Who is Thales in London?

Samuel Johnson’s London prominently features the character of Thales, whose discontent with London is causing him to leave imminently. Thales and his friend, the poem’s narrator, are in London on the banks of the River Thames waiting for a boat to take Thales away. He is headed for Wales on the southwestern edge of Britain.
As they wait, the two converse about the current state of English society and politics. Thales declaims passionately about the dreadful conditions that he feels compelled to escape. He names a range of ills from petty vices through systemic corruption. As a young man, he sees no future fulfillment will be possible. The poet uses this character as the mouthpiece for his critique of English society, especially the Tory government of Robert Walpole.

What system of government does the United States have?

While there are many types of government that exist today (democracy, democratic republic, dictatorship, monarchy, theocracy, etc), there are only three systems of government (unitary, federal, and confederal) that exist. Over the course of it's history, the United States has experience with all three of these systems, which will be discussed below. To be direct, however, the United States has a federal system of government under the U.S. Constitution.
Systems of government are usually identified by where the authority within a country lies, rather than who has that authority. Types of government are identified by the latter. Below is a description of each system, along with an example of a time when the United States experimented with each.
Systems of Government

Unitary: A unitary system of government is characterized by a country having a strong, central government. This means that while power is centralized and laws are uniform throughout the country, there is very little regional control, which can cause citizens who live in areas further from that central authority to feel "out-of-touch" with their government. Example: Prior to the American Revolution, Britain ruled the colonists from afar through it's unitary system of government. While King George III did send royal governors to rule over some colonies, those regional leaders only had authority under the direction of the King. Therefore, the strong central authority that ruled over the colonies, was literally located an ocean away in Britain. As the colonies grew in population and production, Britain increased regulation, leading the colonists to question whether another system of government would allow them more regional control.

Confederal: A confederal system of government is characterized as one in which there is simply a loose alliance of independent states. Unlike a unitary system, regional governments have most of the authority over their citizens, but there is still a weak central authority. Example: When the British colonists declared independence, they set up a blueprint for government referred to as the Articles of Confederation. Under that system, the newly independent states each created their own governments under their own constitutions and formed their own laws. Essentially, the state of Massachusetts was an entirely different country than the state of Virginia. However, with lack of a strong central authority to solidify their alliance, the states often found themselves at odds with each other. Due to the weak nature of a central government to solve this issues in a confederal system, the Articles of Confederation was sure to fail if major revisions were not made.

Federal: A federal system of government is characterized by a country having a division of authority between its strong central government and its regional governments. Both the central and regional governments have the power to make laws which may apply to all citizens in the country (in the case of the central government) or all citizens in the state (in the case of the regional government). Example: The Articles of Confederation failed because the confederal government lacked a central government with the authority to hold the regional governments accountable to the alliance they created on many fronts. Whereas a unitary government gave the central authority too much power (as seen through the King's abuse of power), the confederal government had stripped it's power completely. Therefore, the men who met to make revisions established through the United States Constitution, a division of powers between the states (located in state capitols) and the national government (located in Washington D.C.). This is the current system of government holds citizens accountable to their respective states and the national government, and holds the states accountable to the national government and each other.

Several different terms describe the government of the United States. The main feature of the government of the United States is democracy, or a system of government whereby people exercise authority over the government by voting. The United States is not a direct democracy but an indirect form of democracy. In a direct democracy, eligible voters cast votes for the laws and regulations governing them. The United States is an indirect democracy whereby eligible voters vote for representatives to pass laws on their behalf and, for lack of a better term, act as a watchdog over the administration of the government by civil servants.
Some political scientists refer to the government of the United States as a democratic republic. A democratic republic is a hybrid between democracy and a republic. A republic form of government refers to a government ruled by representatives and an elected president as opposed to a monarch. Eligible voters vote, as in other forms of democracy, for representatives. The problem with this term and why it may no longer be applicable to the United States is that many governments claim to be democratic republics in that voters vote for representatives. However, in many places, those representatives are chosen by a committee or by the ruling party, essentially limiting the choice of voters to candidates that are representative of the people in power or the ruling party. An example of this is North Korea. Led by a dictator, the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) and Provincial People's Assemblies (PPA) run the country. North Korean citizens vote for members of the SPA or PPA but have no say in government policy.
A more accurate description of the United States would be a democratic presidential republic, if you were to use the term.
Another term/concept you may be familiar with is a representative democracy. Representative government is a government where eligible voters elect representatives to serve and make laws on their behalf. Certainly, that describes the United States accurately. Other political scientists prefer the term constitutional republic because the Constitution guides the democratic process, and the branches of government (theoretically) have equal weight. To make the description more accurate, political scientists will add the word federal to constitutional republic, as the federal government supersedes state and local authority.
Whatever term you use to describe the government of the United States, it should include the word democratic, as voters still are the arbiter of political power as it is exercised in the United States. I suppose if a person really wanted to be accurate, they would call the United States a democratic constitutional representative presidential republic—but that would be too long. I suggest the form of government of the United States is a democratic representative form of government.

