The Shah of Iran and Use of Power:
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5 pages. Compares the Shah of Iran and his leadership with the book Leading Change by John P. Kotter. The eight stage process of creating major change. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JGAshahi.wps

The Struggle of the Kurds
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A 5 page paper discussing the Kurds and their ongoing battle with Turkey, Iraq, and Iran and their desire to attain autonomy for their country. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Kurds.wps

Iran and Iraq
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A 7 page paper which discusses many of the similarities and differences between Iran and Iraq. The subjects addressed are politics, government, economy, military, welfare, and constitutions. For the most part, these two countries are incredibly different. Their systems and their governmental structures are quite separate. But, at the same time their internal struggles and their economic conditions are similar in that they are both enduring very difficult times due to their war involvement. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAiranaq.wps

Ethnic Conflict / Kurds & Iraq
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A 10 page research paper that begins by discussing ethnicity and ethnic conflicts in general with specific examples to support the conclusions regarding the myths of ethnic conflict. The paper then focuses on the repression of the Kurds, in general, and specifically on Iraq's treatment of the Kurds in recent years. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Kurdiraq.wps

An Address to Congress: Calling for Support for Continued US/UN Sanctions Against Iraq
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This 5 page paper presents an address to Congress in which the author attempts to provide a persuasive argument that supports continued US/UN sanctions against Iraq. This paper presents one approach to convincing others to approve of the policy and demonstrates why this is the best course of action. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHintrel.wps

Does Morality Play a Role in International Politics?
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A 5 page paper discussing how important morality is. The paper notes that while the world holds little if any animosity toward the Iraqi people, its leader is quite a different matter. Khadafy is not expected to be truthful and so is largely ignored. Neither is Bill Clinton, but his actions seem to reflect more on the American people. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSmoral.doc

International Relations In Iraq
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A 3 page essay on the three types of international relations—personal, domestic and systems, and how these are all being utilized to avert war and support human rights issues in Iraq (1998). Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Intrel.wps

The 1930s: A Decade of Revolt and Violence in the Middle East
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This 5 page paper considers the question of the impact of economic and social changes in the Middle East during the first half of the 20th century as it relates to the development of political revolts and the initiation of internal violence. This paper assesses the impacts of imperialism and of international interests based in economics as elements that shaped violent responses in both Egypt and Iraq. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MHMideas.wps

The Use of Economic Sanctions
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This 5 page paper considers the role that economic sanctions should play in dealing with human rights abuses, environmental destruction and nuclear proliferation. This paper considers issues like those in Iraq and Cuba as examples of the way economic sanctions can have a positive impact. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHsancti.wps

Currency and the Economy of South Korea
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This 8 page paper is divided into parts to first evaluate currency in general and then go on to examine the economy of South Korea. Several aspects are noted including which currencies are strongest, how the South Korean economy has affected its capacity to trade, and the Big Mac Index. Iran's economy is considered as well. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: SA008Kor.rtf

Negotiating Sytles Of The US & The Kurds
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A 5 page paper comparing and contrasting the negotiating styles of the US and the Kurds as they fight to attain autonomy for their country. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Uskurd.wps

The New Leaders Of The Middle East
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A 5-page essay that examines the succession in leadership from Jordan’s King Hussein to his son King Abdullah and from Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to new Prime Minister Ehud Barak. Discussed are the positive and negative arguments for peace that face each of these new leaders and the impact this shift in leadership is projected to have on peace negotiations in the Middle East. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: LCMdEast.rtf

Mortuary Practices in Archaeology
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A 13 page paper summarizing ten articles written in the vein of “Social dimensions of mortuary practices” by A.A. Saxe and addressing such subjects as Jewish Shiva, Sadako’s paper cranes, Southern funeral traditions and findings at an Early Bronze Age site in Jordan. All of these articles point toward the magnitude of the impact of death within specific societies or segments of larger ones. Though the practices and beliefs vary, the common factor is that single deaths have for millennia affected greater numbers of those still living. This paper also includes specific treatments of the bodies and artifacts included in burial for several regions including Iron Age Israel, the Hmong People, an Egyptian priest and the Late Archaic of the southwest US, as well as a description of the oldest mummy to have been found in North America. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: KSmourn3.wps

