Are the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan making U.S. enemies weaker? Is there any hope for long-term peace in the Middle East? Was President Obama right to have the United States join the United Nations Human Rights Council? Should European governments do more to integrate immigrants?
In this annual reader, CQ Researcher reporters offer students an in-depth look at sixteen of today’s most pressing issues, ranging from the developing world and human rights to climate change and terrorism. Each chapter identifies the key players, explores what’s at stake, and offers necessary background and analysis so students understand how past and current developments impact the future of each issue. Also included:
• pro/con box that examines two competing sides of a single issue question;
• detailed chronology;
• annotated bibliography and Web resources; and
• photos, charts, graphs and maps.
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Are the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan making U.S. enemies weaker? Is there any hope for long-term peace in the Middle East? Was President Obama right to have the United States join the United Nations Human Rights Council? Should European governments do more to integrate immigrants?
In this annual reader, CQ Researcher reporters offer students an in-depth look at sixteen of today’s most pressing issues, ranging from the developing world and human rights to climate change and terrorism.
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Table of Contents
Conflict, Security and Terrorism
1. Sub-Saharan Democracy
2. Crime in Latin America
3. Conflict in Congo
4. Democracy in Southeast Asia
5. Confronting Rape as a War Crime
6. Drone Warfare
7. Mideast Turmoil
8. U.S.-China Relations
9. Afghanistan Dilemma
International Political Economy
10. The Graying Planet
11. Social Welfare in Europe
12. Future of the Eurozone
International Issues
13. Europe’s Immigration Turmoil
14. Disappearing Forests
15. Press Freedom
16. Climate Change
Testimonials
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Global Issues is a tremendous asset to any course on government and world affairs. Complex issues are presented in such a manner that students are eager and able to absorb the information effectively. Students become truly engaged in current issues and appreciate the analysis of these issues from multiple angles. This book is a must-have for any course with a focus on world affairs."
- Mary Anderson, University of Tampa
