Illicit Drugs in Mexico and Green Issues in Brazil
Discussion 1
Recent history of Mexico has shown a slow descent into violence and chaos. The Mexican government is at war with an illicit drug economy and corruption within its borders. Violence has increased substantially against the Mexican populace and Mexican government officials. Answer the following: 1) Does Mexico’s political party system reduce or contribute to the high levels of corruption within the government? 2) Describe Mexico’s political and social culture. How does this affect the current level of insecurity in Mexico? 3) How does the illicit drug economy affect the government system of Mexico?
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Discussion 2
Brazil provides a fascinating example of contrasting environmental policy. Protecting Brazilian rain forests has been a public interest for those in Brazil and those outside of Brazil for decades. However, rainforests continue to be cut down at an alarming rate. Meanwhile, Brazil is the world’s second largest producer of ethanol and maintains much of its energy needs through biofuels. Answer the following: 1) Describe how the two “green issues” are in conflict with each other and what you believe to be the interest groups driving this dynamic? 2) What domestic economic policies might Brazil try to promote with these contradictory environmental policies?
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Corruption in Mexico has affected the economy, social and political aspect of the state. In 2005 Mexico was voted as one of the top 75 corrupt countries in the world. Mexico borders the United States of America which is the largest illegal market for illicit drugs…………………………….
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