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080			_a03.02.01 I6155
245			_aAmericas in 1988 : a time for choices
260			_bUniversity P. of America _aBostonUS _c1988
300			_axiii, 118 p.
500			_aIDS
520			_aStresses need to protect national security of Central American countries, to promote national reconciliation and peaceful political competition, to assist over 2,000,000 refugees and to rebuild economies. Discusses the Baker plan and debt relief as suggested approaches to debt management and proposes measures to restore economic growth. Examines widespread nature of drug abuse and related crimes noting failure of eradication, interdiction and supply-side policies. Suggests guidelines for a regional approach to the narcotics issue. Recommends improvements in US immigration law and special arrangements with Mexico. Notes threat to democracy by military and argues case for strengthening of civilian control.
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