Liberty for Latin America: How to Undo Five Hundred Years of State Oppression (Independent Studies in Political Economy)
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Liberty for Latin America: How to Undo Five Hundred Years of State Oppression (Independent Studies in Political Economy)
Alvaro Vargas Llosa
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Release Date: 2005-01-27

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Latin America's Foremost Political Journalist Makes a Brilliant and Passionate Argument for Real Reform In the Economically Crippled Continent

In Liberty for Latin America, Alvaro Vargas Llosa offers an incisive diagnosis of Latin America's woes--and a prescription for finally getting the region on the road to both genuine prosperity and the protection of human rights.
When the economy in Argentina--at one time a model of free-market reform--collapsed in 2002, experts of all persuasions asked: What went wrong? Vargas Llosa shows that what went wrong in Argentina has in fact gone wrong all over the continent for over five hundred years. He explains how the republics of the nineteenth century and the revolutions of the twentieth-populist uprisings, Marxist coops, state takeovers, and First World-sponsored privatization-have all run up against the oligarchic legacy of statism. Illiberal elites backed by the United States and Europe have perpetuated what he calls the "five principles of oppression" in order to maintain their hold on power. The region has become "a laboratory for political and economic suicide," while comparable countries in Asia and Eastern Europe have prospered.
The only way to change things in Latin America, Vargas Llosa argues, is to remove the five principles of oppression, genuinely reforming institutions and the underlying culture for the benefit of the disempowered public. In Liberty for Latin America, he explains how, offering hope as well as insight for all those who care for the future of this troubled region.

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4 out of 5 stars If only it were as simple as Alvaro Vargas Llosa states........2007-01-19

I live in South America, and, de facto, I am a student of Latin America. Thus, for me Liberty for Latin America was a `must read'. In the four parts, Alvaro Vargas Llosa has written two distinct books - Social/Historical & Economic.

The first part of the text deals with the oppressive history of Latin America. For hundreds of years, Latin America political and economic power, have benefitted only a small elite. This oppressive and privilege status has a history that dates to the Spanish and Portuguese conquest, virtual slavery and mass exploitations under the guise of Catholic paternalism. The concentration of power, status and wealth has not ceased. Today, the struggles in Bolivia, Equador, Venezuela and other countries continue to `luncha' against the systems of privilaged-power that was established more than 500 years ago. Vargas Llosa's explains how the concentrated economic, political and social power, which sustain these oppressive inequalities, continues today. Excellent. He maintains that the enduring legacy of Iberian colonialism continues to sustain and serve the next generation of privileged leadership and that these systems of privilege and power have retarded Latin America's social and economic progress.

The other part of the text deals with his zealous evangelical promotion of `free-market, capitalists'. It is clear that he sees capitalism as the savior of the world'. Everything, should be privatized: education, health, and services of the state. Minimize government, maximize privatization.

His statements can make even those who support a free-market economy cringe. Yet, often in radical expressions, there are seeds of truth. In the end, it is about redistributing wealth.

One wishes that it were as simple as Alvaro Vargas Llosa's solutions. It would be wonderful if those in privileged power would cleanup the corruption (however, this is corruption which supports them). It would be wonderful if the oligarches would affirm the rights of the people (but these are the very people who will rise up and replace them). Yes, also there is a great need to empower the justice system (but of course this will be the very justice system that will prosecute those in power for their crimes against the people). In the words of Louie Armstrong, "what a wonderful world it would be if only we'd give it a chance." I wish it were that simple.

Until a balance of power and wealth is found there will be more coups, state takeovers and capitalistic-sponsored privatization in Latin America. This book will engage you, and, in some degree may enrage you. If you are a student of Latin America history or economics this is a impressive book. Strongly recommended.

1 out of 5 stars (((((((((( Propaganda from the RIGHT ))))))))).......2006-04-15

Mr. Vargas knows absolutely no Latin America History.
He should go back and read the chapter that talk about the invading Iraq and compare it to what we now know about this Right Wing Administration.

Read it for free at the Library. Or send the money to Latin American causes.

3 out of 5 stars Didn't know liberty could be so boring!.......2005-11-26

I picked this book up at the library after seeing the author on C-Span Book TV. With the Free Trade Agreement of the Americas on the table for signing, this seemed like the right time to read a book like this. Since you can only have an item from the library for six weeks tops, I was hoping to read it in that time. I was expecting something engaging like Amy Chua's "World on Fire" or Fareed Zakaria's "Future of Freedom." Those are books that got me turning the pages because of their engaging commentaries on current political situations abroad. Vargas Llosa, however, looks at Latin America through a broad lens and his analysis is exclusively economical.

