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More War on Terror, War on Muslims? Empire asks if the global fight against terrorism is eroding the democratic principles it set out to defend.

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  The new scramble for Africa Caught between competing powers to the West and East, how can Africa emerge from the race for its riches?

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  McAmerica: The Success Secrets of Brand USA Empire examines the allure of Brand America as American soft power continues to be unrivalled anywhere in the world.

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  Obama and Media: The Mystery Empire goes to Washington DC to demystify the relationship between political power and the media in the US.

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