Politically, it is also a long way from being a democracy since its president appoints so many members of the governmental structure. Bibliography is included. This 7 page paper provides a generalized history of policing in Ecuador and in the United States, concluding with a review of a study done on community policing systems in the United States and a recommendation for Ecuador's emulation. Bibliography lists 8 sources. An 8 page examination of the political history of Chile and Argentinia with an overview of how political status correlated with economic status.
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Tactics used to maintain his office and remain leader of this Latin American country are of particular importance to the discussion. Bibliography lists 6 sources. A 4 page paper discussing the effects of US involvement in the internal politics of Colombia. Colombia receives more US aid than any other country in the hemisphere, even though the Colombian government carries the worst human rights record in the Americas. Most of the aid is designated for anti-drug activity, but too much evidence consistently points to US military involvement in preserving a corrupt Colombian government.