I think economists will like this book more than I did. It does address just about everything that has been debated over the Free Trade Agreement. It's just that it's boring for a person like me who didn't study econ and needs a little more explanation.

4 out of 5 stars Fine analysis, uncertain resolution.......2005-05-17

As someone who lived and worked in Latin America during one of the region's recent attempts at major economic reform, I found myself frequently mumbling "right on" while marking up my copy of Alvaro Vargas Llosa's "Liberty for Latin America." One of the most refreshing elements of the book is that the Peruvian journalist does not blame European colonizers for Latin America's seemingly insurmountable struggle to pull its population from poverty. He takes the root of the problem back to the Maya, Aztecs, and Incas, when the sacred nature of authority was first instilled in the population. People existed not as individuals, but as members of social strata with specific functions, with the number one function of everything being to support the group on top. This fit in perfectly with the kind of top-down hierarchy practiced by Iberian colonizers. Independence and revolution put governments in charge, with peasants working land that now belonged to their government as opposed to a big landowner. In one way or another, the state kept its fingers in every possible pie while the majority of the population remained infantilized, expecting the government provide for them, to be the biggest patrón of all.

What a relief not to have all the region's woes blamed on Spanish or Portuguese colonizers, and to recognize that many of the practices that still hold Latin America back were institutionalized long before Cortez dropped anchor. But while Vargas Llosa's analysis is intelligent and thought-provoking, his recommendations for reform don't fit with what he's just said. We've read how the population has been conditioned to expect a higher authority-God or the government-to take care of everything. People who feel they have no power are not going to know what to do with school vouchers or how to apply for credit when their squatter communities are granted legal status-two of his recommendations. Have school vouchers actually worked anywhere? So much wealth is concentrated in so few hands in the region that it is hard to imagine that the oligarchs will voluntarily give any of it up, and we've seen that revolution doesn't work, and outside prodding backfires . . .Even after reading Vargas Llosa's intelligent work, liberty for Latin America still seems a long way off.
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    Latin prescription: is there a cure for South America's sickness?(Books & Arts)(Book Review): An article from: The Weekly Standard
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                          ASIN: 0495093246

                          Book Description

                          Achieve your life goals with SELF-DIRECTED BEHAVIOR! With abundant strategies based on research, this psychology text guides you through exercises for developing skills in self-analysis and teaches you how to apply these skills in different settings. Case examples demonstrate how other students have successfully used the book's techniques, including one student who used shaping to gradually increase her ability to study, and another who learned to be more sure of himself on dates by consciously modeling a friend's confident behavior.

                          Customer Reviews:

                          4 out of 5 stars very helpful.......2007-09-26

                          This book is very clear and helpful, especially for those who are unfamiliar with behavior modification techniques. It provides a great introduction to self-regulation with many typical self-change examples, such quitting smoking, alcoholism, and many other topics too. I suggest picking up a copy of this if you are serious about changing a behavior with a scientific approach in a step by step process.

                          5 out of 5 stars Don't know why this isnt a self help best seller.......2007-05-13

                          Pretty much the best self help book I have ever read. Watson takes a scientific approach and gives you instructions on how to change any behavior you'd like.
                          Self-Directed Behavior: Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
                          Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
                          • Owner's Manual for the Human Mind
                          • Don't listen to the bad reviews
                          • a superficial treatment of a complex subject
                          • self help book that really seemed to help
                          • Behavior is not Being, don't feel threatened.
                          Self-Directed Behavior: Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
                          David L. Watson , and Roland G. Tharp
                          Manufacturer: Wadsworth Publishing
                          ProductGroup: Book
                          Binding: Paperback

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                          ASIN: 0534527361

                          Book Description

                          This effective self-help book presents a workable set of skills that readers can use for tackling their own self-modification programs, whether it be to improve self-confidence in dating, control overeating, implement and exercise program, or give up smoking. The authors' goal is to teach the basic skills necessary for readers to modify the behavior of their own choice, (66%-84% of the students employing these methods have achieved their self-change goals according to published studies in the literature). Once students have applied the principles to a behavior, they'll find it easier to use the skills in different settings.

