A comprehensive examination of the concept of "civil society", in which international scholars analyze civil society and democracy, citizenship, race and ethnicity and post-communism. Issues addressed include: The extent to which actual societies exhibit the features of the "ideal-type" civil society; the consequences of institutionalizing the ......
Offers variety of perspectives on the different immigration debates within the two countries and the divergent policies they have generated. In 15 papers from a November 1994 workshop in Cambridge, Massachusetts, explores the history of incorporating migrants into the workforce and society, rights
Diversity and Similarity Across Europe and the United States
This volume explores the experience of nine Western European nations and the United States in this area of criminal justice policy and practice. It highlights diversities and similarities found in law enforcement priorities, punishment philosophy and practices, and media coverage. The authors also incorporate discourse on political, scholarly and ......
Nothing more precious is at stake than how we view ourselves as a nation. A white-hot flash point has ignited intense arguments over immigration. The source: an influx of illegal aliens crossing US borders. Should we be true to our heritage and welcome all who enter? Should we secure our borders? Who should enter? How many?
After introducing the basic elements of bure aucracies, this volume goes on to examine the myriad relatio nships between politicians and bureaucrats in both president ial systems and in parliamentary systems. '
Cultural Pluralism and the Rhetoric of Assimilation
This text considers immigration in the context of the global and national economy, examining such often-overlooked issues as the competition between immigrants and African Americans, inter-group tension, and ethnic separatism.
The New Nativism and the Anti-Immigrant Impulse in the United States
Nativism--an intense opposition to immigrants and other non- native members of society--has been deeply imbedded in the American character from the earliest days of the nation. Correspondingly, nativism, overtly or covertly, has always permeated our national discourse. Dating from the Alien and Sedition controversy of 1798 to California's recent ......
Examines the opinions of average Americans about Washington, DC, in order to understand how many Americans are likely to approach the question of what reforms are needed. This book explores the political, economic, and social conditions of the District, providing an informed context for understanding and evaluating its political options.
