POLI 212 Chapter Notes -Xenophobia, Spoils System, Red Brigades
14 Mar 2013
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Fell to second-tier status during the 20th century as their white dominions (canada, us, new zealand, australia) Independence pressure in other colonies led to their separation during wwii/the postwar period. Legacy of wwii involvement, permanent member of un security council: however, secondary in relationship with us, resulting in post-9/11 pressures. Britain"s hesitant relations with the eu are controversial. Since industrial revolution, britain has depended on competitiveness abroad. Britain needs to conduct economic action under the assumption that they will not again be a hegemon, and must thus remain competitive. The role of the british monarchy is a question coming to the forefront of british society. November 1999, traditional house of lords was abolished. Issues of constitution and unity with respect to northern ireland, scotland, and. British empire and aftermath is central to identity. The multiracial society resulting from decolonization has not been well accepted in britain.
