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BRIC in 2050

BRIC in 2050

In 2003, Goldman Sachs introduced what they perceive as the new wave of economic powerhouses.  Brazil, Russia, India and China are listed as the four countries that will become the economic juggernauts by the year 2050. Out of the four countries selected by Goldman Sachs, China is performing the best; they have the largest increase in growth and the highest GDP but the least amount of democracy.  Brazil, Russia and India pose the biggest questions and have the most work to do to prove Goldman Sachs correct.

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To purge or not to purge.

To purge or not to purge.

The fear and panic that grips a country when laws are not enforced cannot be underestimated. In Ecuador on 9-30-2010 there was an alleged coup attempt that was allegedly orchestrated by various members of the police.

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Posted in Current Events, Hugo Chavez, Obama Administration, South America1 Comment

Interview with Nestor Amarilla: nominated for Nobel Prize for Literature

Interview with Nestor Amarilla: nominated for Nobel Prize for Literature

Anthony Carranza recently had an opportunity to interview Nobel prize nominee, Nestor Amarilla.

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Interview in Ecuador

Interview in Ecuador

I was recently  interviewed by Anthony Carranza for an article on US relations with Latin America for El Comercio, one of the largest newspapers in Ecuador with a 68k daily circulation and 152k for Sundays edition. This was quite a surprise and an honor to have the opportunity to be mentioned in a newspaper in Ecuador.

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President Hugo Chavez congratulates Leones recent victory

President Hugo Chavez congratulates Leones recent victory

President Hugo Chavez today congratulated Venezuela’s baseball team Leones del Caracas for Friday’s victory over rivals Navegantes del Magallanes. The team moves on to the Caribbean series to defend its title.
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From CNN: Security concerns cause doctors to leave hospital, quake victims

From CNN: Security concerns cause doctors to leave hospital, quake victims

Port-au-Prince, Haiti (CNN) — Earthquake victims, writhing in pain and grasping at life, watched doctors and nurses walk away from a field hospital Friday night after a Belgian medical team evacuated the area, saying it was concerned about security.

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US to send up to 10,000 troops to Haiti

US to send up to 10,000 troops to Haiti

It is being widely reported that the US will be sending up to 10,000 troops into Haiti and deployed off the coast of Haiti. With two wars currently being fought and many other operations conducted throughout the globe the US military often gets harsh criticism launched its way. No matter how you view the military, what they are doing and are going to do in Haiti will help.

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Haiti Needs Your Help

Haiti Needs Your Help

The recent devastation to hit Haiti has caused an outpouring of support from all over the world. It is clear that Haiti is enduring an unforeseen crisis and they need your help. If you would like to donate I have gathered this information from the Red Cross. I will also try my best to keep you updated with different videos from many different sources regarding this tragedy.

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