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The Effect Of Neoliberalism On Capabilities: Evaluating The Case Of Mexico, James Paul Walker Oct 2015

The Effect Of Neoliberalism On Capabilities: Evaluating The Case Of Mexico, James Paul Walker

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

The goal of this thesis is to examine the effect of neoliberalism on developing nations. Specifically it will look at how neoliberalism has affected Mexico via the North American Free Trade Agreement. Mexico was chosen because since its depression in 1982 it has adopted continuing neoliberal policy, which according to its leaders, United States leaders, and international governmental bodies, is the path to development and the improvement of the standard of living for all people. This work begins by examining the historical path of neoliberalism to provide context for choosing Mexico for the focal point of this thesis, as well …