Return of the nativist

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The movement to limit immigration is growing stronger in the US, as economic woes make immigrants an easy scapegoat. The recent riots in Los Angeles point out the problems between blacks, Asians, and Latinos, and the concept of the US as a melting pot is losing its credibility.

Economic aspects, Ethnic relations, Emigration and immigration law, Immigration law

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The return of the not-so natives

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Many African Americans have traveled to South Africa since the country's first truly democratic election in Apr 1994. Some are just visiting, others are on business, others enjoy the freedom and may stay. However, some South Africans feel patronized by the African Americans.

South Africa, Demographic aspects, African Americans, Travel

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Return of the emirs: Uzbekistan

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Uzbekistan Pres Islam Karimov is ruling that country with an iron hand, as dissenters and human rights advocates have to fear for their lives. Karimov's rationale for his brutal rule is to avoid the type of civil war which exists in neighboring Tajikistan.

Political activity, Human rights, Uzbekistan, Authoritarianism, Karimov, Islam

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