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Privacy in South Korea, 2005.
This paper is a proposal for a quantitative research analysis of privacy issues in South Korea today.
16,840 words (approx. 67.4 pages), 128 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains that personal concepts of individual privacy are fundamentally different in the East from in the West, but there are certain commonalities about the human condition, which require a reasonable expectation for privacy in order for people to thrive and prosper. The author points out that, in their efforts to rebuild their economy, the South Korean government and South Korean people are drawing strength from many of the same factors. which motivated their impressive economic accomplishments over the last several decades. The paper describes a survey based on Pederson (1979) and Marshall (1974) scales as the instrument's framework and statistical analysis of the resulting data. Tables. Questionnaire.
Table of Contents
Introduction to the Study
Background of the Study
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study and Research Questions
Theoretical Basis of the Study
Significance of the Study
Definition of Terms
Limitations and Assumptions
Review of the Literature
Introduction
General Concepts of Privacy
The Legal Tradition
Cultural Theorists
Privacy and Korean Culture
Background of Culture and Sense of Community
Attitudes towards Privacy
Current Privacy Theory and Technology
Attitudes towards Privacy
South Korean Government, Technology and Privacy
Privacy Indicators
Privacy in the Family
Privacy in the Workplace
Chapter Summary
Methodology
Introduction
Research Steps
Nature of the Study
Case Study Methodology and Research Approach
Ethical Procedures
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"Two general but major theoretical orientations provide the basic foundation for the present investigation. These guide the cultural and philosophical theories that are described in detail in the following chapter. The first relates to cultural theory in general; the second pertains to personal privacy. With regard to culture, it can be said in the most general terms that culture is the most basic determinant of the wants and behaviors of individuals. Culture is an important idea because it deals with the way people live and approach problem solving in a social and organizational context. Those growing up in a given society quickly learn a basic set of values, perceptions, preferences, and behaviors unique to that culture. These concepts are learned through a process of socialization which involves the family, social group, school, and other institutions. Nevertheless, it is important to understand that different cultural theories continually surface as researchers learn increasingly more about culture and society. New perspectives give rise to new theoretical bases for assessing culture. Many early anthropologists conceived of culture as a collection of traits. Characteristics and behaviors were spread from one society to another. However, critics of this approach pointed out that the theory failed to explain why certain traits spread and others do not."
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Tourism in China, 2005.
Examines the effect of the convention and exhibition industry on Chinese tourism.
11,050 words (approx. 44.2 pages), 33 sources, APA, $ 218.95
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This paper deals primarily with convention and exhibition business as it pertains to China and discusses some of the problems that the industry faces due to a lack of perceived understanding. The first chapter examines the statement of the problem and provides details about why a study of this nature is necessary. In chapter two, the literature on the subject is reviewed. Since there is not enough literature to provide a comprehensive account of convention and exhibition business when it comes to China, other countries are looked at in the form of case studies and these are compared to China. The paper shows that China would do well to merge its convention and exhibition industry and its tourism industry as much as possible and that other countries may also want to examine the idea of doing this. The third chapter deals with the methodology of the issue and how the study itself was conducted. What kind of data was collected, as well as where it came from and how it will be analyzed are all important issues discussed in chapter three, which provides a strong lead-in for chapter four, where the data that was collected is actually analyzed. This analysis is at the heart of the study, and the research questions that were created in chapter one are dealt with again in light of the information collected. In the last chapter, the information is summarized and conclusions are drawn about the issue. The recommendations for future research into the area of convention and exhibition business in China are also provided.
Table of Contents
Chapter One
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Questions and Objectives
Objectives:
Research Questions:
Importance of the Study
Significance of the Study
Rationale for the Study
Limitations of the Study
Reliability and Validity of the Data
Summary
Chapter Two
Review of the Literature
The Background of Convention and Exhibition Tourism in China
Why Attend Conventions and Exhibitions?