What character traits does Cassius demonstrate in act 1, scene 2, as he tries to persuade Brutus to join the conspiracy?

Cassius reveals his crafty, manipulative personality in act 1, scene 2, as he begins to influence Brutus into conspiring against Julius Caesar. Cassius is an astute man who recognizes Brutus's integrity and noble character. He is aware that Brutus is motivated by honor and is not a selfish individual, which is why he carefully poses the argument for Caesar's death in a way that makes it seem like they will be saving the Roman populace from tyranny. Cassius appeals to Brutus's noble personality and prestigious family history by mentioning Brutus's famous ancestor who saved the Republic by defeating a tyrant. During their conversation, Cassius is also portrayed as an articulate man who displays his capacity for dissembling. He does not betray his true intentions for using Caesar's death for personal gain and instead portrays himself as a concerned senator who desires to protect the Roman populace from tyranny and to defend the Republic, which noble Romans fought to establish. Cassius's psychological insight into Brutus's motivating factors and his ability to pose an intriguing, moving argument depict him as an astute, convincing politician.

Cassius shows considerable cunning in persuading Brutus to join the conspiracy. He also displays great psychological insight into what makes Brutus tick. He knows that Brutus has a very high opinion of himself as well as a devotion to noble ideals. Cassius plays upon this, as well as Brutus's famed honesty and integrity, to try to get him involved in the assassination plot. Though Cassius himself is largely motivated by personal gain, he's aware that Brutus has much more noble motives in life. Brutus cares for the good of Rome, and genuinely believes that his friend Caesar plans to destroy the Republic and make himself king. Cassius exploits Brutus's concerns to the full, presenting his opposition to Caesar as being borne out of a love of liberty, which is under serious threat from Caesar.

According to Gilgamesh’s dream what is his role on earth? Do you think he’s lived up to this role?

Gilgamesh dreams of epic journeys and dangerous challenges that reflect his real-life adventures. In his dreams—which are projected by gods to mortals as a form of communication—Gilgamesh is a not necessarily a hero, but a sojourner seeking the meaning of existence, and even the key to everlasting existence.
In actuality, Gilgamesh is a young arrogant king who has brutish ways. However, when Enkidu dies—his half-human, half-beast companion—Gilgamesh begins to question his ways and goes on a quest to seek immortality. Gilgamesh's dreams are also central to the narrative in that they influence his growth as a person. For instance, he has two major dreams: a meteor falling to earth and an axe appearing by his door. These dreams are riddles to important lessons in life and were give to him by the gods.
So in this sense, the dreams of Gilgamesh help develop his actual personality. The dreams also show him the future, including instances in which he could be killed, but he is spared by the gods. In the end, it was the heroic and orderly Enkidu who showed Gilgamesh how to be a caring and thoughtful leader to his people.
http://uruk-warka.dk/Gilgamish/The%20Epic%20of%20Gilgamesh.pdf

https://repository.up.ac.za/bitstream/handle/2263/22989/Complete.pdf?sequence=11

Why was Snape the Half-Blood Prince? What was the theory behind him?

Snape used "The Half Blood Prince" as a pseudonym. He is the Half Blood Prince first and foremost because he chose it as a name. The meaning behind the name is twofold. First, he was the child of a muggle, Tobias Snape, and a witch, Eileen Prince. Thus his bloodline half magical and half muggle. Second, his the name refers to his mother's maiden name, Prince.
Throughout the book, Harry's theory is that Snape is working for Voldemort and is a threat to Hogwarts. This theory builds on Harry's dislike and distrust of Snape in previous books. The Half Blood Prince provides conflicting information on Snape's loyalties. Dumbledore assures Harry that Snape is on their side, but Snape kills Dumbledore. Even then, Snape protects Harry and Draco, suggesting he has complicated or conflicting motivations.
In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, we gain more context for Snape's actions, learning that Dumbledore was mortally ill and arenged his murder with Snape, but as The Half Blood Prince closes, Snape appears as a dark and confusing character

Snape calls himself the Half-Blood Prince because he is the child of a witch and a muggle. His mother, the witch, is Eileen Prince, and his father, the muggle, is Tobias Snape. Hermione discovers this.
Harry Potter's theory about Snape in this volume is that Snape and Draco are working in league with Voldemort, which makes Harry alarmed that Snape is his Dark Arts teacher. Yet the information he gleans about Snape is confusing, especially as Dumbledore tells Harry he believes Snape is on their side.
Snape kills Dumbledore but also protects Harry from the Death Eaters. Harry finds himself surprised as he learns of Snape's history. He notes the similarities between Voldemort's ancestry and Snape's. As this volume ends, we realize it will take another volume to sort out Snape's loyalties and agenda. In the end, we will find out that, because of Harry's mother, Snape was on Harry's side. However, Snape is, throughout the series, a dark, confusing, and complex character.

