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Debate: International military intervention in Darfur
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+ | *'''Genocide is defined by most to include the systematic murders of a group of peoples as well as deliberate displacement and abuse. ''' More than 200,000 people have died since 2003 with other estimates ranging up to 400,000 according to Amnesty International and the UN. Over 2 million people have become displaced and many are in danger of starvation due to lack of water and food. Conclusively, Darfur is the worst humanitarian abuse in Africa, and a genocide. | ||
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*President Bush has classified the situation in Darfur as genocide as have several House and Senate members. Some of these members such as Steve Israel have been proactive in passing legislation calling for U.S. action. | *President Bush has classified the situation in Darfur as genocide as have several House and Senate members. Some of these members such as Steve Israel have been proactive in passing legislation calling for U.S. action. | ||
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Should the international community intervene militarily in Darfur? |
Background and Context of Debate:
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Genocide? Can the violence in Darfur be considered Genocide? | |
Yes
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No
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Military feasibility: Is a successful intervention possible militarily at reasonable costs? | |
Yes
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No
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International security: Is the situation in Darfur a threat to the international system? | |
Yes
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No
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Military humanism: Would an intervention in Darfur improve the humanitarian situation in Darfur? | |
Yes |
No
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War on terror: Would an intervention have a positive or negative effect on the war on terror? | |
Yes |
No
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US resources/priorities: Is the US able and willing to prioritize military intervention? | |
Yes |
No
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Organizations pro and con | |
Yes
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No |
International leaders on the pro and con sides of this debate | |
Yes
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No |
Pro/con bibliography | |
Yes
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No
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References:External links:
Books
YouTube VideosOne - U2 & Mary J. Blige (Save Darfur): |