The Relationship between the Convention and Exhibition Industry and the Tourism Industry
Convention and Exhibition Tourism's Actuality and Foreground in China
Potential Pitfalls of Chinese Convention and Exhibition Tourism
Reviewing the Tourism Industry Information
Chapter Three
Methodology
Data Collection
The Study Population
The Nature of the Data
How the Data will be Analyzed
Relevant Research Ethics
Chapter Four
Data Analysis
Chapter Five
Summary, Recommendations and Conclusions
References and Bibliography
From the Paper
"Conventions and exhibitions should be studied with relation to the tourism industry. On the inside, incentive travel, exhibition participation, and reception service of receiver are traditional tourism categories in general. The argument is that the convention and exhibition industry also pertains to the tourism industry category. Dai (2003) notes that examination, approving, and holding of conventions and exhibitions are all started from an external economic trade department and correlative function department in China. Accordingly, many people regard 'tourism of after convention and exhibition participation' as one part of the tourism industry but they do not consider that the collectivity of conventions and exhibitions is composed of urban tourism. This is, on the whole, a very narrow perspective, and there are reasons why the researcher believes this."
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China?s One Child Policy, 2005.
A look at China's 'one child' policy and its cultural and social impact.
3,685 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 61 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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This work explores the social policies and reforms that have practically destroyed the traditional Chinese family structure in patrilineal descent, kinship, and tradition.
Outline
Statement of Thesis
Introduction
The Population Explosion
Problems Presented by Overpopulation
Government Policies in China Initiated for Population Control
The Population Control Policies in Retrospect
Governmental Policy: Commonly accepted Definitions and Boundaries
Scientific Data and Implications
Social Impact of China's Population Control Policy
The Little Emperor Syndrome
Economical Impact of China's Little Emperors
Searching for Solutions: Which Way Out?
Conclusion
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"Although nearly one-fourth of the world's total population lives in China there is a shortage in China but is not what one would expect to hear in that there is a shortage of individuals in terms of workers and in terms of females available for marriage. This shortage is very severe on both accounts and is illustrated through the facts that there are not enough individuals of working age to support the elderly population that comprises a large percentage of the countries population. Just as impacting is the fact that there is a shortage of brides for the men in China that equals one million men per year beginning in the year 2020 without available women in the society for marriage and starting a family."
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South Korea, 2004.
An analysis of the political structure and philosophy of South Korea.
1,418 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses the South Korean government. The paper contends that the political structure and philosophy of South Korea is a unique interplay of four major forces: first and most obvious, the individual native customs and beliefs of the Korean people; second, Confusion notions and ideals; third, Western European and U.S. political models; and fourth, Marxist philosophy. The paper explains that to understand the modern South Korean government is to recognize it as a conglomeration of philosophies that appear on the surface to be contradictory, but arose out of several periods of economic and political strife.
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"The fifteenth century saw the rise of Neo-Confucianism in South Korea; this came out of a response to the established system of noble overlords. The new political movement sought to establish a government that addressed the issues of the citizenry rather than simply act to perpetuate its own power. "As the proponents of Neo-Confucianism secured positions in central government organs, especially the Board of Censors, they were increasingly able to propose policies aimed at the moral reform of the government and its officials in the light of Neo-Confucian doctrine." (Wright 62). Eventually, the political structure became factionalized, separating the Neo-Confucians from the nobles. "
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?A Personal Matter?, 2005.
Examines the themes of fatalism and destiny in this novel by Kenzaburo Oe.
1,185 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 40.95
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Kenzaburo Oe's novel entitled "A Personal Matter" is a personal narrative of the travails that he and his family went through during post-World War II Japan, a period wherein the country's citizens are experiencing suffering as a result of their nation's defeat in the war. This paper discusses an emergent theme that dominates the novel, which is the fatalistic attitude that the protagonist of the novel, Bird, assumes. Remarkably, the novel illustrates Bird's shift from being fatalistic to being an individual in control of himself and the course of his 'fate.' The discussion in this paper analyzes how this transition happens in "A Personal Matter," and how, through the theme of fatalism and concept of destiny, Oe's novel reflects Japanese society at a time when society is still struggling from a downfall politically and economically, to the detriment of the country's people. In effect, this paper argues that Bird's transition from being fatalistic to being a decisive individual reflects his eventual subsistence to asserting his control over his life, trusting and being himself in the midst of complexities in life that he faces.
