Academic papers on Latin-American & Carribean Studies

Cuban Immigrants in the Miami-Dade Area
This 4 page paper looks at Cuban immigration and the Miami-Dade area. The people in the region and how they see Cuba is discussed. Various issues are included such as the Elian Gonzalez problem and the embargo as well. Bibliography lists 5...
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United States/Chile Free Trade Agreement
12 pages in length. The meeting of minds between Chile and the United States has brought about a long awaited coupling pertaining to free trade. Chile responded enthusiastically when presented with the opportunity to become a part of 1994's North...
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The U.S. Occupation of Cuba
This 4 page paper delves into Cuba's history and its relationship with the United States primarily between 1898 and 1902. The military's role is explored along with treaties that sanctioned U.S. control in the region. Bibliography lists 8...
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Puerto Rico & US Colonialism
An 8 page research paper that explores the effects of US colonialism on Puerto Rico. The writer argues that an examination of Puerto Rican history demonstrates that 100 years of US domination has meant oppression and ruin for many of the people...
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POLITICS OF INTERVENTION: HAITI
This 4-page paper discusses the impact of U.S. and international organization intervention on Haitian economy, politics and policies -- and discusses how liberal ideology and colonial interventions have hurt more than helped Haiti. Bibliography...
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Latinos, Poverty and Immigration in the U.S.
This is a 10 page paper discussing Latinos, immigration and poverty in the U.S. The January 2003 U.S. Census reported that for the first time in history, Latinos have become the largest minority group in the U.S. That being said, Latino immigrants...
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Latino Americans
A 5 page paper which examines the culture and experiences of the Latino Americans today. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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U.S. Foreign Policy in Latin America: The Last Sixty Years
A 5 page overview of the manner in which U.S. foreign policy has changed in Latin America. In recent years, in fact, it can be contended that Latin American is neither a current priority in U.S. foreign policy nor one which will occupy our...
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Central America's Civil Wars & Brazil's Country Profile
8 pages in length. The writer discusses the 1980's Nicaraguan civil war and provides country statistics for Brazil. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Globalization And Post-Castro Cuba
5 pages in length. The writer discusses how Cuba might have been had a different political and economic approach been taken after his death. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Why is Central America so Poor?
A 3 page paper which examines why Central America is so poor. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Language as an Expression of Culture: Spanish
A 5 page paper which examines how the language of Latino people expresses different aspects of their culture(s). Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Family in Hispanic Culture
A 10 page paper discussing the concept of family in Hispanic culture, which is one that no member of that culture can take lightly. It is the central unit of society, and it is the first source of aid and support that many others look to government...
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Family Relationships: "Good Faith and Truthful Ignorance"
A 4 page paper discussing typical family relationships in 16th century Latin America, during the early colonial period. It uses as its beginning Cook and Cook
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The Significance of The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
This 6 page paper looks at the treaty as well as the relationship between the United States and Mexico. The treatment of Mexican-Americans is highlighted. The Chicano movement is discussed as well as other events during the 1960s. The significance...
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