A valuable text that broadens our understanding of the hemisphere...certain to be a must read for all those interested in getting a handle on events and trends in the regions.

Michael J. Kryzanek, Bridgewater State College

Provocative and sound analysis of U.S.-Latin American policy...trenchant and well-documented analyses of Clinton's Haitian policy, the transition to democracy, human rights, the Miami Summit, and economic development, and first-rate studies of El Salvador, NAFTA, Mexico, and Cuba.

Larman C. Wilson, American University

An unusually well-informed and well-argued analysis of the most important policy changes that have taken place...fresh light on some old problems in the hemisphere from which no U.S. Administration seems able to escape.

Peter Hakim, president, InterAmerican Dialogue

In this wide ranging anthology, rich in detail and historical interpretation, Professor Wiarda analyzes the remarkable transitions and changes in the context of Inter-American affairs. Reviewing concrete cases and specific issues, the author hammers home a fundamental lesson: U.S. hemisphere policy depends on a thorough understanding of the history, political culture and social dynamics of the different societies in the region.

Viron P. Vaky

Howard Wiarda is now the chronicler of contemporary U.S. Latin American policies. A title well-earned in two decades of serious independent scholarship unhindered by ideology or the divisions that have so divided our community.

Edward Marasciulo, Foreign Service Institute

The articles hang together well...yield insights.

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