The burden of taxes is a nationwide problem that has been passed clear down to the local level. Includes interviews with victims, activists against female circumcision, and circumsizers. Summary The Aral Sea in the former Soviet Union is only half the size it was 30 years ago. Its poisoning by chenicak fertilizers used in cotton production is wreaking environmental havoc. Summary As populations rise in all countries of the Middle East, the political tensions over water will mount in this already volatile part of the world.
Summary Takes a look at the owner of a family-operated, waterpower gristmill in North Carolina.
Shows his skepticism of modern society as he comments about the mass-produced flour and laments the passing of a bygone era when the small farmer could thrive. Almost all Americans are descended from the brave men and women who came to the New World in great waves of immigration from the 18th through the 20th centuries. This tells the story of the of men and women who immigrated from their homeland. 3 Summary Interviews former President Carter about human rights and the presidency, leadership, Camp David Peace Accords, Iran Hostage Crisis and other events in his administration. Summary Interviews former President Reagan about the budget process, the media, and other incidents that happened in his presidency.