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United States Border Security, 2007.
This paper looks at the border security of the United States following the terrorist attacks of September 11, focusing on Mexican immigration.
2,800 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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In this article, the writer notes that, following the horror of the catastrophe and carnage of September 11, 2001, if there was ever any doubt that America's priorities needed to be changed, that doubt was now removed. The writer relates that America's leaders would begin to examine the nation's vulnerabilities, among the most glaring of which was the porousness of its borders - the vast influx of Mexican nationals across America's southwestern frontier. The writer notes that the flood of Mexicans across the United States border, though the result primarily of economic factors, has powerful implications for America's security. The writer points out that a serious analysis of the aims of America's national security strategy might look at whether illegal aliens truly present the terrorism problem that has been attributed to them. The writer concludes that while there may be real and significant reason to contain or eliminate illegal immigration from Mexico, and to seal the Southwestern border of the United States, government action does not seem to bear out the sense of urgency inherent in its rhetoric.
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"The Immigration and Naturalization Service was already putting operation plans that would treat alien groups as potential subversives, arrogating to itself extraordinary, seemingly extra-legal powers in the name of guarding against potential national security threats. The fear of alien incursion to which these contingencies react is based on a still larger problem, of which Mexico and other developing nations appear to partake. It is a similar to the problems that pervade much of the Muslim world, as well, and give rise to the feelings of hopelessness, despair, and frustration, that turn so many into terrorists."
"Globalization has led to a worldwide race for control of resources, both human and natural. The populations of developing nations, like Mexico, feel themselves more exploited than ever by the multinational corporations operating out of technologically-advanced nations like the United States."
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House on Mango Street, 2007.
This paper discusses the novel, 'The House on Mango Street' by Sandra Cisneros.
880 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the novel, 'The House on Mango Street' by Sandra Cisneros. The writer points out that this is a story about the typical struggles of a Hispanic family. The writer relates that it is a picture of the various problems that many Hispanic women face in society today such as domination by men, and notes that the novel shows how women are viewed as objects and rarely valued for what they think and feel on the inside. The writer maintains that Sandra Cisneros wrote this novel so that the reader may understand the struggles and feelings of the Hispanic woman. This paper discusses how Sandra Cisneros describes the true struggles of Hispanic women in the context of a fictitious story.
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"In 'House on Mango Street', women are viewed as objects by men regardless of whether they are boyfriends, friends fathers or husbands. The women are similar to the man's possession. The young girls in the novel grow up with the mentality that looks and appearance are the most important things to a woman and that what they think and feel on the inside is irrelevant. Another sample of this masculine possession is when Cisneros also shows how Latino women are expected to be loyal to their husbands, and that a husband should have complete control of the marriage. Yet on the other hand, Cisneros describes the main character; Esperanza as not being like the typical Hispanic woman. She is different. Even though Esperanza is born and raised in the same Hispanic culture as the women around her, she is not happy with it, and knows that someday she will break free from its ties, because she is mentally strong and has a talent for telling stories."
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Women in Politics, 2007.
This paper examines the role women play in the political systems of the United States, Canada and Mexico.
1,185 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper explains how the United States, Canada and Mexico have different political histories and the role of women in the political systems of each country differs accordingly. The paper discusses the similar situation in the United States and Canada and shows how the role women have in both countries is more advanced than in Mexico. The paper discusses the Mexican political system, a regime marked by one-party rule and incomplete political development. The paper concludes that the place of women in Mexican society is still secondary and it will take time before Mexico achieves parity with the U.S. and Canada.
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"The relationship of the citizen of a given country to political action depends on the social and political history of that country and the traditions that shape the political system. This is true for both men and women, though historically women have had less direct involvement with the political system because women have been socially marginalized in most countries for at least some period in history. The three countries involved in the North American Free Trade Agreement, have different political histories."
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Chicano Community Housing Crisis, 2007.
This paper discusses the Chicano housing crisis plaguing U.S. communities.
1,964 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that as one begins to examine the issues facing Chicano communities, the importance of housing issues and a sense of community cannot be ignored. The writer points out that the problem of inadequate housing for low-income families is a wide-spread problem. Communities in Southern California are particularly susceptible due to the high Chicano population. The writer notes that the crisis is different depending on the community. However, the writer maintains that one thing is certain, a greater effort needs to be undertaken if this issues is to be solved for now and for the future. After reviewing different articles relating to the housing crisis, this paper addresses several facets of the housing issue in the U.S. Summaries of the articles discussed are included at the beginning of the paper.
Outline:
Part I: Article Summary
Article 1: Supporting the Latino Community
Article 2: Street Dreams Are made of These
Article 3: SHA Battles to Save County Affordable Housing Program
Article 4: Withering Heights
Article 5: Time to Remove the Rose Colored Glasses
Part II: Analysis of the Housing Issue
The Crisis of Affordable Housing
Federal Housing Programs and Policies
Local Government Affordable Housing Programs
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"As one found in the articles, there are several key issues facing Chicano communities. The high number of homeless school children, only tells part of the story. The number of homeless in Chicano communities is on the rise. The costs of housing have risen disproportionate to the rises in income. This means that even those that could afford housing before now face eviction and potential homelessness. This creates a rise in the number of working poor. As we found in the articles, there is an insufficient number of housing units available to medium and low income families. This number is decreasing instead of increasing, despite new government programs to provide more."
