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

Ancient Egypt – Government And Religion
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This 6 page paper begins by describing Egypt's strategic geographic location and the seven distinct periods in the history of ancient Egypt. The second period, the Old Kingdom is emphasized in this paper. The Upper and Lower Egypt is described along with the unification of the two Egypts and the significance of that event. The writer discusses the integration of government and religion, in fact, all facets of ancient Egyptian life was founded in religion. Examples are included. The essay ends with a brief commentary on Middle Kingdom when Hyksos ruled the land. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGanegy3.rtf

Ancient Mesopotamia
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A 3 page paper which examines whether it was internal or external conflict that caused the greatest problems in ancient Mesopotamia. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAmesirq.rtf

Anton Shammas/"Amerka, Amerka"
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A 5 page essay that summarizes and critiques Shammas' essay on what it is like to an immigrant in the US, specifically a Palestinian immigrant, within the context of current-day American culture. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khasaapa.rtf

Anton Shammas/Palestinian in the US
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A 5 page essay that summarizes and critiques an essay by Anton Shammas, "Finding Palestine," which considers the concepts of identity and of returning home in regards to a Palestinian girl living in the US. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khasus.rtf

Anwar Sadat
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A 10 page paper which examines Anwar Sadat’s decisions and position during his lifetime. The paper examines how Sadat led his country, took some risks, and perhaps got too far ahead of his people in the process. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAsadat.rtf

Anwar Sadat
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A paper which looks in detail at Anwar Sadat's leadership style, with reference to his cultural background, the political situation in Egypt in the twentieth century, and the impact which Sadat made on international politics during his term in office. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JLsadat.rtf

ARAB IMIGRATION TO THE UNITED STATES
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This 6 page paper details the history of Arab immigration from the fifteenth century to the present day. Reasons given for the immigration, examples and quotes given from testimonials. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MBarabim.rtf

Arab Nationalism: Egypt
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A 10 page paper which examines the evolution of Arab Nationalism in Egypt. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAgyis.rtf

Arabs in Israel
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This 6 page paper examines the relationship between Arabs and Israelis, the voting system in Israel, proposals to the difficulties in the region and so forth. The paper is presented in Q & A format. Three questions are posed and answered. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA431Ara.rtf

Architecture and Culture: A Focus on Egypt
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This 6 page paper supports the view that much about culture can be learned by looking at architecture. Egypt is the country of focus. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA702arc.rtf

Arguments Against Attacking Iraq
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A 7 page paper listing several reasons that the US should not attack Iraq for the purposes of deposing Saddam Hussein. While there is no question that Hussein likely is one of the most evil individuals on the planet, removing him by force opens the US to a host of other problems. Not the least of these is the view of the US as an oppressive bully, dictating to another sovereign nation how it will conduct its affairs. Though the US certainly should be able to accomplish the removal of Hussein from power, its stated objective is to dismantle Al Qaeda. Attacking Iraq likely will only have the opposite effect in giving would-be terrorists incentive for joining with the terrorist group that is not among those that Iraq formally supports. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: KSiraqAgainstWar.rtf

Assessment Of Cancer Knowledge, Attitudes And Screening Behavior Among Middle Eastern Population
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8 pages in length. No country is immune from the ravages of cancer, however, not all nations are as knowledgeable or have the most beneficial attitudes about the often-fatal disease. As well, screening behavior has been found to be gravely deficient in some parts of the globe, effectively adding to the overall mortality rate. Speculation has surmised that the Middle East has not sufficiently maintained its knowledge base with regard to cancer, yet recent awareness consortiums and comprehensive clinics have been at the forefront of its fight against this indiscriminate killer. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: TLCmides.wps

Assyrian-Americans
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This 5 page paper discusses Assyrian Americans, their history and their contributions to American culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: HVAssyr.rtf

Bahrain: A Middle East Success Story
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A 5 page overview of Bahrain's economic status in relation to the Middle East and the rest of the world. Emphasizes Bahrain's recognition of oil as a limited resource and the need for economic diversification, an objective she has pursued since the 1960s. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPbahran.wps

Belly Dancing in the Middle East
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A 5 page paper on belly dancing and its importance to the Middle East cultures. It has traditionally been used in weddings where the dancer is believed to bless the wedding, taking the bride on a symbolic journey from girlhood to womanhood where her sexuality is released. It is also compared with some forms of dance in the United States, other than belly dancing itself. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Belldanc.wps

Bernard Lewis', "Crisis of Islam":
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This 4 page paper provides a summary and analysis of "Crisis of Islam" and explores the relevance of this topic to today's political environment. This paper furthermore offers insight into the problems associated with Islamic thought and why they are controversial in our modern society. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: GSCrisis.rtf

Book Review of Matthew R. Simmons’ “Twilight in the Desert”
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A 6 page paper which provides a detailed overview of the text, describes its thesis and structure, then evaluates its overall strengths and weaknesses. No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGtwidesrt.rtf

Bornstein/Crossing the Green Line
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A 4 page essay that examines Avram Bornstein's fascinating ethnography Crossing the Green Line Between the West Bank and Israel gives the reader considerably insight into the daily lives of Palestinians who are trying to survive in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. By exploring their working lives--those who migrate each day into Israel "crossing the green line" and also those who work in the West Bank-- Bornstein demonstrates the validity of his principal conclusion, which is that the "green line' is not about religious orientation, but rather about economic power and the ability of the dominate state to maintain and subordinate a cheap labor force. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khgrli.rtf

British Imperialism in the Middle East in the Early 20th Century
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This 16 page paper discusses some of the early 20th century history of Iraq, with specific reference to the British influence in the region at the time, and the Baghdad Railway. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: HVGBIraq.rtf

Business and Economy in Oman
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A 10 page paper discussing the economy-building activities of one of the Gulf states. The Sultanate of Oman is a small country nearly equating in land mass to the US state of Kansas, bordering Saudi Arabia on the East. Sultan Qaboos bin Said determined shortly after coming to power in 1970 that Oman's best interests were not served by being fully dependent on oil for its national income. The Sultan stresses private sector development and self-reliance, encouraging the people to be self-sufficient so that the nation can be as well. The nation is fully open to foreign investment, development of local non-oil industry and privatization of public holdings. Noted for its traditions of fairness and political stability, Oman provides conditions favorable for both international and domestic economic development. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KSoman.doc

Can Terrorism Ever Be Justified?
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This 15 page paper examines terrorism and focuses on the group Hezbollah. The paper looks at both sides of terrorism and arguments against it as well as arguments that equate terrorism with acts of war. Philosophical differences are discussed in addition to practical considerations of terrorism in today's world. The Middle East is highlighted as well as the attack on the United States in 2001. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA404ter.rtf

Capture of Adolf Eichmann
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A 14 page research paper that discusses the legality of the abduction of Adolf Eichmann from Argentina by the Israeli secret service and his subsequent trial. As background to this discussion, the writer also covers Eichmann's role in the Holocaust and his escape from American occupying forces and flight to Argentina. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: kheich.rtf

Cause and Aftermath of September 11, 2001
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This 15 page paper takes the form of a speech to discuss the causes of the attack on September 11, and the U.S. actions in its wake. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVcsattk.rtf