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How might Sen (Document 30-1) and Ramadan (Document 30-2) disagree about the basis of personal identity in the globalized society? On what points might they agree?
Does Ramadan (Document 30-2) support the process of globalization? What reaction do you think he would have to the protesters against the G8 (Document 30-3)?
Based on the documents in this chapter, what are the bases for individual and group identity in the globalizing world?
In your opinion, can an appropriate analogy be made between the Cold War and current relations between the West and the Islamic world? How do recent events in Tunisia, Egypt, and Syria fit into your analysis?