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"These insights about Bird's transition from being fatalistic to decisive become apparent when accounts of his previous behavior and attitude about his son's health problems are analyzed. In the first chapter of the novel, it is evident that Bird is at a crossroads, experiencing internal struggle as he seeks to reconcile his want to become free and live life as a bachelor and need to become a good father and husband for his family. Oe characterizes Bird as a stubborn and happy-go-lucky individual, whose ultimate goal in life is to travel in Africa, and is currently experiencing the distress of being a "family man": "Was he being forced to say good-by, in spite of himself, to the single and final occasion of dazzling tension in his youth? And what if I am? There's not a thing in hell I can do about it!" (3). This last utterance by Bird demonstrates his fatalistic attitude in life, where he passively accepts life as fate presents it to him, an individual who believes that can do nothing to change his fate, since it is already pre-determined."
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Female Abuse in India, 2005.
An analysis of the abuse and rape of women during the partition of India, 1947-8.
8,834 words (approx. 35.3 pages), 48 sources, APA, $ 185.95
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While the history of the partition of India has been written and discussed from numerous angles and aspects, the human factor and especially the cost to women has only recently begun to be researched in any real theoretical depth . This paper attempts to provide the political and colonial background to the issue of female abuse. It focuses on the broader societal and social issues that can be seen as engendering factors for the rape of over 75 thousand women. It also integrates the various feminist studies and theories that shed light on the immense suffering of women during this period.
Outline
Introduction
The Partition of India
Human Rights Violations and the Abuse of Women
The Causes: Religion
Cause: Women Subjugation
The Effects
Breaking the Silence
Female Abuse Throughout the World
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Partition was seen as a less viable option by the British as a result of the high economic costs of colonial governance and the effects of the Second World War. Another contributing factor that led to the social events surrounding partition was that the dissolution of the colonial enterprise resulted in conflict between the various political and ethnic groupings on the subcontinent. Before partition the various groups in India had largely united in their opposition to the British Raj. With the advent of partition they began to revive old wounds and differences and hence created rigid divisions which were to result in tragedy for millions. This division in the absence of British rule was to widen and increase enmities, particularly between Hindu and Muslim. "
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Hinduism and Women, 2005.
A discussion of how Hindu women are treated according to religious law and state law in India.
1,957 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper offers and examination of Hindu law and how it refers to women. It explains that much of Hindu literature and ancient laws were deliberately discriminatory toward women. However, the formation of an independent Indian government following British colonization spelled the end of state sanctioned discrimination. The writer concludes that despite women being officially granted equal rights under law, many sects of Hinduism still observe the time-honored, oppressive practices against women.
Table of Contents
I. Introduction
II. History
III. Worldview
IV. Hindu Beliefs Perpetuate Inequality
V. Conclusion
From the Paper
"Yet, influence from the West is growing stronger in all parts of the world; India is no exception. The notion that everyone has an inherent right to be treated equally is quite appealing-particularly to those occupying low social stations. As individuals in low castes and woman begin to demand equal opportunities Hinduism will need to change. Fortunately, the entire five thousand year history of the religion has been marked with many changes; Hinduism has proven itself to be one of the most malleable faiths ever devised. It is likely that Hinduism will survive some form of social reorganization because the underlying principles of the religion are so uplifting and inspiring."
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Domestic Violence: Article Analysis, 2003.
Analyzes an article by Sandra Martin, et. al. on domestic violence in India.
910 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 32.95
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Sandra Martin, et. al.'s (2001) report on the study of domestic violence in India ("Domestic Violence Across Generations: Findings from Northern India") provides insightful facts about the nature of the issue when applied in the context of collective societies such as India, wherein cultural and social norms play a vital role in determining the behavior and attitude of individuals. This paper shows that of particular interest to the study is the attitude and behavior of Indian males, in order to ascertain the role that parental influence plays in perpetuating violent behavior against women, especially to their wives, whether this violent behavior be physical, sexual or both.
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"The researchers offer the thesis, in the article, that apart from Indian culture, males have the greater propensity to abuse their wives if they have been exposed to previous episodes of domestic violence from their parents. Association between propensity to become violent and abusive towards women is perpetuated by males who have had experienced or witness violent acts and behavior from their father against their mother. This important finding in the study illustrates how, more than society, the family, as the most immediate contact and influence of the individual, becomes the primary source of influence for tolerating and perpetuating violent behavior against women (particularly wives), thus resulting to the prevalence of domestic violence in the country."
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The Thailand Cosmetics Market, 2005.
