Academic papers on Latin-American & Carribean Studies

U.S./Cuban Relations
A 7 page overview of the tumultuous relationship that these countries have shared for the past few decades. The author notes that while the situation is improving somewhat, the U.S. continues to impose antiquated policy against Cuban relations....
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DASH AND HAITI
This 11-page paper discusses professor J. Michael Dash and his interests in Haiti. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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U.S. Foreign Policy in Mexico in the Second Decade of the Twentieth Century
An 8 page overview of the factors influencing U.S. policy during this time period. The author concentrates on Woodrow Wilson's attempts to shape Mexican government and economy. Bibliogrpahy lists 7 sources.
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Planning And Administration Of Infraestructural Vial In Puerto Rico
This 3 page paper is a proposal to conduct a study on the entitled topic. More specifically, the issue is the overcrowding of highways and roads and the need for change. Specific questions answered in this essay include: the purpose of the study,...
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POPULAR CULTURE COUNTERACTS THE INDOCTRINATION OF OFFICIAL INSTITUTIONS AS ILLUSTRATED IN THE NOVEL, BACK ROOM, BY CARMEN MARTIN GAITE
This 12 page paper discusses the various aspects of Carmen Martin Gaite's book, The Back Room and especially illustrates how the popular culture worked in the narrator's favor to counter the indoctrination policies of the government. Bibliography...
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The Role of Porfirio Diaz in Mexican Identity
This 5 page paper examines identity issues of Mexicans and the role played by this nineteenth century leader. The industrial revolution is discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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CASE FOR A PROBABLISTIC APPROACH TO NATURAL DISASTER EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OF NATURAL HAZARDS IN PUERTO RICO IN THE 21ST CENTRUY A LITERATURE REVIEW
This 15-page paper outlines a review of literature in support of an approach for emergency preparedness of Puerto Rico when it comes to natural disasters. The paper also includes natural disaster that occur in Puerto Rico, as well as some...
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Panama Canal Expansion
This 16-page paper discusses the planned expansion of the Panama Canal, the reasons for it, and the effect the expansion might have on shipping, particularly with regard to China and the Port of New York. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Argentina and the Foreign Policy Equation
This 7 page paper examines U.S. foreign policy along with policy to come from Argentina itself. The turmoil in Latin America is carefully examined. Where Argentina is today is discussed. A political history of Argentina is also relayed. ...
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Slavery in Minas Gerais
This 10 page paper discusses slavery in Minas Gerais, Brazil and the effect it had on the Brazilian economy. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Dollarization
This 10 page paper discusses dollarization in Latin America with specific attention on dollarization in Ecuador. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Globalization and an Increased Propensity for Violence?
A 5 page contention that globalization too often comes with an increased propensity for violence. Definitions and examples from Latin America illustrate this contention. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Cuba's Path to Independence
A 9 page paper tracing Cuba's history from Columbus' discovery to the present day, focusing on Castro's seizing of the government in 1959. The paper also discusses Che Guevara, an Argentine revolutionary that Castro met while both were in exile in...
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The Business Climate in Mexico
This 10 page paper examines the business climate in Mexico. A case study, submitted by a student, is used as a springboard for discussion. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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COLOMBIA -- AN ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL OVERVIEW
This 7-page paper provides an economic, social and cultural analysis of Colombia for background information on exports to this country. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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