Let's get small: the devolution revolution
Article Abstract:
Recent events in the Soviet Union and Yugoslavia serve to remind us of the pluses of local autonomy and political management by smaller sovereign nations. Political independence is achieved peacefully when encroachment by larger, centralized states is avoided.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1991
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Donella Meadows (1941-2001)
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An obituary of the author Donella Meadows who died in 2001 is presented. Her career as an author specializing in issues concerning sustainability and environmental matters is discussed.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 2001
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Carnival U.S.A
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Carnival is now celebrated in many US cities. The annual celebrating by West Indians in Brooklyn, NY, is described. Sound recordings of carnival music are recommended.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1992
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