This paper analyzes the Thai cosmetics industry particularly the political and legal environments.
980 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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This paper explains that Thailand is considered a potential gateway to Southeast Asia for both exports and investment, thus a lucrative and promising market. It explains that within Thailand, the cosmetics industry is actually one of the fastest growing sectors and cosmetics are booming in all of Asia. The author points out that the cosmetics industry is one of the leading industries in Thailand, providing opportunities for free regional trade, high productivity and strong competitiveness. The paper relates that the latest trend in Thailand, similar to the global marketplace, is a move toward more natural products and greater targeting of teenagers and male consumers.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Overview: Thai Business Environment
Political Environment
Cosmetic Industry Stats
From the Paper
"Anyone wishing to start a business is counseled to be aware of Thai culture so that he or she can best focus and market his or her product to the population at large. There is slow progress toward utilization of E-Commerce in the country; however, the commercial community in Thailand is for the most part computer literate. Generally, cosmetics sales and exports have been successful in Thailand without reliance on E-Commerce."
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"Hiroshima", 2005.
A review and analysis of John Hersey's book "Hiroshima".
889 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper summarizes, reviews, and analyzes John Hersey's book about the atomic bomb that the United States dropped on the city of Hiroshima during WWII. The paper explains how the book must be understood from the context of the time it was written and how it is a book that points out that it is important that those who use the bomb understand its devastating affects so that it is never used again.
From the Paper
"The book cannot be understood without understanding the times during which it was written. While today we know that it was an atomic bomb, survivors of the Hiroshima knew that it was war-related but not what kind of weapon was used. They knew it was only one bomb but -- except for Japan's physicists, who figured it out -- could not understand how one bomb could so much damage. Speculation included a "gasoline bomb" that showered the city with gasoline, causing major fire damage, and a magnesium bomb, with the magnesium hitting power lines, causing major fires. Most knew it was some terrible new weapon and, after hearing the bomb "split the atom," gave it names such as genshi bakudan, which would translate literally to "original child bomb"."
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Cultural Medical Differences, 2005.
This paper compares the ethical and cultural medical traditions of two different cultures: The United States and the Hmong, an indigenous population native of Laos, a growing immigrant presence in California.
790 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper explains the case of Lia, a Hmong girl stricken with epilepsy, which causes a cultural clash between her physicians and her parents. The author point out that her physicians defined Lia's illness in physical and chemical terms, but Lia's parents, like many Hmong people, regarded epilepsy with ambivalence because, to them, epileptic seizures are often seen as trances, giving the affected person special powers. The paper relates that Lia's parents violated several precepts of Western medicine by refusing medical treatment and purposely giving their daughter improper dosages of medicine; however, Lia's well-meaning physicians also unknowingly violated several important tenets of Hmong culture, such as their discussions of Lia's possible death.
From the Paper
"Lia's parents, however, have a distinct explanatory model for their daughter's illness. The epilepsy was caused when a startled Lia's soul fled her body and became lost. Lia's soul had fallen prey to a thieving dab, a malevolent spirit. Therefore, Lia's soul was trapped outside her body, which remained rooted to the ground. Among the symptoms of this soul loss are fainting, rolling eyes and jerking limbs - which are also the classic symbols of a seizure that accompanies epilepsy."
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Small and Medium Enterprises of Thailand, 2005.
An overview of what factors affect small and medium enterprises in Thailand and how they are regulated.
2,626 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper discusses a number of factors affecting and influencing small and medium size enterprises in Thailand. The paper looks at the industrial sector and its regulators, what may impede the growth of these enterprises, taxes and laws affecting the operation and ownership of businesses and requisites for entrepreneurship.
The Industrial Sector and Its Regulators
Growth Impediments to SMEs in Thailand
Income Tax and Laws for Foreigners in Thailand
Small Retailers vs Big Chains
Business in Thailand Only 2% E-Commerce
Requisites for Entrepreneurship
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"The industrial sector has contributed the most to the economic growth of Thailand, with manufacturing as its most important sub-sector , followed by construction, mining and quarrying. Manufacturing, accounting for approximately 25% of each addition to the incremental Gross Domestic Product, has relied heavily on agricultural products, such as rubber, textile, food processing, beverages and tobacco. Employment in the manufacturing sector has constituted more than more than 25% of the labor force Thailand's most important exports have been processed food, leather, wood, rubber and basic metals. The industrial sector is under the supervision of the Ministry of Finance, the Board of Investments, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Industry, the Industrial Finance Corporation, the Bank of Thailand and the National Economic and Social Development. The Ministry of Finance administers taxes and duties and provides refunds on exports and has a decisive role on government equity participation, foreign borrowing for project support and protection through tariff. The Board of Investment provides incentives for investments."