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Mexican Women, 2007.
A review of the evolution of gender equality in Mexico, focusing on the major roles of Soldaderas during the Mexican Revolution.
5,046 words (approx. 20.2 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 127.95
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This paper takes a look at Mexican women and how gender equality evolved. According to the paper, the traditional depiction of Mexican women was very restrictive. The paper goes on to say that women were consumed by their family life, their marriages and the Catholic Church. The paper reports that legal, social and cultural constraints were placed upon women to prevent them from gaining full acceptance and rights in society. The paper also takes a look at the role of the Soldaderas during the time of the Mexican Revolution.
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"The ability to view the Mexican Revolution not only as an idealized cause against the abuses of the Diaz regime, but also as a method to escape the problems at home, created a new era of possibility for women. Women joined the army as young teenagers in order to escape from forced marriages and physical abuse, thus they joined without the permission of their families. The inevitable break from tradition of the Mexican Revolution shattered many of the stigmas and "traditional cultural" attachments of gender roles because women defied their families. At the same time, the promotion of equality within the army allowed the Soldadera a familiarization with the concept of equality. One captain of the Revolutionaries explained, "In the war, it's all equal. Now we cook the food and wash the clothes together, we fight the war together" (Ross, 289). The direct result of these actions was that social stigmas associated with women pursuing nontraditional roles was no longer promoted and systematically preserved. Instead they were allowed to explore a new frontier that involved the provision of different social roles. This was extremely important in the establishment of a strong feminist presence that was not afraid to confront the patriarchal system."
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The Latino Community in America, 2007.
An analysis of some of the problems facing the Latino community in the United States.
896 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the Latino community in the United States. It describes the size and origin of the community and then discusses the educational level and employment of the immigrants. The paper also looks at language barriers and how this impacts on the immigrants' assimilation into American society. The paper finally recommends ways to improve the economic and cultural problems faced by Latinos in America.
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"All cultures in the United States have a right to equal and quality education. The country has boasted that it is the land of free and open opportunity to all. This should be recognized by schools throughout the country and an effort should be made not only by the rich, but also by the Latino community to empower itself in terms of desegregation. The most important in this is a shift in thought paradigm from oppressed to empowered. Families are to be educated towards a level that will no longer make language a barrier to education."
"In this way the Latino community can take part in the rich resources offered by the United States and its opportunities. Surely this, together with the many Latino community members who have made a great success of their lives, can serve as a motivator for upliftment, education, opportunity and freedom for all."
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"One Hundred Years of Solitude", 2007.
A review of the validity of the history found in "One Hundred Years of Solitude," written by Gabriel Garcia Marquez.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the novel, "One Hundred Years of Solitude," written by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Specifically, it discusses how well the novel summarizes Latin American history from the era of the explorers to the recent present. The paper reviews the history depicted in the book and concludes that the novel is a good overview of Latin American history, particularly the history of Columbia.
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"Finally, the entire fabric of the novel indicates how Columbia and Latin America altered through the 19th and early 20th centuries, and how the people changed as well. The families and characters of the story endure, and they represent the Latin American people - devoted to family, spiritual, independent, and proud. They represent the culture that has slowly died, and literally are a step back in time to look at the history of a country and its people, and how it alters through time. The family represents all the families in Latin America who have seen their way of life disappear to be replaced with something more modern, but far less magical and appealing. The book looks at history with a twist, and makes it much more enjoyable - even enchanting - to read."
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The Cost of Illegal Immigration, 2007.
This paper looks at the increasing waves of illegal immigration; their cost to the country and their quality of life.
1,725 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper discusses the positions of two authors, Michael Scott and Richard Raynor, who have conflicting ideas on the cost of illegal immigration. The paper points out the power of the media who often present information on this topic in a biased and unfair way. The paper maintains that the United States is not upholding the principals of equality and justice that immigrants and all citizens deserve.
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"Author Scott (2002) insists that the borders must be sealed and those that hire illegal aliens must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. He claims that there should not be any more silliness and discussion "...about how difficult this might be" because it could actually be done relatively easily, and would not be the problem that many make it out to be. Scott also does not agree with the idea that "[guest workers are needed because] Americans won't do the work that illegals perform" (Scott, 2002). He does not believe that this is the case, and thinks instead that the wages will simply rise to make sure that Americans are compensated for the work that they do, which they would need if the illegal immigrants were not in this country working for the lower wages."
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Cockfighting, 2007.
The paper explores cockfighting in general and in Latin America in particular.
2,861 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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The paper discusses the prevalence of cockfighting in Latin America. The paper describes the stages of a cockfight and shows how it serves as a traditional pastime, a source of pride and masculinity. The paper discusses how cockfighting can have some negative effects on the loser because of the time and money that is required to raise gamecocks. The paper also points out that cockfighting may be more productive and safer than other illegal activities that young men might otherwise engage in.
