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Central America: Crossroads of the Americas

War and poverty in the 1980s transformed Central America into a major U.S. migration source; by 2004, more than 2.8 million Central Americans were living in the United States.

Countering Terrorist Mobility

Terrorist mobility warrants a dedicated strategy distinct from immigration policy, integrating intelligence, border security, and disruption of illicit travel networks.

On the Beach: Racial Confrontation in Australia

The December 2005 Cronulla riots, in which 5,000 youths attacked Australians of largely Lebanese backgrounds at a Sydney beach, laid bare tensions over multiculturalism and national identity.

Citizenship in a Globalized World

Globalization has complicated citizenship, spurring growth in dual citizenship, quasi-citizen rights for long-term residents, and EU supranational membership.

Asylum Applications Drop Sharply

Asylum applications fell 40 percent from 2001 to 2004, driven by restrictive policies, interceptions at sea, and fewer people needing protection.