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MSG Bioprocessing, 2005.
A look at monosodium glutamate (MSG) and its uses.
1,768 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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This paper examines MSG and its uses and takes a look at how it is made, including the fermentation process. The paper also discusses the technical details of the preparation process, the equipment commonly used, the use of enzymes and bacteria and examines the product packaging and quality control procedures. Finally, the paper includes a brief description of the market of MSG, and the socio-economic aspects of the product.
From the Paper
"Monosodium glutamate, or MSG, is the sodium salt of glutamic acid. Glutamate is an amino acid that occurs naturally in many foods known for their flavor, such as tomatoes and mushrooms. Additionally, glutamate is found as a naturally occurring amino acid in foods such as meat, fish, and many vegetables. It can also be found in foods such as ice cream, yogurt, soda, canned soups, flavored crackers, and chips. Glutamate is also produced in the human body naturally, helping to regulate the body's metabolic rate (WHO, 1988)."
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Durkheim on Japanese Suicide, 2005.
An application of Durkheim's anomie theory to 20th century Japanese issues of suicide.
3,154 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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This paper present the high figures of suicide in Japan over recent decades including statistics and graphs. It then introduces Emile Durkheim's anomie theory and discusses how this can be applied to the problem facing Japan. It uses the theory to try and explain the high rates of suicide. The paper then concludes that while the model is complex with many variables, the Durkheimian theory of anomie can be successfully applied to account for the high incidence of suicide in the country. Graphs. Tables.
Outline
1. Suicide in Japan
2 Durkheim's Theory of Anomie
3. Durkheim's Reasons for Suicide
4. Anomie in Japan
Bibliography
From the Paper
"In conclusion, Durkheim's theory of anomie is applicable to the high rate of suicide in Japan due to the dislocation and deregulation of normative structures within the culture. This relates to Japan's rush towards industrialization in the twentieth century and the development of an open and technologically-based society. Central events within the history of the culture, such as the reduction in status of the Emperors, were also major contributory elements towards an anomic society. The tenets of an open market and capitalism also were major contributing factors. This resulted in a societal imbalance in the inability to reconcile ends and means in terms of aspirations and desires within the society."
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Vietnam History, 2005.
A post World War II history of Vietnam.
5,233 words (approx. 20.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 130.95
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This paper takes the reader through Vietnam's independence after World War II, the rise of communism in that country, how the domino theory guided U.S. policy toward Vietnam, how this policy actually had its origins in early American colonies, France's role in bringing on the Vietnam war and how peace with Vietnam was finally achieved. The paper concludes with a look at how accurate the domino theory really was and whether it applied to the situation in Vietnam.
Outline
The Domino Theory
Casting the Drama; Framework for the Longest U.S. War
Before "Freedom Fries"
Was the Domino Theory Accurate?
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"Politics makes strange bedfellows, but so does war. In World War II, one of the allies of the United States, Great Britain and France was a Communist nation, the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (U.S.S.R., or commonly, then, Russia). By the time that war had fully ended, however, it was business as usual for the once-major European powers. France and Great Britain still had many colonies spread across the globe to superintend, and Great Britain would soon be involved, as well, in 'uncolonizing' Palestine-a bloody undertaking that is still arguably providing for bloodbaths and upheaval in the entire region. When Fascism had been wiped out, the United States suffered as many concessions to the U.S.S.R. regarding Europe (the Baltics, Germany) as were tolerable. On the heels of the unsatisfactory results there, with a partitioned Germany and small independent states gone Communist (not to mention the free-Communist hybrid that was Finland), it was time for the United States to devote its energies to defeating the anti-democracy known as Communism before that political idea took hold in the remaining unaligned nations. (Fascism had also been an anti-democratic form of government, but it had been limited to Germany and briefly Italy)."
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