How does a management position differ from other positions within the healthcare organization? What qualities are needed to be successful in a management position?

I’m assuming you are asking about a healthcare services organization, which is different than a healthcare products company. Those involved in healthcare management provide leadership and direction to personal health services organizations and the divisions, departments, units, or services within them. It might seem that healthcare management and healthcare administration could be used interchangeably. In fact, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics makes no distinction between the two job titles, instead using the term Health and Medical Services Managers to describe both healthcare managers and health administrators.
However, while there can be some synergy between the two roles, their functions can vary depending on the department they are supporting and demand for their services. Healthcare administrators supervise the staff at a medical facility, which could range from a large hospital to a small private physician’s office. Their duties could entail overseeing just one department or the entire facility, depending on both the organization’s needs and the availability of other administrators.
Healthcare administrators are tasked with ensuring the facility runs smoothly, including managing staffing and finances while keeping abreast of continually changing healthcare regulations and cutbacks. A successful healthcare administrator needs to have a detailed understanding of the type of medical research or treatment offered by the facility they are supporting in order to correctly address its specific staffing demands. Being familiar with the facility’s particular healthcare division methodology in order to understand the best ways to incorporate its employees is also a huge asset.
Healthcare managers, however, have a broader function within a medical facility. Similar to the human resources (HR) role within a business organization, healthcare managers are responsible for a facility’s daily operations such as budgeting, patient care, organizational issues, and general business concerns. This might involve liaising with a hospital board to determine ways to better manage the hospital's structure or providing an action plan in a crisis situation. If the facility where they work is smaller in size, their role could expand to satisfy HR requirements. One way a healthcare manager can ensure success is to become specialized in accounting along with healthcare to help broaden the skills required to address the needs of the facility. It is important for a healthcare manager to focus on the facility’s overall operational needs, being mindful that daily staff management falls under the role of the administrator.
http://samples.jbpub.com/9780763759643/59643_CH02_5289.pdf

https://mhadegree.org/healthcare-management-vs-administration-core-differences/

https://www.topmastersinhealthcare.com/faq/is-there-a-career-differences-between-healthcare-management-and-healthcare-administration/

From his treatment of Tiresias and Creon, what can we determine of Oedipus’ character?

