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Papers by Monique Manna

Research paper thumbnail of "Donald Trump's Rhetoric and the Harm of 'Politically Correct' in America"

When we look back at Donald Trump during the course of his campaign, and now as our President, he... more When we look back at Donald Trump during the course of his campaign, and now as our President, he has never held back when speaking directly, not only to the American people, but, to the press as well. Many journalists passed this off as rhetoric. To many Americans, though, it was and is, exactly what they wanted to hear, someone who spoke their mind. But the question must be asked, has the way Donald Trump articulates himself, done him more harm than good? Has it hurt America as a whole or has it uncovered something that has been hidden behind the scenes just waiting for the opportune moment to surface? Have his words harmed Americans to the point where they need counseling, or has it harmed Americans who try to express their free speech by supporting him, or protesting against him as a president?
His words have had consequences on many Americans, from those who have supported him, and those who have not; both private and public. The fear of supporting him and not supporting him have cost people a right afforded to them under our Constitution, which is speech and expression. My intent with this paper is to show how the legacy of Donald Trump has exposed a crisis in America, the harm of being politically correct. For me, this is his legacy.

Research paper thumbnail of Levi Lincoln, Jr. and the Lincolns of Worcester: One Family’s Dedication to Public Service, the Military, and Their Role in the Civil War

At the start of the Civil War Worcester was a prospering city growing in population and leading t... more At the start of the Civil War Worcester was a prospering city growing in population and leading the way with manufacturing goods, both importing and exporting. It took good hardworking and dedicated people working together for the city to become what it was. During this time too, Worcester did house some of the wealthiest and most influential people in the Commonwealth, one of those families being the Lincolns.

The focus of my research is on Levi Lincoln Jr. and his family, and the roles they played during the Civil War.

At the onset of the Civil War, Levi Lincoln Jr. was nearing the end of his life. However, this did not stop him from doing everything he could to contribute in the effort of keeping the Union whole. Retired from public service for almost twenty-years, Lincoln made every effort to speak at engagements on the need to ensure the Union survived. And if failing health prohibited him from speaking, he made sure his voice was heard through letters that would be read to the public. The values he instilled in his children and grandchildren are seen too, as all served in the military, and most were dedicated to public service as well. Lincoln had one son and two grandsons who fought in the Civil War, one grandson marched through Baltimore in 1861 at the onset of the war.

Levi Lincoln Jr. Died in 1868, three years after the Civil War came to an end, he had lived long enough to see the Union succeed, and fellow Americans reunite. The Lincoln’s of Worcester, as can be seen with this research played a very active role in the Civil War, and much dedication should be awarded to this family for their service and roles with saving the Union.

The primary sources used for this paper were the Worcester Historical Museum, American Antiquarian Society, Massachusetts Historical Society, along with the aid of the digital collection through the Library of Congress, and scholarly articles. It was clear through my research of the Lincoln family and their love for the United States, the abolishment of slavery along with upholding the laws, and their dedication to public service.

Research paper thumbnail of Levi Lincoln, Jr., Stephen Salisbury II, and the Politics of Business

Not yet a city until 1848, Worcester experienced a growth spurt, not only in population but indus... more Not yet a city until 1848, Worcester experienced a growth spurt, not only in population but industry as well. The industrial period of the mid-nineteenth century is where we see Worcester placed on the map of a growing and prosperous hub of exporting manufactured goods. However, this did not happen overnight, and it took many people to make this happen. The focus of my research was on two people who helped in the growth of Worcester and how it became one of the leading exporters of manufactured goods in the nation, Levi Lincoln, Jr. and Stephen Salisbury, II. Both Lincoln and Salisbury were involved in politics, very wealthy and two of the most influential people in the community. My research also focused on how their influence and connections with their status may have aided in their own personal wealth, too. The focus of these two men was their involvement with the creation of the Blackstone Canal and the Railroads. The primary sources used to help aid me in my research were through the American Antiquarian Society, Worcester Historical Museum, and the Massachusetts Historical Society, along with the aid of the digital collection through the Library of Congress, and scholarly articles. Some of the connections with the influence these two men had over Worcester were quite evident in my research.

