This book provides an expanded conceptualization of legalization that focuses on implementation of obligation, precision, and delegation at the international and domestic levels of politics. By adding domestic politics and the actors to the international level of analysis, the authors add the insights of Kenneth Waltz, Graham Allison, and Louis Henkin to understand why most international law is developed and observed most of the time. However, the authors argue that law-breaking and law-distorting occurs as a part of negative legalization. Consequently, the book offers a framework for understanding how international law both produces and undermines order and justice. The authors also draw from realist, liberal, constructivist, cosmopolitan and critical theories to analyse how legalization can both build and/or undermine consensus, which results in either positive or negative legalization of international law. The authors argue that legalization is a process over time and not just a snapshot in time.
From the NPR host of The Indicator podcast and correspondent for Planet Money comes a guide for how today's women can apply the principles of 16th-century philosopher Niccol Machiavelli to their work lives and finally shatter the glass ceiling once and for all--perfect for fans of Feminist Fight Club, Lean In, and Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office. Women have been making strides towards equality for decades, or so we're so often told. They've been increasingly entering male-dominated areas of the workforce and consistently surpassing their male peers in grades, university attendance, and degrees. They've recently stormed the political arena with a vengeance. But despite all of this, the payoff is--quite literally--not there: the gender pay gap has held steady at about 20% since 2000. And the number of female CEOs for Fortune 500 companies has actually been declining. So why, in the age of #MeToo and #TimesUp, is the glass ceiling still holding strong? And how can we shatter it for once and for all? Stacy Vanek Smith's advice: ask Machiavelli. Using The Prince as a guide and with charm and wit, Smith applies Renaissance politics to the 21st century, and demonstrates how women can take and maintain power in careers where they have long been cast as second-best. Based on the latest research, tips from successful women across many industries, and experiences from Smith's own life, Machiavelli for Women is a powerful, entertaining, and inspirational guide for a new generation of successful women.
If you are looking for a quality childrens Bible study with a proven track record, then Stacey Smiths Children of Faith is just what you need. For many years, we incorporated Children of Faith into our churchs curriculum with tremendous success. The simple structure and solid, biblically-based lessons were easy to use and gave the children a Christian foundation for life. Stacey is a wonderful teacher, mother, and homeschooler, and a superb writer you can count on. Dr. Randy Colver, author, pastor and teacher at Coweta Community Church I home-schooled my four children for twelve years while using Staceys Children of Faith as my Bible curriculum. The Scriptures became very practical and well understood as we studied, prayed, and used the crafts. My children used the prayer guide for years. I believe there are many more children and adults who would genuinely grow in their love and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.Sharlott Williams
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety. -Psalm 4:8 Pregnant mothers on bed rest are often fearful, anxious, bored, tired, uncomfortable, hurting, lonely, stressed, and feel helpless. Yet, they can only 'be still' for their unborn children. In this vulnerable state they need God most. This devotional will bring them close to God as He carries them through. Each devotion contains encouraging Bible verses, insights from a mom who has been there and felt God hold her in her weakness, song suggestions to lift spirits and prompt worship, and tips for surviving bed rest.
Stacey Smith wrote Sabotaged by Emotions while experiencing severe depression. Her heart's desire is to share the reality of living with painful emotions, and how she experiences inner peace, love, and happiness once again. Sabotaged by Emotions will help people who suffer from a mental illness, the people who support them, and give insight into the emotional pain for the medical community. There are a variety of approaches she embarks on to get better. Her spiritual life is foundational. Psychiatric drugs, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and counseling help tremendously. She works with a medical doctor who is also a Natural Pathologist. Overcoming painful emotions is not only an emotional challenge; it is spiritual and physical as well. have had the privilege of knowing Stacey from the beginning of her healing journey. There have been many dark days when Stacey felt she could not go on. Thanks to her faith, family, friends, tenacity, and amazing creativity, she is experiencing major breakthroughs. This book is a chronicle of the struggles and of the tools used to help her find the hope and strength needed to come out on the other side of her emotion and mental struggles. Gretchen H. Peacock, D.M.F.T., L.P.C. Stacey grew up in Montana, and moved to Georgia to play oboe in the Army band. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Education and taught for over twenty years. One of her most powerful childhood memories is camping and backpacking in the mountains of Montana. Stacey is now a wife and mother of five lovely daughters. She has suffered from depression periodically throughout her life. Stacey's love for the Lord and her family empowers her to work on the difficult tasks of taking care of herself as well as improving her thought life that is sabotaging her emotions.
This title sxplores the love-hate relationship between the USA and China through the experience of Chinese students caught between the two countries. The book sheds light on China's ambivelance towards the Western influence, and the use of educational and cultural exhanges as a political device.
