geographic scholarship has much to offer under current conditions, and is already making significant contributions in key areas. In particular, research on what might be called the contours and impacts of urban restructuring and the neoliberal city, immigration and cities of difference, and urban environmental justice show much promise and are likely to define the core of Canadian urban geography into the future. Key words: cities, urban geography, Canada, economic restructuring, neoliberalism, social justice
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Ever since the American Revolution came to an end, a verbal war broke out to see what political party would own America's power. Even though there may be more than two parties, both the Democratic and Republican parties have stayed dominant over time. They have fought over hopes on tax implements, health care issues, and immigration policies. Tax implements have played a major role between social classes.The Democrats believe there should only be cuts for middle and low income families. In
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Immigration in the United States has always been controversial. Today, Latinos (specially Mexicans) are the group of immigrants that face the most immigration challenges. Many people have the idea that most Latinos have illegal status, are uneducated, and represent political and moral treats. Going back to the 1800s, the Chinese faced very similar issues the Latinos face today. The Chinese arrived in the United States to fill labor demands in the mining field and construction of railroads (Hing p
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Introduction Topic Overview In recent years, illegal immigration has been the topic of public discourse (Wucker, 2007). The public discourse is mainly due to the sensitivity of the issue of illegal immigration and the burden attributable to the resulting population explosion is placing on the governments and citizens as well as legal residents of states and counties in the United States (Martin, 2008). The recent enforcement of U. S. Department of Homeland Security (U.S. DHS) laws, which started
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Social Security: Then and Know Deanna Havens SOC 320/ Public Policy & Social Services December 10, 2011 Social Security was established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935, during the great depression. The social security system was supposed to be a creation that would cover nearly all Americans. Over the years social security has expanded in both dollar amounts and the way you are eligible to receive benefits. Social security smoothes the risks of economic cycles, and it remains
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Abang Abdul Rasyid Bin Abang Yusop DPA 15040001 International Relations and Security (KLE 0007) The Malaysia-Singapore Interconnectivity Issue Malaysia Singapore only has one bridge connecting it together since 1998. The first connection was a causeway which was opened in 1923 during the imperial British era. The Johor-Singapore causeway has been the main portal for entering and exiting Singapore for Malaysian ever since. During Tun Dr Mahathir’s administration, there was a plan to demolish the
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The Chains of Race It can be argued that since the Europeans sailed the ocean and landed in America, the notions of inferiority and race have been prevalent. The Europeans had “discovered” America and in the same way “discovered” the Native Americans. The question became, how do the natives fit into the Europeans’ belief-system. The Natives were ultimately seen as inferior due to their beliefs which differed from the European’s belief patterns. The Native American’s color became one of the indicators
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America are quite commonly known as first world countries (highly developed countries) and they are known to be the most powerful countries in the world. Britain and America practice the same type of electoral system that is first past the post. Their political system is large and intense mainly due to the size of the countries. As mention in the book Introduction to comparative politics: poltical challenges and changing agenda( fifth edition) ,Britain have a democratic parliamentary government headed
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together in harmony to resolve issues. Advantages of Intergovernmental Relationships While state government has the most authority over the lives of the people through state laws and taxes, they often partner with the U.S. government to govern efficiently. This form of governing has its advantages and disadvantages. This theory allows the U.S. government to manage higher level situations such as international relationships as well as allocate funds or resource for issues pertaining to the country
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1975, a new Constitution was approved, the monarchy restored and political and social transition achieved despite earlier fears that the country would sink into violence. The peaceful transition from a highly centralized, dictatorial regime to a pluralistic, liberal democracy showed a remarkable political sophistication and a determination not to let the scars of the Civil War impede progress towards democratic reforms. Indeed, many issues were downplayed in the early years of the transition in order
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