Research paper thumbnail of The Fourteenth Amendment: How States circumvented this, the precedent that was set, overturned, and then fully applied to the States.

My paper titled The Fourteenth Amendment: How States circumvented this, the precedent that was se... more My paper titled The Fourteenth Amendment: How States circumvented this, the precedent that was set, overturned, and then fully applied to the States is focused on segregation in public education. I researched back to 1848 where I found a case which was tried in the Massachusetts Supreme Court on segregation in the Boston City Schools. This was the Roberts v. City of Boston case. This case played a role in Plessy v. Ferguson, too. This paper lists the Supreme Court cases that paved the way for Plessy v. Ferguson being overturned. Plessy v. Ferguson was partially overturned with Sweatt v. Painter, then fully overturned with Brown v. The Board of Education of Topeka. Constitutional law is something I am very passionate about, the civil rights era as well. Whenever I am given the opportunity, I will research in these areas.

Research paper thumbnail of Fact or Myth: Was Eli Whitney the first to invent the cotton gin?

In 1794 Eli Whitney, a native of Westborough, Massachusetts improved technology on the cotton gin... more In 1794 Eli Whitney, a native of Westborough, Massachusetts improved technology on the cotton gin, which he then submitted the paperwork for a patent. However, it is widely perceived that Whitney invented the first cotton gin.

I was only allowed to use four sources with this paper. The main focus on writing the paper was to show how textbooks omit important facts. The misconception that Eli Whitney was the first inventor of the cotton gin has been proven. Yet, some textbooks continue to teach differently.

Research paper thumbnail of How Heman Marion Sweatt paved the way to change segregation laws during the Civil Rights era with “Sweatt v. Painter.”

One of the most famous landmark Supreme Court decisions that come to mind when discussing cases t... more One of the most famous landmark Supreme Court decisions that come to mind when discussing cases that fought for equal rights within public education is Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka. But Brown did not just happen on its own. There were other cases that led up to this which set precedence and created pathways to correct the injustices. One of those cases was Sweatt v. Painter, another landmark Supreme Court decision that is often overshadowed by the Brown decision. Sweatt v. Painter challenged the Separate but Equal doctrine.

Research paper thumbnail of Emmett Till and the Civil Rights Era: The story that must be told and taught in our public schools.

This an annotated bibliography with some resources that I find may better aid someone in the teac... more This an annotated bibliography with some resources that I find may better aid someone in the teaching and researching of the Emmett Till tragedy. A tragedy in our time that should never be forgotten; one that should be taught to our children to help better educate them on the tragedy that took place, and something the government and people of the United States could no longer ignore, the black community and the hatred of the white men which surrounded it.

Research paper thumbnail of Bystanders of the Nazi Regime

The Holocaust, a tragedy in our world that took place at the hands of a madman, Adolf Hitler. How... more The Holocaust, a tragedy in our world that took place at the hands of a madman, Adolf Hitler. How could one man have led the German nation to such hatred which resulted in the extermination of six million Jews? Another question, perhaps to ask is; “how could those watching let it happen?”

For my Nazi Germany class, my final paper had to be on something that happened during World War II. My decision for this paper was to do this on bystanders. Even with this paper, it is still hard to fathom how so many people could turn a blind eye.

“It appears, except those few who wanted to help, that selfishness and hatred took over. People also justified their actions to fit with the new laws that were in place. But because it is a law, does it make it right to do harm unto others, when one knows it is wrong? It also appears that fear played some role in the mind of the bystander. However, I did not uncover too much evidence of that.” ~MM

Research paper thumbnail of The Threat We Face from Being Politically Correct

Three years ago I felt so strongly on how being politically correct is hindering the right to fre... more Three years ago I felt so strongly on how being politically correct is hindering the right to free speech and expression, I wrote my final paper for my US Constitutions class on this. I feel just as strongly about this today, as I did then. We as American's cannot and should not be silenced on something we believe in or fear it may offend someone. Voices matter and difference of opinions offer debate.

The purpose of this paper is to highlight the threat that America faces, that of being politically correct.

