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Part I Globalization - growth of worldwide networks of interdependence - is not a new concept. Countries have been intertwined for centuries. Globalization IS NOT Americanization. America was created through globalization (Columbus) and benefits from it, but is not the only source of globalization. Major effects of globalization that are "blamed on" America: * The spread of Christianity (preceded America's existence) * English language as dominant language (spread by Britain) * AIDS epidemic (started in Africa and Asia) * Music and video games (owned predominantly by British and Japanese companies) Some of our laws and practices are commonly praised (FDA and SEC regulations) as protection enhancers, while others (right to bear arms) cause others to view us with hostility. U.S. "soft power" is largely responsible for information revolution and frequently adopts the practices and culture of other countries, while acting as a filter for what will be successful and what will fail. Part II Globalization also IS NOT universality....

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