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The paper applies modernization theory and dependency theory to the lack of development found in the Philippines. The paper also considers the conditions found in the Philippines that are ignored by these theories and looks at the applicability of grassroots development theory to the Philippines' growth or non-growth. Additionally, the paper looks at how deforestation has hurt the Philippines and explores the unhappy role of the government in the nation's stunted growth. The paper concludes that there is really no one theory that adequately explains every facet of Philippine life, but there are many suggestions that might point the country in a better direction.

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"The following paper will discuss the conditions found in the Philippines. Specifically, the next several pages will apply modernization theory and dependency theory to the lack of development found in that land. The paper will also consider the conditions found in the Philippines that are ignored by these theories and look at the applicability of grassroots development theory to the Philippines' growth or non-growth. Additionally, the paper will look at how deforestation has hurt the Philippines and will explore the unhappy role of the government in the nation's stunted growth. In the end, there is really no one theory that adequately explains every..."

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