Abstract
This paper discusses border security, which it asserts has been an issue for many countries for some time. While the threat of cross-border terrorism has added to the concerns, security is also an economic issue both for the country being invaded by people from other parts of the world and for the countries losing these people. In the U.S., the major concern has been over people crossing the border from Mexico seeking economic benefits, while people crossing the border from Canada have never been that much of a concern because the two countries are more equal economically. For that same reason, few people cross the border illegally from the U.S. into Canada.

From the Paper
"Border security has been an issue for many countries for some time, and while the threat of cross-border terrorism has added to the concerns, security is also an economic issue both for the country being invaded by people from other parts of the world and for the countries losing these people. In the U.S., the major concern has been over people crossing the border from Mexico seeking economic benefits, while people crossing the border from Canada have never been that much of a concern because the two countries are more equal economically. For that same reason, few people cross the border illegally from the U.S. into Canada. Border security was made an explicit topic in the U.S. in the report from ..."

Tags:immigration, emigration, worker, generation

Abstract
The paper discusses how border security has been an issue for many countries for some time, from a security and economic perspective. The paper discusses the ramifications of border control for the country being invaded and for the country losing the people. The paper looks at the opening of borders to trade and the U.S., Canada and Mexico's NAFTA agreement that has become for many the symbol of globalization.

From the Paper
"The prevailing attitudes toward immigration and border security were seen as being in conflict with aspects of American economic policy in the era of increased globalization. Critics often see globalization as something that happens to other parts of the world while the governing elites in America benefit. Those who see America as harmed in any way usually do so in terms of American workers thrown out of work because of factories moving to Mexico or China. There are other ways in which Americans are affected by globalization, however, among them when "formerly tightly knit neighborhoods absorb new waves of immigration and the job market changes, to a certain degree prompted by plant closings in favor of cheap labor overseas" (Mittelman, 2002, p. 5)."

Tags:protectionism, NAFTA, globalization, immigration, trade

Abstract
In this article, the writer notes that, following the horror of the catastrophe and carnage of September 11, 2001, if there was ever any doubt that America's priorities needed to be changed, that doubt was now removed. The writer relates that America's leaders would begin to examine the nation's vulnerabilities, among the most glaring of which was the porousness of its borders - the vast influx of Mexican nationals across America's southwestern frontier. The writer notes that the flood of Mexicans across the United States border, though the result primarily of economic factors, has powerful implications for America's security. The writer points out that a serious analysis of the aims of America's national security strategy might look at whether illegal aliens truly present the terrorism problem that has been attributed to them. The writer concludes that while there may be real and significant reason to contain or eliminate illegal immigration from Mexico, and to seal the Southwestern border of the United States, government action does not seem to bear out the sense of urgency inherent in its rhetoric.

From the Paper
"The Immigration and Naturalization Service was already putting operation plans that would treat alien groups as potential subversives, arrogating to itself extraordinary, seemingly extra-legal powers in the name of guarding against potential national security threats. The fear of alien incursion to which these contingencies react is based on a still larger problem, of which Mexico and other developing nations appear to partake. It is a similar to the problems that pervade much of the Muslim world, as well, and give rise to the feelings of hopelessness, despair, and frustration, that turn so many into terrorists."
"Globalization has led to a worldwide race for control of resources, both human and natural. The populations of developing nations, like Mexico, feel themselves more exploited than ever by the multinational corporations operating out of technologically-advanced nations like the United States."

Tags:immigration, alien, Mexico

Abstract
The paper discusses how border security is becoming a major issue in the post-9-11 world. The paper relates that the problem was seen first in economic and social terms, then as a law enforcement matter and now as a national security issue. The paper discusses how while this may have made the nation more serious about controlling the flow of illegal immigration, it has not immediately suggested how to accomplish this difficult task. The paper examines the various means that are being recommended and tried; increasing the number of border guards, building a fence, enhancing ID cards and using facial recognition software.

Outline:
Introduction
Economic Security
Immigration and Crime
The Immigration Debate
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The immigration debate has been ongoing for many years, with an effort to determine the degree to which legal immigration will be supported and illegal immigration will be tolerated. The United States has two major borders, the longest with Canada (not generally seen as an issue) and a shorter one with Mexico (considered a major problem and at times a major threat as thousands of illegal immigrants cross each year seeking economic benefits in the U.S.) For decades, the border has been relatively porous in spite of the many people who have raised the issue and who see illegal immigration as a major economic threat."

Tags:immigrant, liberty, freedom, asylum, ID, guards

Abstract
This paper discusses immigration reform which is currently one of the most important long-term issues facing the United States outside of its War on Terror, although border security is related to some degree to this issue as well. The paper notes that the growing Minuteman movement, in which armed vigilantes have taken to patrolling the border, has brought the immigration reform issue and President Bush's guest worker program to the forefront of the public consciousness. While this author supports border security, it is just as clear that immigration needs to be expanded in order to validate what is occurring anyway, which is immigrant labor made illegal by current policies but required for continued economic health and ongoing mass movement across the borders that will persist in any regard.

From the Paper
"This paper discusses immigration reform which is currently one of the most important long-term issues facing the United States outside of its War on Terror although border security is related to some degree to this issue as well. The growing Minuteman movement, in which armed vigilantes have taken to patrolling the border, has brought the immigration reform issue and President Bush's guest worker program to the forefront of the public consciousness. While this author supports border security it is just as clear that immigration needs to be expanded in order to validate what is occurring anyway which is immigrant labor made illegal by current policies..."