Outline:
Introduction
The Role of Cockfighting in a Society and Influence in Latin America
The Stages of a Cockfight
Conclusion
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"As it relates to the role of cockfighting in a society the research seems to indicate that it generates a type of survival of the fittest mentality amongst those that participate in cockfighting. In addition, in many countries, cockfighting is seen as some sort of test of masculinity. Many researchers have conceded that the sport of cockfighting is actually a dynamic between a man and a cock--this dynamic is often referred to as a "blend"."
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Immigration Policy, 2007.
An analysis of the United States' immigration policy with regards to border security and illegal immigration.
1,905 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of border security in the United States. Specifically, it discusses whether efforts to restructure U.S. immigration policy should focus primarily on securing the nations borders or if the reformers' priority should be facilitating illegal immigrants' ability to obtain a work permit or attain U.S. citizenship.
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"In conclusion, securing the borders is necessary for a number of compelling reasons. It will help keep the nation more secure from terrorists and other threats. It will also help stem the tide of illegal immigrants flowing across the border. These illegal immigrants cost the country billions in health care, education, and criminal justice costs, and stopping the flow will help the country both economically and socially. Americans must support the border fence and stronger measures for border security and the entire border must remain secured in the future. Immigration policy should see some reform, and it should be more friendly to immigrants attempting the enter the country through the preferred legal channels. However, the immigration policy must strongly address security of the nation's borders as well. America's safety and security depends on it."
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"Bilingual/Bilingue", 2007.
This paper studies the poem "Bilingual/Bilingue" by Rhina Espaillat.
1,968 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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In this article, the writer explains that "Bilingual/Bilingue" by Rhina Espaillat is a depiction of a girl growing up in a Spanish speaking household in the United States. The writer notes that through excellent language choices and the successful use of literary devices, Espaillat captures the difficulties of living in an English speaking country while coming from a Spanish speaking home. The writer describes that "Bilingual/Bilingue" is a personal account of the realities of bilingualism, and shows how it is possible to overcome language and cultural barriers to learn a second language. The writer concludes that real life examples and the girl in "Bilingual/Bilingue" both show that the original language remains a part of one's culture and identity and that language barriers are an obstacle, but not a permanent one.
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"It is out of this fear that he resists English in the household, but his daughter, who studies English extensively in and outside of the house on her own, comes to become more than proficient in English. She realizes what her father does not, that language is not a divisive force, and that she can express herself fully in English, her second language. Thus Espaillat is writing on the success people can achieve in learning and living in the United States as a bilingual individual. Language will not divide her from her father, and she can become a successful English poet growing up in a Spanish household. The cultural and linguistic challenges she faced she was able to overcome."
"Espaillat's perspective on the issue of bilingualism individually and as a society is backed up by both empirical and qualitative research. In fact, although Espaillat's childhood experience was many years ago in the 1930s, issues she faced and issues she overcame are relevant to this day. For instance, a 2007 study on bilingual Latino and Latina adolescents evaluated the role of the Spanish language and bilingualism for both gifted and non-gifted students. This study found that for these bilingual students, regardless of level of academic achievement, that Spanish was their native language."
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Soccer in the Land of Football, 2007.
This paper discusses the impact of Hispanic immigration on American culture and pastimes.
3,068 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 89.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that soccer is a game with a long history in Europe and Latin America and notes that it was never especially popular in the United States. The writer then looks at the effects of Hispanic immigration on parts of American culture, such as sport. The writer points out that the entrepreneurial spirit that characterized America was not so ingrained in Latin America where traditional pastimes focused more on the actual skills required by a job than on any potential for earning a fantastic income through commerce and consumerism. The writer notes that while soccer has now exploded in America as that country seeks to tap the global market, these new Hispanic-Americans play soccer, not because it brings them closer to the dominant majority, but because it brings them closer to each other, and to home. The writer concludes that the pervasiveness of soccer among Hispanic immigrants may make soccer more visible to other Americans, but it does not necessarily make it more popular.
Outline:
Introduction
Peoples and Pastimes
American Football - An American Pastime
A Hispanic Influx, A Hispanic Game
Conclusion
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"American football, like its international cousin, soccer, constitutes a sport with mass appeal. One can play it or watch it. It is perfectly suited to a culture of television, Internet, and instantaneous mass communication. Yet, as the dichotomy of football and soccer shows, neither sport necessarily precludes the other. To all appearances, one people, or group of peoples, simply chose one over the other, or expanded on its own version of the same idea. South of the border, soccer is one of the national passions. Mexicans and other Hispanic migrants bring their love of soccer wherever they go. As millions have come to the United States, so have their language and customs, their festivals and crafts... and their games. The growing popularity of soccer in the United States is a direct reflection of the enormous Hispanic immigration of recent years. Culture is made by people, elite or ordinary. Popular culture is created by the masses. As the American population changes, so do its pastimes. The widespread presence of soccer in the United States is a sure sign that Hispanics have arrived and come to stay."
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