Current anti-Americanism : the experiences of American immigrants in Madrid, Spain

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Authors
Shannon, Deric M.
Advisor
DeOllos, Ione Y.
Issue Date
2004
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Thesis (M.A.)
Department
Department of Sociology
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Abstract

This study combines participant observation with intensive, semi-formal interviews to explore anti-Americanism in Madrid, Spain. It focuses on the experiences of the researcher and American respondents living in Spain. First, a broad typology of the anti-Americanism found in the study is constructed. This typology, reflecting the most commonly occurring types found in the study, consists of academic, structural, and nationalistic anti-Americanism. Next, the substantive areas of Bush's war in Iraq, political ideology, and Mead's concept of the Other are discussed in relation to current anti-Americanism in Madrid. Lastly, conclusions and suggestions for further research are discussed.

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