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Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: All Things Considered by Gilbert K. Chesterton

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the full text of "All Things Considered by Gilbert K. Chesterton. This is a collection of essays dealing with various topics, such as human nature, current affairs, science, and religion.
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Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
Various articles depicting possible human rights violations by the current government of Venezuela. Ranging from the beating of anti government demonstrators to infringements on the freedom of the press, Human Rights Watch has some major...
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Geographic

Mexico Foreign Relations

For Students 9th - 10th
A study of Mexico's foreign relations, how the discovery of oil in the 1970's changed their status in the world, their relationship with the United States, and their role in NAFTA.
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Other

Military Links Between Australia and Indonesia: An Amoral Assessment

For Students 9th - 10th
This article presents an in-depth overview of the military relationship between Australia and Indonesia.
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Other

The Development of Australian Foreign Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes the history and changes in Australia's foreign policy, as they try to establish new ties other than Britain, the United States, and New Zealand.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Cameroon: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief look at the set-up of the government in Cameroon and a detailed discussion of the current state of affairs and the many current political problems in this country. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Swaziland: History

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of Swaziland from the 1700's to current times. Find out about its independence, monarchy, and current state of affairs. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Egypt: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the current state of affairs in the Egyptian government. You can find out about the strong executive branch, the political parties, and the background of the judicial branch. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background...
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Other

Global Policy Forum: Oil and Gas Impasse Sours Relations

For Students 9th - 10th
This article summarizes the difficulties between Australia and East Timor over oil and gas rights.
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Other

Senate Bill a Step Backwards for Immigrant Rights

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines a recent bill debated in the U.S. Senate regarding immigration and border policy.
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The Economist

The Economist: Countering Chavez: An Alliance That Dares Not Speak Its Name

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes Mexico's attempt to help its poorer neighbors to their south in Latin America. Registration is required.
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Institute for Policy Studies

Mr. Bush Goes to Mexico: Recommendations for Immigration Discussion

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines immigration issues between the United States and Mexico, with problems faced by both nations and the individuals themselves.