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                          5 out of 5 stars Owner's Manual for the Human Mind.......2006-10-15

                          If I were told I could only own one book, this would be it. I came across it in a library 15 years ago and purchased each new addition since. I have done many, many successful self improvement projects with it. It does take work and time to learn and practice the skills but the results are worth it. The techniques are based on Scientific Fact. Scientific Facts are repeatable and verifiable. Learn them, use them and they work, period. It is also a fact that the only way to fail using the techniques in this book is to not use them. This book has helped me make some profound changes in my behavior and achieve some pretty amazing goals. I recommend this book to anyone who can read and wants to better themselves. It is best to have your own copy because you will more than likely be reading it over and over, making personal notes in the margins about your behavior and your projects. You don't just read this book, you read and do it, read it again, make some adjustment, reread it, do it, etc. Borrow the money if you have too, better yet sell your TV to get the money, but buy this book! Good luck. P.S. If you have come across a better book email me I'd like to read it.

                          5 out of 5 stars Don't listen to the bad reviews.......2006-05-20

                          I first had to read this for a college class and at the time I thought the same way some of the negative reviewers did -- Its boring, its "common sense". But the more I encountered situations with friends and family where I thought "you know this is something you could easily control with a behavioral therapy plan" the more I realized that what the professor I had said was true -- If you just skim the book without trying to apply the principles, it won't mean much to you. But if you think of it practically (and try a project of some kind yourself) you'll realize the power of it. Most people get discouraged when they try to change themselves because they try to do too much at once. Taking baby steps IS common sense, but if its so easy and anyone knew how to do it, we'd all be exactly the people we want to be, now wouldn't we?

                          I recommend this book to EVERYONE who says "I wish I could do this" or "I wish I didn't always think like that". If you want to change and you're willing to sit down, make a good plan, and follow through with it, this method will work for you. If you don't really want to change, or you don't believe you can, then you'll fail and it isn't the method's fault.

                          2 out of 5 stars a superficial treatment of a complex subject.......2006-02-26

                          This text is suitable for high school or introductory college psychology classes.

                          5 out of 5 stars self help book that really seemed to help.......2002-01-06

                          This book is a step by step instruction guide of how to think before you act, which is easier said than done. It helped me to learn how to recognize when I'm starting a pattern behavior and opened up my mind up to thinking ahead of time different various ways to cope or react. I would recommend reading this book once all the way through & then going back more slowly and going through one chapter at a time while writing out your journal. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to make a change but doesn't know where or how to start.

                          5 out of 5 stars Behavior is not Being, don't feel threatened........2001-09-23

                          This book is great for changing behaviors that are non-productive. As a former reviewer stated, it does require you to be much tougher with yourself than the usual self-help book. It also demands action, which is where most people have trouble. It is one thing to say you want to change something, but quite another to get off your bottom and do it!
                          I do not think you need to be "science-minded" to get the drift of this book. I find the scientific method laughable in much of the research, especially in psychology, where it has supposedly found "proof". What you have to be is willing to change your behavior. In my view, behavior does not constitute character. I could do without the smoking and the anxiety. I would never define myself as a smoker or an anxious person. The suggestions in the book simply make you more efficient at being the person you were meant to be. You take care of the lower processes then you can put your higher processing to work-meaning your thoughts, ambitions, dreams, goals, etc. Take the plunge, you won't be sorry. If it seems too simple, it's because it IS simple. Some of us could use the reminder. Just do it.
                          Self-Directed Behavior; Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
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                            Self-Directed Behavior; Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
                            David L.; Tharp, Roland G. Watson
                            Manufacturer: Brooks/Cole Pub Co
                            ProductGroup: Book
                            Binding: Hardcover
                            ASIN: B000NXRWIM
                            Instructor's manual for Watson and Tharp's Self-directed behavior : self-modification for personal adjustment
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                              Instructor's manual for Watson and Tharp's Self-directed behavior : self-modification for personal adjustment
                              David L Watson
                              Manufacturer: Brooks/Cole Pub. Co
                              ProductGroup: Book
                              Binding: Unknown Binding

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                              Self-Directed Behavior : Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
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                                Self-Directed Behavior : Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
                                David L. ; Tharp, Roland G. Watson
                                Manufacturer: Brooks / Cole Publishing Company
                                ProductGroup: Book
                                Binding: Hardcover
                                ASIN: B000O5ZW04
                                Self-Directed Behavior; Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
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                                  Self-Directed Behavior; Self-Modification for Personal Adjustment
                                  David L.; Tharp, Roland G. Watson
                                  Manufacturer: Brooks/Cole Pub Co
                                  ProductGroup: Book
                                  Binding: Hardcover
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