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China is one of the largest nations in the world and remained largely self governed and independent of other nations for most of its history. Through Opium wars and unequal treaties made by the winning parties, China slowly started to loose ground...

Overview of the case of Medellin vs. Texas, in which the Supreme Court is asked to decide between state sovereignty and the rule of the President that the Unites States will honor international treaties in criminal proceedings.

A brief summary of treaties dealing with Human Rights

This article is about the Tokugawa rule of Japan and the beginning of Western influences there.

The Intervention of the US in the Six Days War and its result on the region today.

An analysis of what needs to be done for the US to catch up with the rest of the world in addressing environmental concerns that everybody but our leader agrees need to be addressed.

One of the most important treaties which existed and was signed before America's Revolution occurred in 1768 between...

The agreement was expected to be more of an improvement over the previous two treaties, but...

Although the United States were not initially involved in World War I and tried to remain neutral as long as possible, once they entered the war, they had a huge presence and played a fairly large role in the peace treaties that resulted.

The Lakota Sioux have declared sovereign nation status, and withdrawn from treaties previously entered into with the United States Government.

At the end of the 19th century, the United States began to realize the potential they had as a world power. They were the leading producers of wheat and cotton, an industrial nation, and experiencing growing success with producing favorable international treaties.

International conventions and treaties have done a lot to protect owners of copyrights around the world. With the world seemingly becoming smaller every day, the United States took a look at its stance on the European copyright treaty known as the Berne Convention.

The Ninth Amendment affirms that rights enumerated in the Constitution do not preclude the existence of other rights belonging to the people. The Tenth Amendment says the States and the people retain all powers not granted to the Federal Government.

U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales's discounting of the Geneva Conventions and the Bush administration's opposition to other international laws and treaties suggest that the U.S. government has embarked on a dangerous course of pursuing its own intere

Foreign students and teachers in the U.S. are generally exempt for a certain period from U.S. tax on their worldwide income. They may be subject to tax on U.S. source income, subject to tax treaties that could apply. Qualified scholarships are exempt.

These are some suggestions for Donald Rumsfeld as he leaves the Pentagon at the end of next month.

U.S. policy towards Native Americans is one of our country's longest historical conflicts. From the late eighteenth century continuing through today, American government has been modifying its policies toward Native Americans.

Indian art includes, beaded works, pottery, modern photography, fine paintings, and sculptures.

Several questions dealing with the political atmosphere during the 300-year Spanish colonization are discussed in detail to paint a picture of the long and treacherous road to the rise of Philippine nationalism.

Grab a shirt box and a wadded up ball of wrapping paper if you want in on our family's Great Wrapping Paper Fight.

A Look at some of the Most Famous or Infamous Native Americans

The Constitution Party of the United States was formed in 1992, they support the shrinking of the federal governemtn and the use of biblical principles in government. Read on to find out their successes and party platform.

The "License to Kill" is not the province of fiction. Nations have in the past, and still do, locate and kill foreign nationals who are believed to constitute a threat to the nation. This article examines rhe real 007's in Britain, Israel and the United States.

The Iranian government, through its military, stages military demonstrations that are probably meant to intimidate UN forces if that body imposes sanctions over Iranian nuclear program.

William Frederick "Buffalo Bill" Cody was born on February 26th, 1845, near LeClaire, Iowa. William was born to Isaac and Mary Cody, and had a brother named Samuel who died from falling off a horse when he was seven. He grew to become an American...

This is an analysis of racial profiling in American airports.

The author argues in this article that neither islam nor the Qur'an require a state of endless war to exist between Muslims and Non-Muslims. He supports his argument by quoting from the Qur'an itself.

Pointing out the need for all n ations to adhere to internationakl, rather than their own national or local laws in order to defuse world crises

China has a growing list of Chinese citizens imprisoned for speaking out on the Internet. In fact, China is currently the world's leading jailer of journalists, with at least 32 journalists in custody and another 50 Internet campaigners also in prison.

