Globalization and Government” Please respond to the following:
- Tom Friedman (2005), states that “Globalization” is a wonderful and natural process to which people need to adjust. To some critics, it is a dangerous pattern that needs to be resisted through public authority. And to others, it is a process that is not natural at all, but encouraged by public policy that serves some interests at the expense of others. According to Henry Kissinger (1999) “globalization is really another name for the dominant role of the United States.” Agree or disagree with Kissinger’s statement and provide evidence from the textbook that supports your view. Justify your response.
- The Global Closet Calculator is a two-part interactive game that introduces the concepts of interdependence and globalization. Go to the National Geographic’s Website, located here, and click on “Begin Your Journey.” Discuss how your map of interdependence compared to everyone else’s. Next, identify the badges you received from the second part of the game, and provide your opinion as to whether or not you agree or disagree with those badges.
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I have received four pairs of badges. I agree with some of the badges, and at the same time, I disagree with the last pair of acquiring a license for creating software. When building an mp3 player, I don’t think whether it is necessary to establish a mine so that the firm can acquire raw materials. It may seem that it is cost saving, but it has no relevance as far as processing of the MP3 players is concerned. When processing an mp3 player screen is crucial. In this case, the firm will have to invest in research and development to come up with the best type of screen which will not be under-quality and at the same time will be expensive. However,
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