Tags:immigration, reform, minutemen

Abstract
The paper argues that a secured transaction is one in which collateral is used as security for a loan or other financial value. The paper discusses how within a global economy, many of the laws surrounding secured transactions and collateral have become complicated and convoluted, warranting a uniform law across borders to simplify international business dealings. The paper shows how secured transactions play a large role in economic development of both North and South America through the reduction of costs of financing small and medium-sized business. Alternatively, the paper explains that personal property security is not relevant when it comes to the financial obligations of publicly held organizations in the United States.

From the Paper
"A secured transaction is one in which collateral is used as security for or loan or other financial value. Within a global economy, many of laws surrounding secured transactions and collateral have become complicated..."

Tags:secured, transactions, law

Abstract
In this article, the writer notes that an estimated 10 million illegal immigrants currently reside in America, having skirted medical check-in processes, perhaps occupying jobs that may otherwise be held by American citizens, and creating a drain on public resources. The writer discusses that approaches for dealing with the illegal immigrant crisis in America have varied widely, with some advocating giving illegal immigrants amnesty and others claiming they should be rounded up and forcibly evicted from the country. The writer maintains that the only real solution to America's current population of illegal immigrants is to legitimize their status and bring them in from the cold, but, in the long-term, legitimization is not practical. Illegal immigrants pose too many health, safety and economic concerns for the American border to remain permanently porous. The writer thus argues that America must get serious about building a border fence, deploying more border agents, or, preferably, both, in order to avoid the future implications of poor border security.

Outline:
Bringing Illegals in from the Cold
Stopping the Flow
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Granting amnesty to illegal aliens is a practical solution because of a simple fact often overlooked by deportation supporters -- rounding up and sending home millions of illegal immigrants is unfeasible. There are 10 million illegal immigrants in America today -- equivalent to 3 percent of the nation's population and 10 times the population of Maine -- and they are spread out. While illegal immigration is often considered a West Coast and Southwest problem, there are illegals in New York City, Chicago, the fruit-picking regions of the Northwest, and just about all spaces in between. The law enforcement effort required to deport 3 percent of America's population would be both cost prohibitive and impractical. Major cities, for example, routinely complain that they do not have enough police officers on the streets to fight crime, and if they turned their attention to illegal immigrants, they would be able to focus on little else. Quite simply, the mass deportation called for by anti-immigration hawks will never happen."

Tags:resources, aliens, amnesty, population

Abstract
The paper examines some of the key issues that characterize the present political relationship between Canada and the United States, namely, terrorism/Afghanistan, the economic crisis/trade, border security and environmental matters. The paper analyzes the impact that the Obama administration is expected to have in this relationship over the next few years and postulates that the relationship between Canada and the United States is not only strong, but it will grow stronger over the next few years. The paper asserts that the congruence between the present administrations of both nations will allow them to work together more closely than ever before.

Outline:
Introduction
Key Issues: Terrorism/Afghanistan
Key Issues: Economic Crisis/Trade
Key Issues: Border Security
Key Issues: Environmental Matters
Outlook: The Next Few Years
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Following the September 11th terrorist attacks, a new relationship was forged between the United States and Canada with respect to terrorism. The notion that terrorist attacks could hit Toronto or Ottawa in the same way that they hit New York and Washington, DC was frightening for the Chretien administration. They quickly joined the Bush administration in the so-called "war on terror", and became part of the NATO coalition that eventually invaded Afghanistan and deposed the Taliban. Both Canada and the United States have remained in Afghanistan ever since."

Tags:terrorism, Afghanistan, environment, trade, border, security, Obama, Harper, Chretien, Bush

Abstract
This paper discusses the impact of immigration and illegal immigration on Mexico and the United States, focusing on border security, economic considerations, and the impact of 9/11. The paper also discusses militarization of the border.

From the Paper
"Americans owe a debt of gratitude to Mexican immigrants. Mexican immigrants have provided low-cost labor to the United States for a long time, enabling our country to achieve profits it could never have achieved without them. Mexicans fill low-level jobs in agriculture and other blue-collar arenas that most Americans refuse to take. In addition, Mexican culture has added a dimension to our own in cities like Los Angeles that has increased the tourist appeal and character of those cities. Los Angeles is essentially a Mexican-flavored city..."

Tags:Mexico, immigration, border security, 9/11

Abstract
This paper discusses immigration reform and the growing Minuteman Movement, in which armed vigilantes have taken to patrolling the border.
The paper supports border security but contends that immigration should be expanded. The paper explains that the country should validate what is occurring anyway and what is in fact required for the country's economic well-being.

Outline:
Overview
The Minutemen Project
Open-Door Immigration Reform
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Immigration and immigration reform are issues central the United States (U.S.) and will continue to be important because of the U.S.'s historical encouragement of immigration and its ongoing reliance on foreign labor crossing the border from its Southern neighbor Mexico. The U.S. has several lengthy border with its neighboring countries; primarily Canada and Mexico. Because of Canada's high standard of living and developed economy, illegal immigration across the border with that country is minimal and not considered a priority. However, Mexico is a developing market with a large population and a high rate of poverty and therefore its citizens consider crossing the border into the U.S. and working primarily in labor positions as an opportunity to improve their quality of lives."

Tags:Minuteman, patrols, border, security, citizenship, economy