Including some things that don't make a lot of sense.

Hollywood studios claim they are losing millions for many of their films because piracy in China "sells" videocasettes at small prices, which reduces movie theatre incomes. What can be done?

Extradition is the process of transporting a criminal from one country back to a country where he or she committed a crime.

1787: The first meeting of Congress consisted of 20 senators and 59 representatives

These are my opinions alone and should not reflect on anyone else.

This paper discusses the myth that Islam was spread by the sword and tries to prove that it is not true through specific examples in history.

An assessment of American relations with the European Union and how the idea of "dollar diplomacy" affects foreign relations

Inventors, by nature, are not business owners. And the're not lawyers. They generally are people who have stumbled on an idea while in the course of ta career. It's important for them to understand common inventing terms.

The revocation of tribal sovereignty would be a violation of the intent of the United States Constitution and this country's founders, as well as another broken promise to the American Indian people.

With all the talk of the commercialization of space, very few people are discussing a potential stumbling block that has to be dealt with before humans return to the Moon.

Duane Chapman made a common error when he went after Luster: he assumed that what was legal for him to do in the USA was legal in Mexico. Then he assumed that he could ignore the laws he broke because they were Mexican laws. He was wrong on both counts.

Why I think a 700 mile fence along our southern border is not the answer to stopping illegal immigration.

Paper argues that the bit character of Hermocrates exemplifies what Thucydides believed a true leader should in his Pelopennesian War.

Israel is a democratic nation. What's wrong with that

A look at deforestation and the push for sustainable wood resources

The elements of Offshore Financing Centers

With all of the attempts to block implementation of the President's new strategy, one would think that maybe he's not the commander-in-chief after all.

Congressman Keith Ellison claims that the founding fathers relied upon the Quran, among other sources of wisdom, to build our democratic and free society. In fact, Thomas Jefferson used his copy of the Quran to defeat the Barbary Pirates.

The Constitution of the United States of America is the law of the land by which all citizens of The United States and their official representatives in government are bound. This is not a conservative or liberal opinion, but a fact of life in this country.

When Martin Luther King Jr wrote his 'I Have a Dream 'speech, it was with the impression that there was something American that belonged to the Negro. Something that had been denied him. A discrepancy King addressed as a 'shameful condition'.

The cultural diversity of the United States has always been a boasted characteristic. However, the closets of American History has not only clouded much of the truth, but denies the true heritage of what lies beneath its young government.

One of the most important issues today between the Native Americans and the federal government would be the fight for land and sufficient social, medical and educational services for tribal members.

Telecommuting enhances national security in at least two significant ways and provides lifestyle advantages to employees as well as a more flexible workforce to employers

Last January 11th, China tested an anti satellite (ASAT) weapon by launching it against one of its own aging weather satellites. The weapon, launched from China's launch facility in Xichang, was what is commonly referred to as a kinetic kill weapon.

Law plays a significant role in the successful operation of business and society. Laws regulate social behavior, which leads to a society that runs efficiently.

Due to ongoing conflict in Darfur, the African Union refused Bashir the position of Chairperson, instead giving it to Ghana's John Kufuor.

A brief historical look at the Missouri Osage Indians.

I do agree that the real "meat of the matter" between the president and Congress is discovered by looking at their relationship rather than to evaluate each branch separately

Has the United nations been able to effectively produce the image of a global peacekeeping organization?

Reflections on how Al Qaeda and Iran hoped for US invasion in Iraq, and how the US should reengage in talks with Syria to promote stability to the region.

how FDR's open mind helped Jewish immigrants around the nation.

Carter's new book and Baker's Iraq study report mark a convergence of opposite ideologies on a single topic, Israel. It would seem that the left and the right are about to begin hammering on Israel as the U.S. grows ever impatient in Iraq.

Despite gaining a decisive victory in November, and an abundance of evidence, incoming Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi says that impeachment is "off the table". However, with investigations looming, Pelosi may soon be singing a different tune.

