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Analyzes the historical realities behind the myth of America as a haven for refugees and the poor. The author argues that current proposals to control immigration (amnesty, guest workers, border control, repatriation, worker identification) are inadequate in the face of uncontrolled world population growth. (AM)

The article reports that the distinguishing factor of environment as a major policy issue today is its international character. The arms race which is connected with potential doomsday first is nuclear war also is international in importance. But its causes, consequences and action areas are largely national. In contrast, potential doomsday second is that environmental collapse is truly international. The major problem areas are sea and air, the ocean covers three-fourths of the planet and the atmosphere, with its myriads of deadly pollutants, is a common resource of all.

Provides information on the utilization of water resources and the concept of ocean management. Details of food sources coming from the sea; effect of industrial effluents on ocean management; Sample manifesto on the freedom of navigation and high seas; Regulations on water pollution.