Research paper thumbnail of "Donald Trump's Rhetoric and the Harm of 'Politically Correct' in America"

When we look back at Donald Trump during the course of his campaign, and now as our President, he... more When we look back at Donald Trump during the course of his campaign, and now as our President, he has never held back when speaking directly, not only to the American people, but, to the press as well. Many journalists passed this off as rhetoric. To many Americans, though, it was and is, exactly what they wanted to hear, someone who spoke their mind. But the question must be asked, has the way Donald Trump articulates himself, done him more harm than good? Has it hurt America as a whole or has it uncovered something that has been hidden behind the scenes just waiting for the opportune moment to surface? Have his words harmed Americans to the point where they need counseling, or has it harmed Americans who try to express their free speech by supporting him, or protesting against him as a president?
His words have had consequences on many Americans, from those who have supported him, and those who have not; both private and public. The fear of supporting him and not supporting him have cost people a right afforded to them under our Constitution, which is speech and expression. My intent with this paper is to show how the legacy of Donald Trump has exposed a crisis in America, the harm of being politically correct. For me, this is his legacy.

Research paper thumbnail of Levi Lincoln, Jr. and the Lincolns of Worcester: One Family’s Dedication to Public Service, the Military, and Their Role in the Civil War

At the start of the Civil War Worcester was a prospering city growing in population and leading t... more At the start of the Civil War Worcester was a prospering city growing in population and leading the way with manufacturing goods, both importing and exporting. It took good hardworking and dedicated people working together for the city to become what it was. During this time too, Worcester did house some of the wealthiest and most influential people in the Commonwealth, one of those families being the Lincolns.

The focus of my research is on Levi Lincoln Jr. and his family, and the roles they played during the Civil War.

At the onset of the Civil War, Levi Lincoln Jr. was nearing the end of his life. However, this did not stop him from doing everything he could to contribute in the effort of keeping the Union whole. Retired from public service for almost twenty-years, Lincoln made every effort to speak at engagements on the need to ensure the Union survived. And if failing health prohibited him from speaking, he made sure his voice was heard through letters that would be read to the public. The values he instilled in his children and grandchildren are seen too, as all served in the military, and most were dedicated to public service as well. Lincoln had one son and two grandsons who fought in the Civil War, one grandson marched through Baltimore in 1861 at the onset of the war.

Levi Lincoln Jr. Died in 1868, three years after the Civil War came to an end, he had lived long enough to see the Union succeed, and fellow Americans reunite. The Lincoln’s of Worcester, as can be seen with this research played a very active role in the Civil War, and much dedication should be awarded to this family for their service and roles with saving the Union.

The primary sources used for this paper were the Worcester Historical Museum, American Antiquarian Society, Massachusetts Historical Society, along with the aid of the digital collection through the Library of Congress, and scholarly articles. It was clear through my research of the Lincoln family and their love for the United States, the abolishment of slavery along with upholding the laws, and their dedication to public service.

Research paper thumbnail of Levi Lincoln, Jr., Stephen Salisbury II, and the Politics of Business

Not yet a city until 1848, Worcester experienced a growth spurt, not only in population but indus... more Not yet a city until 1848, Worcester experienced a growth spurt, not only in population but industry as well. The industrial period of the mid-nineteenth century is where we see Worcester placed on the map of a growing and prosperous hub of exporting manufactured goods. However, this did not happen overnight, and it took many people to make this happen. The focus of my research was on two people who helped in the growth of Worcester and how it became one of the leading exporters of manufactured goods in the nation, Levi Lincoln, Jr. and Stephen Salisbury, II. Both Lincoln and Salisbury were involved in politics, very wealthy and two of the most influential people in the community. My research also focused on how their influence and connections with their status may have aided in their own personal wealth, too. The focus of these two men was their involvement with the creation of the Blackstone Canal and the Railroads. The primary sources used to help aid me in my research were through the American Antiquarian Society, Worcester Historical Museum, and the Massachusetts Historical Society, along with the aid of the digital collection through the Library of Congress, and scholarly articles. Some of the connections with the influence these two men had over Worcester were quite evident in my research.

