What Part of American History Makes It Difficult for Us

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Essay

What part of American history makes it difficult for us to suggest halting deforestation in the tropical rain forest? How did deforestation proceed in the United States? Why is deforestation there different than it was here?

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Definitions:

Governing by Statute

The process of ruling or managing an organization, entity, or country based on written laws passed by a legislative body.

Contractual Modifications

Changes or alterations mutually agreed upon by the parties involved in a contract.

Midnight Deadline Rule

A regulation requiring that certain types of contracts be physically delivered to the offeree by midnight of the next day after they are made to be effective.

Uncertified Check

is a check that has not been verified or guaranteed by the bank upon which it is drawn, making its acceptance based on the account holder's standing and available funds.