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Table of Contents Introduction: The Changing Face of the United States 6 by Marian L. Smith Introduction: The Changing Face of Canada 10 by Peter A. Hammerschmidt 1. A Mosaic of Diversity 15 2. Friends, Enemies, and Neighbors 27 3. Coming to America 41 4. Making a New Life 59 5. Fitting In 67 6. Stereotypes, Discrimination, and Other Problems 81 7. An Uncertain Future 97 Famous Middle Eastern Immigrants 102 Series Glossary of Key Terms 104 Further Reading 105 Internet Resources 106 Index 107 Contributors 111

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