Research paper thumbnail of The Fourteenth Amendment: How States circumvented this, the precedent that was set, overturned, and then fully applied to the States.

My paper titled The Fourteenth Amendment: How States circumvented this, the precedent that was se... more My paper titled The Fourteenth Amendment: How States circumvented this, the precedent that was set, overturned, and then fully applied to the States is focused on segregation in public education. I researched back to 1848 where I found a case which was tried in the Massachusetts Supreme Court on segregation in the Boston City Schools. This was the Roberts v. City of Boston case. This case played a role in Plessy v. Ferguson, too. This paper lists the Supreme Court cases that paved the way for Plessy v. Ferguson being overturned. Plessy v. Ferguson was partially overturned with Sweatt v. Painter, then fully overturned with Brown v. The Board of Education of Topeka. Constitutional law is something I am very passionate about, the civil rights era as well. Whenever I am given the opportunity, I will research in these areas.

Research paper thumbnail of Fact or Myth: Was Eli Whitney the first to invent the cotton gin?

In 1794 Eli Whitney, a native of Westborough, Massachusetts improved technology on the cotton gin... more In 1794 Eli Whitney, a native of Westborough, Massachusetts improved technology on the cotton gin, which he then submitted the paperwork for a patent. However, it is widely perceived that Whitney invented the first cotton gin.

I was only allowed to use four sources with this paper. The main focus on writing the paper was to show how textbooks omit important facts. The misconception that Eli Whitney was the first inventor of the cotton gin has been proven. Yet, some textbooks continue to teach differently.

Research paper thumbnail of How Heman Marion Sweatt paved the way to change segregation laws during the Civil Rights era with “Sweatt v. Painter.”

One of the most famous landmark Supreme Court decisions that come to mind when discussing cases t... more One of the most famous landmark Supreme Court decisions that come to mind when discussing cases that fought for equal rights within public education is Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka. But Brown did not just happen on its own. There were other cases that led up to this which set precedence and created pathways to correct the injustices. One of those cases was Sweatt v. Painter, another landmark Supreme Court decision that is often overshadowed by the Brown decision. Sweatt v. Painter challenged the Separate but Equal doctrine.

Research paper thumbnail of Emmett Till and the Civil Rights Era: The story that must be told and taught in our public schools.

This an annotated bibliography with some resources that I find may better aid someone in the teac... more This an annotated bibliography with some resources that I find may better aid someone in the teaching and researching of the Emmett Till tragedy. A tragedy in our time that should never be forgotten; one that should be taught to our children to help better educate them on the tragedy that took place, and something the government and people of the United States could no longer ignore, the black community and the hatred of the white men which surrounded it.

Research paper thumbnail of Bystanders of the Nazi Regime

The Holocaust, a tragedy in our world that took place at the hands of a madman, Adolf Hitler. How... more The Holocaust, a tragedy in our world that took place at the hands of a madman, Adolf Hitler. How could one man have led the German nation to such hatred which resulted in the extermination of six million Jews? Another question, perhaps to ask is; “how could those watching let it happen?”

For my Nazi Germany class, my final paper had to be on something that happened during World War II. My decision for this paper was to do this on bystanders. Even with this paper, it is still hard to fathom how so many people could turn a blind eye.

“It appears, except those few who wanted to help, that selfishness and hatred took over. People also justified their actions to fit with the new laws that were in place. But because it is a law, does it make it right to do harm unto others, when one knows it is wrong? It also appears that fear played some role in the mind of the bystander. However, I did not uncover too much evidence of that.” ~MM

Research paper thumbnail of The Threat We Face from Being Politically Correct

Three years ago I felt so strongly on how being politically correct is hindering the right to fre... more Three years ago I felt so strongly on how being politically correct is hindering the right to free speech and expression, I wrote my final paper for my US Constitutions class on this. I feel just as strongly about this today, as I did then. We as American's cannot and should not be silenced on something we believe in or fear it may offend someone. Voices matter and difference of opinions offer debate.

The purpose of this paper is to highlight the threat that America faces, that of being politically correct.