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- Treasury Undersecretary for International AffairsTestimony before the Subcommittee on International Trade and Finance Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs.
Nomadic Life in Latin AmericaThis article shows the steps that one must take to become a nomad in Latin America. The reader will learn about a unique way of life with many joys and challenges.- Outsourcing-Latin America Challenges India, ChinaMany of the Fortune 1000 companies that are not outsourcing to Latin America at present are actively considering such an option in the immediate future.
- The Revolutions of America, France, and Latin AmericaThe way that the American, French, and Latin American Revolutions affected the world was that they changed the economic, political, and social structure of each area forever.
- Why South of the Border Matters North of the BorderA look at why President Obama's visit to Latin America was not only important, but necessary.
The Politics of Magical RealismA look at political agenda and social commentary found in the writings of the Latin American magical realists.
Ideas for Panel Discussions for an Academic Conference on Latin American History and CultureLatin America is a vast and diverse continent that deals with social, economic and political issues that are both similar and different from those in the United States.- The Penguin History of Latin America - a Book ReviewA great book to use as a foundation for future learning about Latin American history, but may be too basic for people who already know a bit about it.
- The Pro-Castro Lobby in Latin AmericaDespite Cuba's human rights record, against all odds, Raúl R. AlfonsÃn, President of Argentina, a nation historically devastated by undemocratic leaders and military warlords, made a trip to Havana in the 80s.
- Latin America's Greatest Sporting Legend - Maria Paris (Costa Rica)After being selected to compete for the Costa Rican Olympic Team in 1974, ParÃs led a national delegation to the FINA World Championships in Cali, Colombia. In that event, she finished fifth in the women's 100m butterfly.
- Sports in Latin America!The 2016 Olympic Games will be held in Rio de Janeiro -one of the country's largest cities. Rio won the election at the expense of Madrid (Spain) and Chicago (America).
- Top Ten Latin American Destinations for a Great Vacation10 places where Spanish is spoken. These are great spots to travel for a vacation any time of the year. Great Latin American Destinations for any age traveller.
- Latin America's Soccer: Interesting Facts & Figures!- In the global event in Brazil, the host lost the 1950 final to Uruguay, under the leadership of Obdulio Jacinto Varela.
- Jorge Delgado, Latin America's Iconic Hero: Full Bio!His brilliant career ended with his retirement in 1978 when the national team, under the tutelage of Jack Nelson (one of America's most high profile coaches), won the South American Tournament in Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city.
- Silvia Poll Ahrens, Latin America's Iconic Hero : Full Bio!Like Mireya Luis Hernandez (volleyball), Nadia Comaneci (gymnastics), and Sonja Henie (skating), she had been recognized early on as a prodigy. She had started training with Francisco Rivas in the early 80s,
- United States Foreign Policy in Latin AmericaA look at issues in the US policy towards Latin America and proposed fixes to it.
- Moving Forward: Latin AmericaA look at policies that could potentially aid in the development of Latin America.
- Are Neoliberal Policies Good for Latin America?Many Latin American countries have been under IMF rule for decades now, but is the IMF policy working for the region?
- Should Latin America Want the Free Trade Area of the Americas?The FTAA pick up where NAFTA left off, is this good for Latin American Nations?
Seeing the Good and Bad in Latin AmericaGlobal Strategist Jack Dzierwa is just back from an extensive research trip across Latin America. In addition to checking on prospects in Brazil, Jack traveled to Chile and Argentina. There he found two very different stories '" one good, the other not.- Latin American Women's Increasing Power from the 1830s to the 1950sA look at the increase in Latin American women's power from the 1830s through the 1950s.
- What I Did with My College Bachelors of Art Degrees in Political Science and Latin American StudiesSince I have graduated in 2006, I have done some work relative to my degrees in Political Science and Latin American Studies. I will inform my reader of what I have done since I graduated with the degrees.
The Geopolitical Hegemony of the Anglo-Saxon Empire in Latin AmericaThe Anglo-Saxon empire, supported by a banking system without military or economic boundaries, swallowed the semi-democratic bastions now known as G7, and once these were controlled, it was a matter of time before the rest of the planet was well absorbed.
Mutual Funds Investing in Brazil and Latin AmericaResearching mutual funds? Here are some that invest in Latin America.- Latin American Novels Poviding Insight of the Role of Women in SocietyThe Latin American novels House of Spirits and One Hundred Years of Solitude both have strong female roles in the novels. These strong female roles provide a little insight on the role women play in Latin American society.
- New World Cultural Encounters Before the Conquest of Latin AmericaThe arrival of Europeans to the New World led to encounters where they and natives had difficulty understanding each other. This lack of understanding was due to their different cultures. This article examines those difficulties.
- Biotechnology and Nanotechnology Research Will Benefit Latin American MarketsOverview: Facilitating the genomic revolution has never been so ingenious. Modern biotechnological companies are using technology mixed with country's natural resources to improve labor costs and make way for more innovative social responsibility.
- United States Foreign Policy: Contradiction with Latin AmericaA critical analysis of three major generations of U.S. history, including the "Big Stick" era, "Good Neighbor era, and the Cold War era w/ respect to foreign policy
Hot Latin American News Quickies July 5tht, 2009Check out your Hot Latin American News Quickies for July 5th, 2009.- Obama's First 100 Days: the Trouble with Hugo, or Re-Engaging a Leftist-Leaning Latin AmericaWhile North Korea and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are President Obama's top priorities, Chavez and his regime are potential headaches closer to home.
Investing South of the BorderAn examination of the potential rewards of investing internationally in Latin American commercial real estate.- Checklist for Buying Real Estate in Latin AmericaWhether you are investing in real estate or considering a second home, there are plenty of opportunities to find attractive, safe, economical houses.
- Latin American Migrant Remittances, Ecological Preservation and GlobalizationAn attempt to explain the interconnectedness, effects, and importance of remittances, culture and the environment in Latin America.
- Latin American Musical StylesLatin Music is an amalgamation of various music styles. On one hand you can find the characteristics of indigenous music.
- 5 Popular Latin-American Music GenresLatin American Music has been enriched by the contribution of native music traditions European folk music tradition as well as African music. Some of the popular Latin Music genres include Samba, Son, Salsa, Tango and Bossanova.
- Top 5 Latin American SingersLatin American music has been influenced by various forms of music starting from European classical to American folk songs, African music to native music traditions.
- Our World's Emerging RegionsThis article addresses four emerging regions in the world as well as the topic of industrialization.
- Latin America and JapanThis paper compares and contrasts Latin America and Japan to events going on in 19th-century Europe.
- USA and Two Latin American Countries Expel Each Other's AmbassadorsUSA's relationship with the three leftist Latin American regimes worsens.
- Five Spices for Latin American CookingThere is no singular Latin American cuisine, but the various regional cuisines share certain flavors and ingredients. Five Latin American spices are a worthwhile addition to any pantry.
