Academic papers on Latin-American & Carribean Studies

A five page paper which looks at the way in which the drug trade in Colombia is based on a capitalist ideology, the connection which the major drug cartels have with the political administration of the country, and the effect which the USA
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An 8 page overview of the
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Spanish and Portuguese Colonial Rule
A 12 page research paper that examines the evolution of colonial governance in both Spanish and Portuguese ruled territories. The writer argues that Spanish and Portuguese rulers sought to maintain their control while opposing the emergence of a...
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Economic Conditions in Cuba Today
This 5 page paper provides an overview of Cuba's economic conditions today. Some history is included. Political aspects of Cuba's economic problems are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Dona Marina: Heroine, Traitor, or Representative of Culture
A 5 page paper which discusses the woman who was known as Dona Marina. Dona Marina was Cortez' lover and interpreter. According to many she was either a heroine or a traitor, while others feel she was merely a reflection of her culture in her...
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"Cuba: Neither Heaven Nor Hell" by Maria Lopez Vigil
A 5 page paper which discusses the changes in Cuba, as they primarily involve gender issues, which are related in Maria Lopez Vigil's book "Cuba: Neither Heaven Nor Hell." No additional sources cited.
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Ano que viene estamos en Cuba, by Gustav Firmat Includes rough Spanish translation
A paper which looks at Firmat
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Prosperity in Mexico?/The Impact of NAFTA
This 5 page paper looks at the way that trade in Mexico has developed since the introduction of NAFTA. The paper argues that the expected prosperity has not occurred and that the trends have increased the attractiveness of the United States as a...
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The Constitution of Costa Rica
10 pages. This paper will focus on the Costa Rican constitution, its political practices and government in general. The organization of the government as well as the current state of the civil rights and liberties will be compared in general...
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A paper which looks at the international ramifications of the Falklands war, in terms of the way in which it affected both Britain and Argentina and their respective status within the global community.
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A paper which looks at the way in which Chicana feminism deals with the issues of gender inequality, both in Mexican culture and in society as a whole, and considers the other issues such as racial discrimination which they have had to face in their...
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Corruption in Mexico
This 8 page paper provides an overview of corruption within Mexico's borders. Governmental corruption includes deceptions within the police force, human rights abuses by the military, and the support of drug cartels. Mention is made of President...
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A paper which looks at the Dominican community in New York, in terms of the historical connections between the Dominican Republic and the USA, the way in which the Dominican community is perceived by members of the cultural majority, and the links...
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Che Guevara: Bolivian Revolutionary
5 pages. It was the philosophy of the beloved leader, Ernesto Che Guevara, that all of humankind extends benevolence to one another in order for all peoples to flourish in this world. However, while his hopes were planted on the right path...
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