For Every Mom Who’s Weary, Tired, and Waving the White Flag Being a mom is challenging no matter how long you’ve been doing it. You want to give your best to your family but pouring yourself out each day can leave you exhausted, overwhelmed, and feeling like you have nothing left to offer. In Unraveled, authors and fellow moms Stacey Thacker and Brooke McGlothlin encourage you to start finding strength and peace in the One who loves you most. You’ll encounter the God who comforts you with truth and hope as He walks at your side. Get ready to… invite God to work His wonders within your life’s messiness embrace His heart and purpose for you and your family experience the joy and freedom of navigating life’s trials at His side Amidst the everyday chaos of motherhood, let the power of God’s grace transform your weaknesses and shortcomings into a beautiful portrait of His glory. Join Stacey and Brooke on the road from weariness to hope.
Performing on the hugely popular American Idol television show in 2007 almost ruined Phil Stacey's life. Fame, and the temptations that came with it, led this part-time worship pastor to a dark place. Eventually Phil cut through the confusion, realizing that he was created not for entertaining people or for fame but for one thing--to worship God. In Made to Worship, Phil shares the exciting details of his quick rise to fame as well as the resulting emptiness it offered him. You'll be encouraged as you read how Phil escaped the lure of an empty idol and instead experienced the fullness of God. And you'll be amazed by how God ultimately used Phil's notoriety to spread the gospel around the world. You can use your talents and skills to worship God and to share the gospel with others in a unique way that fits you and your family. Read about Phil's encounter with fame--and how the notoriety from this world-renowned show surprisingly opened doors for Phil to spread the gospel and minister to others. Like Phil, you'll learn that we only find true fulfillment when we find it in Jesus Christ.
This book examines how mass democracy was understood before public opinion could be measured by polls. It demonstrates how novels by Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville, Fanny Fern, Harriet Jacobs, and James Fenimore Cooper attempt to understand a public organized by political discourse and informal social networks.
Organizational communication impacts service efficiency and productivity. An increase in federal funding to strengthen communication within the airport stakeholders has failed to deliver expected results. The purpose of this qualitative case study is to explore whether miscommunication among the TSA agents and airport employees relates to effective implementation of airport security policies. The central research question focuses on the degree to which miscommunication between the TSA and airlines regarding prohibited items at security checkpoints impeded the effective execution of federal law regarding carry on luggage on commercial aircraft. Using Weick’s organizational information theory, this study examines the implementation of airport security policy focusing on communication between government and industry organizations. A sample of 13 private airline employees and 7 airport employees at a large U.S. commercial airport participated in the study. Data was collected via semi structured interview questions. Data was coded and analyzed following an inductive coding strategy. According to study results, there is very little evidence of miscommunications between government and airline stakeholders regarding policy changes and expectations related to security procedures. However, miscommunication about the same policy changes to consumers confuses travelers, which may explain incidences of prohibited items at the security checkpoints. Implications for positive social change related to this study may assist policy makers in clarifying language to better inform travelers about security changes and prohibited items, the objective of which will promote safer flying experiences, reduce the potential for harm, and result in more expedient traveling.
The definitive source for choosing the optimal herbal therapy- thoroughly revised and updated. Millions of Americans are turning to herbal therapies to heal what ails them-either as an alternative or as a supplement to traditional medicine. From the most trusted name in natural healing, Phyllis A. Balch's new edition of Prescription for Herbal Healing provides the most current research and comprehensive facts in an easy-to-read A- to-Z format, including: Information on more than 200 herbs and herbal combination formulas, ranging from well-known herbs, such as ginseng and St. John's Wort, to less familiar remedies, such as khella and prickly ash Chinese and ayurvedic herbal combinations Discussion of more than 150 common disorders from acne to yeast infection, and suggested herbal treatment therapies
From the authors of Hope for the Weary Mom comes a new 40-day devotional. Jesus promises rest to those who seek Him. But how can a weary mom find rest in Jesus when she doesn't know Him? How can she build her life on the truth of His Word when she doesn't know it? Hope for the Weary Mom Devotional offers 40 truths every mom needs to know in a devotional format—easy for a busy mom to fit in her life. Discover how to live dependently upon Jesus as His Word becomes more rooted in your heart. move from weariness to hope in your God-given role as mom. focus on who God is and how He moves and works in your life. Each devotion includes a prayer, Scripture, and questions for reflection. You'll be moved to deeper truth and be left with a hunger for more of God's Word.
Journey Into the Glory In Powerful Encounters in the God-Realm, you will accompany several very credible witnesses on their spiritual journeys and experiences in the glory and the supernatural. As they share insights from their moments in the supernatural, you will be awed as you learn when they learned. Yet, most importantly, you will find insights that will guide you to that sphere of supernatural encounter. Patricia King says, “Every Christian has an invitation to experience that glories of that realm NOW!” Read, enjoy, and then...encounter!
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