Politics and the Loss of Identity for Natives in Hawaii
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This 7 page paper looks at economic problems and cultural issues in Hawaii. Much history is relayed in this paper that discusses the political problems in the state. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA341Haw.rtf

Possible Peaceful Resolution – Vietnam
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This 4 page paper asks the question: How could the Vietnam Conflict have been settled peacefully? The writer is to give advice to the president. The essay begins with some background facts regarding the conflicts in Vietnam and then asks to whom should the resolution be 'peaceful'? Recounting the nations involved and former peace accords, the writer then argues there was no resolution that would have been peaceful for everyone. One alternative is provided that could have followed the Conference in Paris in 1973. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGnampc.rtf

Poverty and Commerce in Eastern Indonesia
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of the basic economic issues and changes in 16th and 17th century Indonesia, with a specific view of Eastern Indonesia (Maluku, Banda and Makassar), though an assessment of Anthony Reid's Southeast Asia in the Age of Commerce. This paper recognizes that urbanization, the movement towards stronger religous commitment and the efforts to build a greater centralized monarchy were all factors caused by and in response to the growth of trade and European intrusion. Poverty, then, is perceived as a weakness and failure in these responses, and this paper attemptst to make a connection based on Reid's assertions. No additional sources cited.
Filename: MHSouthe.wps

Prejudice in Singapore
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A 3 page overview of the phenomenon of discrimination and racism in Singapore. Identifies the cultural components of Singapore and outlines the discrimination which is very much a part of modern life there. Concludes that it is a continuing fact that in Singapore privilege which is considered a basic societal right is often denied those of color while it is enjoyed to its fullest by the "dominant culture" and by those the "dominant culture" are more receptive to such as Caucasians. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPsingap.wps

Role of the Family in Vietnamese Life
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An 8 page paper examining the importance of family in Vietnamese life. Specifically explored are the roles of mother, father, children, religion and the concept of the extended family. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Vietfam.wps

Samoan Music
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A 5 page research paper that discusses Samoan music. Samoa, unlike many societies exposed to Western influences, as clung tenaciously to their own culture and their own ways. Samoan music is a vibrant entity that exists in two forms, traditional and contemporary. As the name suggests, traditional Samoan music draws on the ancient Samoan heritage while contemporary Samoan music represents the assimilation of Western influences, particularly in the introduction of Western instruments, such as the guitar. Both forms of Samoan music have contributed to maintaining the vibrancy of the Samoan language and culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khsamoa.rtf

Saying You Do When You Don't - The Physical & Psychological Perils of Arranged Marriage
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A 5 page paper that focuses on the potential physical and psychological perils that exist within the framework of the traditional Eastern practice of arranged marriage. Presented are the views of those opposing this age-old practice as well as opinions expressed by proponents of this issue. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: LCarrang.doc

Singapore
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This 10 page paper examines the country of Singapore. The first part of the paper looks at the economic performance of the country, including GDP, manufacturing output, investment, importing and exports and unemployment. The paper then considers the social conditions. The second part of the paper discusses the colonial history of the island, how the area developed and the influences that can still be seen today, including the political and legal systems. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEsingaore.rtf