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This study examines how The Maximus Poems by Charles Olson and The Opening of the Field by Robert Duncan build on Fredric Jameson’s critique of pastiche, offering a more immediate and engaged model of postmodern writing. Drawing on Jameson’s reading of Lacan—particularly his use of schizophrenia as a way to describe the breakdown of the signifying chain in late capitalism—the research explores how both poets confront the fragmentation of language and its absorption into commodified culture. Olson’s projective verse emphasizes presence and locality, while Duncan’s layered syntax and mythic references resist fixed interpretation and invite open-ended exploration. The study uses close reading and theoretical interpretation to show how both poets turn poetic form into a site of resistance, where language—though fractured— still carries meaning and shapes how we see the world. In Jameson’s terms, these works function as “symbolic texts,” where personal expression and social contradiction intersect. Rather than mirror postmodern disorientation, the poems open up a space for a different kind of awareness—one that moves through the tension between imagination and structure, and points toward the hope and possibility woven into poetic form. 

Background: Nigeria's rapid digital transformation has led to increased cyber risks, endangering the country's security and stability. Although various policies and guidelines have been developed on cybersecurity, it is not yet clear how effective they are when compared to global benchmarks. Aims: This literature survey compares cybersecurity governance in Nigeria with developed countries, identifies shortcomings and offers recommendations for improvement. Methodology: Through qualitative data analysis, the study highlights weaknesses in laws and regulations, lack of cybersecurity awareness and training, corruption issues, infrastructure, housing shortages and poor economic integration. Comparing global practices with countries such as the UK, the US and Estonia, the study reveals that Nigeria lags behind in key areas such as law enforcement and the concept of work. Finding: The recommendations include reforming the regulatory framework to respond to emerging threats, promoting stronger public-private partnerships, expanding awareness and training, and adopting Recognize global best practices in cybersecurity governance. Conclusion: Improving these aspects will help Nigeria strengthen its ability to defend itself against evolving cyber threats and better align with global standards.

Background: This article presents the findings of our specially designed study based on data from the GSS 2022 comprehensive survey. We wanted to investigate the landscape of psychological support in the contemporary American workplace. As the significance of employee well-being grows, organizations recognize the need to provide effective psychological support to foster a healthy work environment. Aims: Our study aimed to evaluate psychological support programs' awareness, availability, utilization, and perceived efficacy in various industries and organizations, particularly in relation to Internet use. Methodology: A varied group of American citizens took part in the study, answering questions related to their awareness of available resources, involvement in workplace support initiatives, and the effects on their overall well-being. Findings: The findings suggest that employees’ perception of psychological support from managers positively influences both work and life satisfaction. However, only a portion of the original hypotheses concerning the relationships between this perception and other variables were supported by the data. Conclusion: Notably, it was discovered that younger individuals tend to perceive less psychological support from management. Additionally, individuals previously married, regardless of their current marital status, were more likely to perceive their managers as psychologically supportive. In addition, those with a higher level of education reported a higher level of perceived employer support. And, balanced daily internet engagement can enhance the perception of support.