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Estimating The Xi Effect: How Chinese Aid Affects Economic And Political Institutions, Mackenzie Owens Apr 2023

Estimating The Xi Effect: How Chinese Aid Affects Economic And Political Institutions, Mackenzie Owens

Business and Economics Honors Papers

Under Xi Jinping, China has expanded its aid allocation worldwide and has introduced global infrastructure projects to connect itself to countries everywhere. With such ambitious aid allocation, China has been the recipient of both admiration and scorn on the international stage. This paper assesses these concerns using data from 2000 to 2017 to determine how Chinese aid affects recipient states’ economic and political institutions. Specifically, this research looked to ascertain if there is a measurable Xi Effect in recipient states. The quantitative analysis shows the Xi Effect is small and positive on economic institutions and political institutions, signifying Xi Jinping’s …


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To The Editor Of The Waterbury American, October 30, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Oct 1941

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To The Editor Of The Waterbury American, October 30, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to the Editor of the Waterbury American, dated October 30, 1941. Within, Wilson condemns isolationist thought and argues for the continued need to support Britain in the war.


Service To Hitler: Opposition To National Aims Viewed In That Light, May 11, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson May 1941

Service To Hitler: Opposition To National Aims Viewed In That Light, May 11, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed reprint copy of a New York Times article entitled, "Service to Hiter: Opposition to National Aims Viewed in That Light", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated May 11, 1941. Within, Wilson argues that American isolationism is inadvertently supporting Hitler and Germany.


America's Only Sure Defense, November 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Nov 1940

America's Only Sure Defense, November 15, 1940, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed transcription of a radio speech entitled, "America's Only Sure Defense", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated November 15, 1940. Within, Wilson warns about dire consequences for America if Britain were to fall to Nazi Germany.


Untitled Essay On Panama Canal Zone, June 1939, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jun 1939

Untitled Essay On Panama Canal Zone, June 1939, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of an untitled essay written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated June 1939. Within, Wilson writes on American interests in Latin America surrounding Panama and the Panama Canal.


Speech Delivered To Foreign Students At The Philadelphia Chamber Of Commerce, February 23, 1928, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Feb 1928

Speech Delivered To Foreign Students At The Philadelphia Chamber Of Commerce, February 23, 1928, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Documents, 1919-1938

An untitled speech given at the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Dinner to Foreign Students by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated February 23, 1928. Within, Wilson speaks on the nature of internationalism and the relationship between foreign bodies and the United States.


Making A Japanese Question At Paris, 1919, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1919

Making A Japanese Question At Paris, 1919, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Documents, 1919-1938

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "Making a Japanese Question at Paris", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dating from circa 1919. Within, Wilson writes on the Japanese government's wish to make a declaration of equality at the Paris Peace Conference.


Spilt Milk. What Now?, 1919, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1919

Spilt Milk. What Now?, 1919, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Documents, 1919-1938

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "Spilt Milk. What Now?", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dating from circa 1919. Within, Wilson writes of perceived failures of the Paris Peace Conference and the potential impact to larger geopolitics.


A Permanent Alliance Of The English-Speaking Peoples, December 1917, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Dec 1917

A Permanent Alliance Of The English-Speaking Peoples, December 1917, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed essay from the American Rights League entitled, "A Permanent Alliance of the English-Speaking Peoples", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated December 1917. Within, Wilson writes on the necessity to maintain a strong Anglo-American alliance as war looms over the United States.


Should America Favor The Allies, Circa 1917, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1917

Should America Favor The Allies, Circa 1917, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed unpublished essay entitled, "Should America Favor the Allies", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dating circa 1917. Within, Wilson writes on the present situation with Germany and the threat Prussianism poses to the United States.


Citizens Know, 1916, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1916

Citizens Know, 1916, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "Citizens Know", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dating from circa 1916. Within, Wilson writes on the necessary steps the United States government must take to protect its citizens and ensure victory in the war.