Jordan: Economy and Trade
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A 20 page paper which examines many various aspects of the economy and trade as it relates to Jordan. Jordan is a region that is heavily dependent upon its neighbors for import and export business. As a result of its location, Jordan is often at the mercy of regions such as Iraq and Iran. This heavily influences their economy. In addition, the United States provides Jordan with economic aid. Some of the issues address include the currency of Jordan, and its rate of change, trade agreements between Jordan and other regions, some history, and balance of payments. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: RAjordan.wps

Demographic Transition Theory and the Changes in Jordan
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This 4 page paper considers the demographic transition theory and applies it to changes that have occurred over the past three decades in Jordan. This paper assesses major demographic changes, especially those relative to development and population. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHJorda3.wps

Development and The Kingdom of Jordan
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This 6 page report presents a brief overview of the development process in Jordan and illustrates the country’s growth and expansion over the past several decades. Numerous charts and graphs are included. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWjordev.rtf

Developmental Dynamics and Growth in the Kingdom of Jordan
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This 10 page report discusses a number of factors associated with the changing demographics of the nation of Jordan and their impact on development issues. Jordan is a small country that has had to creatively make the most of its limited resources and markets. Most international economic analysts believe Jordan’s economy may be, in the most significant of arenas, experiencing a recession. Nonetheless, the potential remains for a true fiscal renaissance for Jordan and its people. The theory of “demographic transition” serves as a baseline for greater understanding of the economic phenomenon being faced by Jordan. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: BWKingoJ.rtf

Economic Overview for an American CEO Visiting Jordan
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This 11 page report discusses The Kingdom of Jordan’s economy from the perspective of a CEO of a large American company. Regardless of the concerns proffered by certain economic analyses, it is clear that Jordan and many of its neighboring nations are well on the way to the implementation of the necessary structural adjustment to promote true and encompassing economic stability and expansion. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWjorceo.wps

Poverty Issues and Social Service Safety Nets in the Middle East and North Africa -- Focus on The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
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This 20 page report discusses the economies and social systems of nations in the Middle East and North Africa. Income distribution during economic adjustment has actually worsened in many of the countries of the Middle East and North Africa as their governments attempt to change from being directly involved in economic activity and work instead to create conditions for the economically active to help themselves. Bibliography lists 17 sources.
Filename: BWjorpov.wps

Sociology of Mortuary Practices
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A 6 page paper summarizing ten articles written in the vein of “Social dimensions of mortuary practices” by A.A. Saxe and addressing such subjects as Jewish Shiva, Sadako’s paper cranes, Southern funeral traditions and findings at an Early Bronze Age site in Jordan. All of these articles point toward the magnitude of the impact of death within specific societies or segments of larger ones. Though the practices and beliefs vary, the common factor is that single deaths have for millennia affected greater numbers of those still living. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KSmourn.wps

The Political Culture of Jordan
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A 6 page overview of the political culture of Jordan. Relates the history of Jordan since it won its independence from Great Britain in 1946 and relates the political culture of the country is largely determined by trade-based interaction with other countries and the policies which regulate this trade. Bibliography lists sources.
Filename: PPjordnB.wps

Iranians In The US and the Cold War Effect On That Relationship:
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This five page-paper presents and in-depth discussion on why Iranians first began coming to the US and what historical event promoted their migration. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: CWirania.wps