The environmental interests and power of countries are starkly divided between those north of the equator and south of the equator.

A commentary on how history is taught in the country and what it tells about Filipinos

The story of Maher Arar has been largely ignored by the media and, in the wake of this ridiculous "compromise" on the McCain-Graham-Warner proposal, this is just the thing to illustrate the destructive and malicious nature of this administration's detainee policies.

My personal opinion on the U.S. strategy of pre-emption and unilateralism.

Torture is wrong and un-American. Therefore legislation calling for an end to it would seem a no-brainer. Unfortunately, legislation in America isn't based on morality, but on politics.

This essay explores contemporary theory on the indigenous identity and its implications for the political strategy of indigenous groups.

A brief dicussion of the foriegn policy of the current administration, as well as a brief summary of the historical foriegn policy of the United States

There's a lot of talk about hydrogen as a viable replacement for fossil fuels. It seems nearly perfect; it burns clean, and is virtually unlimited. But hydrogen is not perfect--far from it. And there are complications involved that aren't in the eye of the general public.

In the wake of Joe Liebermans loss to upstart Ned Lamont, media talking heads and politicians from the right predict the demise of the Democratic Party. What does this say about their respect fo American democracy?

What is the WTO and what does it do?

French artists have covered many English songs. Hearing favorite songs in another language places a new perspective on the music. Covers of familiar songs can also be helpful to both beginning and more advanced foreign language students.

This book highlights the major events that transcended the culture of the American Indians and provides an outline breaking down the history of these people.

The overriding goal of Qing leaders was to centralize leadership in a large territory and maintain strict control. This was quite difficult due to the size of China...

"But what is government itself but the greatest of all reflections on human nature? If men were angels, no government would be necessary. If angels were to govern men, neither external nor internal controls on government would be necessary."

Participating in an overnight camp can be an unforgettable experience for any child. These camps allow children to share their summer fun and enjoy outdoor challenges with other children.

Excerpts from Hitler's domestic speeches show an interesting look at his foreign policies.

The year 1953 marked the beginning of the Korean War Armistice Agreement that sought to stop the Korean War and insure a complete cessation of hostilities and all acts of armed force in Korea until a final peaceful settlement could be achieved.

the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand and tensions between nations in World War One.

If you have navigated through a variety of positions in the United States and still feel like something is missing from your life, then you might want to consider working in another country.

Detailed look into the educational process of the Emperor Hirohito and the curriculum destined to make him an active political figure in contemporary Japanese times.

Takes a contemporary look at Japanese dipomacy and foreign relations during the Meiji era. A detailed look into the goals and assumptions of Japanese diplomats; recurring themes, and how the general public came to accept such policies.

The eventual demise of imperial China was firmly rooted in successive movements from first the intellectual community in 18th and 19th century China, and much like other European revolutions - the French Revolution in particular.

Nonresidents are subject to a 30% U.S. income tax on their U.S. source income that is not effectively connected with a U.S. trade or business. This income is referred to as fixed, determinable, annual, periodical (FDAP) income.

Without proper planning, your purchase abroad could be a nightmare. Here's how to make sure it's not.

For the last two years, two Indian nations in Maine, the Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes, have jointly been petitioning to open a casino in the state of Maine. The controversy surrounding this proposal, and why it should be passed.

Any reasonable interpretation of the Constitution's impeachment clause leads to theconclusion that President Bush should be impeached for his high crimes against the United States.

The comparison with Jerusalem with other cities of antiquity.

A recent Cornell University survey found that almost half of all Americans believe that the U.S. government should restrict the civil liberties of Muslim Americans. This bigoted, racist attitude is quite simply appalling. It essentially favors racial prof

Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado is a beautiful place to get a great education at an affordable price.

For many generations there has been a constant conflict in the Middle East. The conflict has taken many lives, caused numerous arguments and is still yet unresolved. Although many solutions have been proposed, none have produced a reasonable resolution.

November 19th was World Day Against Child Abuse and Exploitation.

The Arms Export Control Act, as