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Western analysts view the resurgence of Islam in vital geopolitical regions such as the Middle East as a potential threat to European interests. The politicized nature of revivalist Islam rests on the reinterpretation of basic beliefs, which analysts claim are contradictory to western norms. However, such perceptions of Islamic militants' intents are unfounded in the absence of a monolithic Islamic entity. While posturing by Muslim fundamentalists may constitute a long-term threat to the West, a less confrontational approach can help ease tensions between the historically hostile blocs.
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A serious consideration of popular culture traits is required to understand certain socio-cultural characteristics of Zimbabweans, who love American country music in general and singer Dolly Parton in particular. This cultural phenomenon remains uninvestigated by social scientists. The popularity is mainly due to the musical quality and theme of the songs, which correspond with local working class Christian values. Black Zimbabweans are, therefore, able to identify themselves with the music and Dolly Parton.
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Media coverage of court cases about bigamy demonstrates how British society sees itself as threatened from within by bigamists and from without by immigration. Marriage in these instances is viewed as a key institution to the United Kingdom's culture, and published judicial comments show a belief in "wedding rackets" that undermine Britain's immigration system.
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