BY AFOLABI FARAMADE
Sophocles' Oedipus Rex is regarded as the masterpiece of ancient Greek tragedy.In the play,an oracle foretold that the child born to Laius,King of Thebes by his wife,Queen Jocasta would slay his father and marry his mother.As soon as the child was born,the infant's feet were fastened together and was left to die on Mount Cithaeron. However,a shepherd rescued the child ,named him Oedipus or "swollen feet"as his feet had been tightly bound by Laius and took him to his master,Polybus, the King of Corinth who was childless. Polybus adopted the child and the boy grew up believing that he was indeed the King's son.
Afterwards,doubting his parentage ,he consulted the oracle at Delphi and learnt of the earlier prophecy that he would kill his father and marry his mother.Desperate to avoid this terrible fate,he fled from Corinth and during his flight to Thebes,he encountered and unwittingly killed his real father,Laius unaware of each other's true identities thereby fulfilling the earlier prophecy that Laius would be slain by his own son.It should be noted that Oedipus' pride and anger made him to murder Laius.
Arriving at Thebes,he solved the riddle of the Sphinx and the grateful Thebans rewarded him by making him their king.Upon ascending the throne,he married the widowed queen,Jocasta and they had two children together.Thus,unknown to all of the characters,the prophecy was fulfilled. However,a grievous plague afflicted the city and the people .Oedipus sent Creon,the queen's brother, to Delphi to consult the oracle of Apollo.It was revealed that the cause was pollution of the land since the murderer of their former king,Laius,had never been caught or brought to justice.Oedipus vowed to find the murderer and cursed him for the plague that he had caused.
The blind prophet,Tiresias,was summoned for help.When Tiresias arrived,he claimed to know the answers to Oedipus' questions but he refused to speak.He advised Oedipus to abandon the search because the truth would bring pain. Oedipus displayed his characteristic anger and rage due to Tiresias refusal and verbally accused him of complicity in Laius' murder. Provoked by this hasty accusation,Tiresias revealed that Oedipus himself was the murderer and the cause of pollution in Thebes.Oedipus could not understand how this could be and concluded that the prophet was in a conspiracy with Creon to undermine him. At this point,Oedipus ordered that Creon be executed,convinced that he was plotting against him to take over the throne.Creon denied the accusation,saying he was not interested in becoming the king because of the responsibilities that come with being the king.It was after the intervention of Jocasta and the Chorus of Theban Elders that Oedipus was pacified.Meanwhile, both Oedipus and Tiresias argued vehemently as Oedipus mocked Tiresias' lack of sight and Tiresias replied that it was Oedipus himself that was blind.
Queen Jocasta urged Oedipus to ignore the prophets and oracles because many years ago,she and Laius received a prophecy which never came through.This prophecy said that Laius would be killed by his own son,but as everyone knew,Laius was actually killed by bandits at a crossroads on the way to Delphi. The mention of crossroads rattled Oedipus and suddenly became worried that Tiresias' revelation might actually be true .
When a messenger from Corinth brought the news of the death of King Polybus, Oedipus shocked everyone with his apparent happiness at the news ,as he regarded it as proof that could never kill his father.However,he still feared that he might somehow commit incest with his mother.The messenger,eager to ease the tension in Oedipus mind, advised him not to worry because Queen Merope of Corinth was not in fact his real mother .The messenger turned out to be the very shepherd who had looked after the abandoned child which he later took to Corinth and gave to King Polybus for adoption.He was also the very same shepherd who witnessed the murder of Laius.By now,Jocasta was beginning to realize the truth and desperately begged Oedipus to stop asking further questions.The shepherd did not want to say anything more,but Oedipus pressed him threatening him with torture or execution until it finally emerged that the child he gave away to King Polybus was Laius' own son.
With the truth finally revealed,Oedipus cursed himself and his tragic destiny as the Chorus of Theban Elders lamented how even a great man cold be felled by fate. Jocasta hanged herself;while Oedipus in final despair took the two long gold brooches from Jocasta's dress and plunged them into his own eyes.Now blind,Oedipus begged to be be exiled and requested Creon to look after his two daughters,Antigone and Ismene.The play ended as the Chorus wailed:"Count no man happy till he dies free of pain at last. "
While it can be argued that despite his best efforts to avert the prophecy surrounding his destiny, Oedipus also contributed to the tragedy. He has certain negative traits or tragic flaw in his own character often referred to as "hamartia" in Greek tragedy. Closely connected with the prophecy concerning him is Oedipus' personality for which he is somewhat more responsible. He suffers from a character flaw known as hubris or pride.He kills his real father, Laius in a moment of anger due to his pride .He has hot temper and is easily provoked. Three episodes in the play attest to this.First,when Creon returned from Delphi where he had gone to consult the oracle concerning the plague ravaging Thebes on the instruction of the king, Oedipus turned round to accuse him of conspiracy against him and demanded his execution.Although Creon was spared,the accusation against him was based on false suspicion. Secondly,when Tiresias,the blind seer, refused to disclose the murderer of Laius initially to avoid hurting the king, Oedipus accused him of complicity in the murder.After Tiresias revealed that Oedipus was the culprit,he dismissed it as nonsense and accused the prophet of being corrupted by Creon in an attempt to undermine him and usurp the throne. The third episode was the encounter between Oedipus and the shepherd from Corinth who confirmed that the child he gave to Polybus for adoption was Laius son.From the harsh treatment of Tiresias and Creon,it is obvious that Oedipus' character flaw contibuted significantly to his tragic downfall.

Oedipus is placed upon a tragic journey of self-discovery even before his birth, but he still makes choices along the way. After he is grown, solves the riddle of the sphinx, and marries Jocasta, he becomes king. To end the plague on their city, he tries to find out who killed Laius, her first husband, as his unavenged death is apparently causing the plague.
The blind prophet Teiresias, after some hesitation, tells Oedipus that he himself was the murderer. He reveals this information only after Oedipus berates him and says he must be the killer. The new information, of course, does not please him. He continues to belittle Teiresias, as well as boasting about his own contributions. He accuses the prophet of colluding with Creon, the queen’s brother. This exchange shows Oedipus’ bad qualities: vanity, arrogance, suspicion, and impatience.
His next step seems to go in the same direction. Oedipus goes to Creon with the accusation of conspiracy, and attempts to banish him if he wants to live. When Jocasta interrupts them, Creon takes his leave. As the outcome of the prophecy is revealed, Jocasta cannot endure what she has done, and kills herself. Oedipus decides to live, but blinds himself with her dress pins. Hearing all this terrible news, Creon returns—he had not actually left Thebes yet. In the final scene, the tables are turned. Oedipus goes into exiled at his own request. With his remorse and actions, the audience sees evidence of his nobility. His good qualities are confirmed when he entrusts his daughters’ care to Creon.