops who protect the skies.
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Department of Veteran's Affairs PoliceOverview of the federal police who protect Department of Veteran's Affairs property.
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Kwajalein Atoll PoliceA private police force protects the Department of Defense Reagan Test Site in the Marshall Islands, 2,000 miles southwest of Hawaii.
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Mafia RanksAn overview of the American Mafia rank system.
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California Department of Motor Vehicles InvestigationsA brief overview of the law enforcement arm of the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
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California Department of Justice Special AgentsAn overview of the elite and highly trained group of law enforcement officers employed by the California Department of Justice to investigate civil and criminal cases statewide.
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The Cali Cartel: Drug Cartel ProfileA short history of what was at one time one of the most successful drug cartels in the world.
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Police Academy Self SponsorshipSelf sponsorship into a police academy is an option for adults considering a career in law enforcement but either don't have the time or desire to complete the lengthy law enforcement application process.
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Become a Police OfficerIf you think a career in law enforcement is for you, this article will provide a rough estimate of what you can expect from the hiring process.
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International Brotherhood of TeamstersOne of the largest trade unions in the world.
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Witizens of WirtlandClaiming to be the first internet based sovereign country, Wirtland grants citizenship, issues identification cards and publishes an official newspaper for citizens to enjoy.
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Survive as a Civilian Post MilitaryMany military members struggle when transitioning to civilian careers. These simple tips will help the former military member succeed in civilian business environments.
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The Liberation Tigers of TamilOn May 19, 2009 the leader of one of the most influential terrorist groups was reported dead. His death, in effect, ended a 26 year civil war. The terrorist organization was known as the "Tamil Tigers."
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How the U.S. Senate Fights the FilibusterOne of the most powerful tools in a Senator's arsenal is the filibuster. When used properly, it can have profound effects on our entire nation. Learn more about the filibuster and how it has been successfully used in the past.
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The Georgia Guidestones: America's StonehengeErected to deliver a message to a post-apocalyptic world the Georgia Guidestones stands away from tourist attractions and large crowds on a five acre plot in North East Georgia. Its origins are shadowy, but its message is clear.
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Urban ExplorationAn explanation of the underworld hobby of exploring unknown places, off limit locations and seldom seen city wonders.
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Federal Bounty Hunter LicenseWhy requiring Bounty Hunters to meet Federal licensing requirements is both unfair and not recommended.
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Bounty Hunting as a Part Time JobWith this recession looming, many full time workers are looking for part time jobs in fields unrelated to their area of expertise just to bring home some extra cash. Bounty hunting can prove to be a good option for many.
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Enlisting at SeventeenCurrently, the U.S. Military allows seventeen-year-olds to enlist with parental consent. This is not a debate of the issue, but a discussion on my own experiences being a seventeen year old serviceman.
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Are Netbooks All They're Cracked Up to Be?With all the buzz surrounding netbooks, why is it that few are ever really seen? Are netbooks really worth the price?
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MI5: Britain's SpiesThis article takes a look at the British intelligence service commonly referred to as the MI5. Topics include what their role is within the British government and an explanation behind its name.
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Military Policemen: Policing the MilitaryAn overview of what a military policeman is, what gives them the authority to enforce laws, and what separates the police of each branch from those of another.
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Why Go Green?Even if saving the environment isn't on the top of your list of reasons to go green, these financial reasons may motivate you to start doing your part.
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FreeRice.com: Fight Hunger One Question at a TimeFreerice.com is a quiz site that offers to donate food for every question you get right. Feed the world and improve your vocabulary!
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Make Money Online with Gather.ComHow to make money doing what you probably already do.
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Social Networking in Private InvestigationsAn article for private investigators that describes how social networking websites can be exploited to augment surveillance and intelligence gathering operations.
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Washington State Gambling Special AgentsGambling Special Agents in the State of Washington perform the necessary function of regulating the gambling industry in the state. This is a description of their duties and requirements for becoming a Gambling Special Agent.
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Internal Revenue Officers: An OverviewA look at Internal Revenue Officers. Who they are and what they do.
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The Swiss Guard: An OverviewA look at the Swiss Guard. Who they are and what they do.
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A Look at College AccreditationWhat is accreditation and why it is important.
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Love What You DoOn working for pleasure instead of money.
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Virtual Law SchoolA look at my virtual law school journey, starting at the beginning.
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The Cycle of IntelligenceA description of the intelligence cycle as used by the intelligence community.
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Overview of MicronationsA discussion of micronations and their politics.
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Quick Overview of Process ServingAn informational description of what a process server is and how they serve the criminal justice field. -
Writing in SeattleAn article about being a writer in Seattle.
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Become a Master of Fine ArtsA look at what a Master of Fine Arts degree is.
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Virtual Law DegreesA look at how the Internet can make you a lawyer.