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The internet has made international politics much more accessible to a wider audience. I for one, through a myriad of internet mediums such as blogging, visiting forums as well as reading magazines such as "The Economist" and "Prospect" have expanded the scope of my knowledge especially in the field of international political issues. The irony is that many people are not at all interested in this cacophony of political information.
My interest in international politics has also stemmed from my ethnic background. I was born in Ghana and issues such as corruption and poverty are very apparent. The dishonest nature of many politicians make it difficult for democracy to be attained; common cases include police officers getting bribes from criminals and politicians obtaining money for their personal gain. A current issue that comes to mind is the local military threats coming out of the opposition party (National Democratic Congress) in the upcoming Presidential elections in Ghana, as a result of the recent oil discovery which is expected to generate a lot of revenue. It's unfortunate that the issue of 'sleaze' is a unique feature in global politics. 我要提问
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