Arab Nationalism / Why A Single, Unified Arab State Has Not Yet Been Achieved
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7 pages in length. Despite the fact that a single, unified Arab state has long been desired, the ever-present distraction of nation-state patriotism and tribal loyalties have remained the wedge that continues to defeat such a quest. Arab nationalism is said to be at fault for this inability to form a unified Arab state; however, there are those who contend that there exist a combination of reasons behind this ineffectualness. Not only does it have to do with Western interference and narrow-minded Arab leadership, but it also has a significant amount to do with the way that several nation-states uphold their political and social contrarieties. A considerable amount of critics believe that in order to achieve a cohesive, single, unified Arab state, there must be an end to violence and discord, as well as a move toward individual plans of development and removal of the nationalistic ideal. The writer discusses nationalism and unification as they relate to the Arab states. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: ArabNat4.wps

Childrearing Practices Compared
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This 5 page paper compares childrearing practices in the United States and the Middle Eastern Muslim communities. Several issues are addressed. Family structure is discussed along with the role of the woman in each state. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chilprac.wps

"All the Shah's Men"
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This 5 page paper examines Stephen Kinzer's book "All the Shah's Men" with regard to America's foreign entanglements, and asks whether the nation is well served by a policy of effecting regime change in other sovereign nations. It further discusses Kinzer's book with regard to the promises President Truman made in his speech in Mexico City in 1947. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVAllSha.rtf

"Roadmap to Peace" in Middle East
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A 4 page research paper that examines the plan for Middle East proposed by President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair that is referred to as "Roadmap to Peace." The writer discusses the plan's major steps and timetable, as well as likely objections that may come from Israelis and Palestinians. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khrdmap.rtf

A History of the Modern Middle East/Book Review
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A 6 page book review of A History of the Modern Middle East by William Cleveland (1994). This is a complex and scholarly work, designed to present Middle Eastern history to both students and general readers who have not previously studied this subject. The Middle East plays a prominent role in the daily news. In many cases, commentators and policymakers appear mystified by Middle Eastern attitudes and, particularly, by their stance towards the West and the US. Cleveland's history not only explains past events, but also places them within cultural and geographic context that aids the reader in seeing how the region evolved to its present state. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khhisme.rtf

A Look at Plascov's The Palestinian Refugees in Jordan 1948-1957
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This 7 page paper examines this book about the Palestinian refugees. The paper thoughtfully discusses and reacts to the work. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA816Ref.rtf

A POTENTIAL FOR FIRE: THE KURDISTAN STRUGGLE FOR RECOGNITION IN SYRIA
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This 4 page paper examines the growing unrest by Kurds living in Syria in 2004. Based on a New York Times article. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MBkurd.rtf

A Synchronic Comparison Between Kuridstan and the Basque Country:
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This 6 page paper examines the issues of Kurdistan in Spain and the Basque Country in France. Both represent a struggle by people for freedom, and this paper explores the simliarities between these two cases. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: GSkurdis.rtf

A System Of Government For Iraq
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This 8 page paper discusses one option for Iraq's permanent government structure that is a republic founded on the national Constitution to be adopted by the people. The writer suggests three branches of government with fewer officials in the executive branch than the temporary government has. The discussion takes into consideration the ethnic and religious demographics in the country. An independent electoral management commission is strongly recommended. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGiraqg.rtf

AFGHANISTAN AND DEVELOPMENT: LITERATURE REVIEW
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This 9-page paper provides a review of literature regarding the rebuilding of Afghanistan, and it's success, or lack of it. The paper also tries to compare the literature with a trained learner's observations. Bibliography lists 2 sources.`
Filename: MTafghlite.rtf

Afghanistan and Iraq: Military and Culture
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A 6 page paper which examines how Afghanistan and Iraq’s military operations and decisions were, or were not, influenced by culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAafgiq.rtf

Afghanistan Development - Goals And Budget Calendar Issues
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A 20 page paper that includes an abstract and a 4 page annotated bibliography. The essay begins with background information regarding the development plan and millennium development goals. It discusses U.S. involvement, including activities already accomplished. The writer reports the budget year in the U.S. as compared to the Afghan budget year and discusses the differences in holidays, workdays and work weeks. 1 Table included. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PGafgbd.RTF