What's The Matter With Us- Centralization And Paternalism, Circa 1915-1916, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1915

What's The Matter With Us- Centralization And Paternalism, Circa 1915-1916, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

A typed unpublished essay entitled, "What's the Matter With US- Centralization and Paternalism", by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson. Within, Wilson expresses what he believes to be causing America to weaken in the face of Germany and the war.


The Effects Of The War On Our Latin-American Relations (Part Ii), Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Nov 1914

The Effects Of The War On Our Latin-American Relations (Part Ii), Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War I Era Documents, 1914-1918

Part II of a draft article entitled, "The Effects of the War on our Latin-American Relations". Huntington-Wilson continues discussing what he believes should be the route the United States follows in terms of nationalism and making sure the US stays a dominating force on the world stage.


Travel Diary: May 13, 1914, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson May 1914

Travel Diary: May 13, 1914, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Travel Diaries, 1914-1918

A typed copy of a travel diary dated May 13, 1914. Huntington-Wilson continues to document his thoughts on the social fabric of Ecuador, including race, the Church, and the continuing revolution as he travels to Huigra.


Travel Diary: February 21 - February 24, 1914, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Feb 1914

Travel Diary: February 21 - February 24, 1914, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Travel Diaries, 1914-1918

A typed copy of diary pages from February 21 to the 24th documenting the beginnings of Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson's Latin America tour. Wilson expresses political opinions of the area, especially related to Panama and the Panama Canal, while also noting his sightseeing across the Caribbean.


The Taft Administration Acts Vs. Words, October 30, 1912, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Oct 1912

The Taft Administration Acts Vs. Words, October 30, 1912, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Notes, Speeches, Articles, and Addresses

A typed, corrected copy of an address entitled, "The Taft Administration Acts vs. Words", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated October 30, 1912. Within, Wilson details the achievements of the Taft administration in the face of the upcoming election.


Memorandum Of Interview With The Secretary Of State, 1912, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1912

Memorandum Of Interview With The Secretary Of State, 1912, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Notes, Speeches, Articles, and Addresses

A typed copy of a memorandum entitled, "Memorandum of Interview With the Secretary of State", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dating from circa 1912. Within, an interview conducted between a Herald reporter and Philander Knox is retold.


Notes On Dollar Diplomacy And The Monroe Doctrine, July 17, 1911, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jul 1911

Notes On Dollar Diplomacy And The Monroe Doctrine, July 17, 1911, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Notes, Speeches, Articles, and Addresses

The document is a copy of typed notes on how the Monroe Doctrine and Dollar Diplomacy affects governments and diplomacy in the Americas.


Memorandum On The American Loan To Honduras, February 26, 1911, Unknown Feb 1911

Memorandum On The American Loan To Honduras, February 26, 1911, Unknown

Notes, Speeches, Articles, and Addresses

The document is a transcribed copy of a newspaper article from the Washington Star concerning the American loan and interference in Honduras. The loan was made by a group of American bankers, and so the American government also has to ally itself with the Honduras government to protect the interests of its citizens. This interference relies on the backing of the Monroe Doctrine and the idea that the United States should promote peace and prosperity in its neighbors.


Article From The Washington Post, January 25, 1911, Unknown Jan 1911

Article From The Washington Post, January 25, 1911, Unknown

Notes, Speeches, Articles, and Addresses

The document is a copy of a typed article from the Washington Post concerning the best form of diplomacy for the Americas, whether it is military or monetary, and the intent of the Monroe Doctrine.


Dollar Diplomacy And The Monroe Doctrine, 1911, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1911

Dollar Diplomacy And The Monroe Doctrine, 1911, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Notes, Speeches, Articles, and Addresses

A typed copy of an essay entitled, "Dollar Diplomacy and the Monroe Doctrine", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dating from circa 1911. Within, Wilson describes the history of the Monroe Doctrine and its continued necessity to be utilized in relation to Pan-American politics.