Afghanistan Development - Review And Recommendations
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A 6 page paper that provides a general overview of some issues related to the ANDS and the MDG and identifies some of the most difficult challenges. The writer comments on the report of the 2007 Afghanistan Development Forum, the different fiscal years for the U.S. and Afghanistan and recommendations for disbursing money to the country. The writer makes recommendations and comments on why no other recommendations are made at this time. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PGafgrc.RTF

Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS)
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This 18 page paper includes a 4 page annotated bibliography. The essay begins with the history of the Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS) and reports two of the three volumes has not yet been adopted by the Afghan government. The writer identifies the pillars, sectors and crosscutting themes of the plan. Areas discussed in more depth include: poverty, environment, security, anti-corruption, Economic and Social Development, and gender equity. Annotated bibliography includes 12 sources.
Filename: PGands.RTF

After September 11: New Style of Warfare?
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A 6 page paper which examines whether we are truly in a time that calls for a new style of warfare following the attacks of September 11. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAsepwar.rtf

Agricultural Biotechnology and the Middle East
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This 18 page report discusses agricultural biotechnology with a special focus on the nations of the Middle East. Biotechnology is the name given to a variety of agricultural, automated and industrial technologies that make use of the natural operations or products of biological, thus living, things. Agricultural biotechnology offers the potential to address many problems that have had a direct and limiting impact on crop and livestock production while improving the availability of food for people throughout the world. This report also addresses the issues associated with a lack of policy associated with agricultural biotechnology and the fact that such a lack can stand in the way of larger goals of improved production and opportunity in developing nations of the world. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWagbio.wps

Aiding Democratic Consolidation In Turkey
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A 9 page paper with specific sections. The first section discusses the techniques used for aiding democratization that the U.S. could use. The second section provides an overview of the situation in Turkey, a short history of democracy, problems, the delay in the application to join the EU. These are meant to illustrate the impediments or obstacles to consolidation. Next, the essay offers some suggestions for aiding democratic consolidation in Turkey and finally, the writer discusses some suggestions for improving the toolbox of techniques used. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGtrkdem.RTF

Al-Qaida Terrorist Group
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A 5 page paper which examines the structure of the Al-Qaida terrorist group. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: RAalqaid.rtf

Alexander's Conquests vs. the U.S. in Iraq
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This 6 page paper compares Alexander the Great's methods with the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVAlxIrq.rtf

AMERICAN ATTITUDE TOWARD THE MIDDLE EAST
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This paper attempts to examine available literature referring to the attitude of the United States toward the Middle East and Middle Easterners, particularly in the wake of the 2001 terrorist attack of the World Trade Center and Pentagon. The information was collected to help determine an appropriate survey to explore the attitudes of Americans. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MTmidatt.rtf

Analysis of "Eastward to Tartary":
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This 7 page paper provides a detailed analysis of this book by Robert D. Kaplan, which is actually a mixture of political commentary and travelogue. This paper compares and contrasts Kaplan's perceptions with current events, and delves into such issues as religion, oil, and industry in the Balkans and Middle East. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSKaplan.rtf

Analysis of Sascha Goluboff's, "Jewish Russians: Upheavals in a Moscow Synagogue":
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This 4 page paper summarizes this book as well as providing an anlysis of the content. This paper highlights the transformations that occured within the synagogue community, thereby supporting the viewpoint of the author. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: GSJewRus.rtf

Ancient Clothing: Sumerian, Egyptian, Greek
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A 5 page paper that describes the clothing of each of these ancient cultures. The Sumerians are credited with developing the textile and clothing industries and also with developing agricultural methods that allowed them to grow flax. Their clothing was then made of both animal skins and flax. Egyptians and Greeks both used a great deal of flax for their linen clothes but the Greeks also used more wool. Clothes and materials used are described. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGancl.rtf