Globalization: A Critique

It is widely assumed by a number of people in the world that the globalization of the world's economy is not only something that is best for everyone, but that nothing can stop it from happening either. As David Werner points out in his article, "Globalization Contributes to Harmful Tobacco Use Worldwide" (2003), whether or not globalization is good for everyone, is debatable. This paper will review the article, "Globalization Contributes to Harmful Tobacco Use Worldwide" (2003), by David Werner to see if globalization is truly harmful to developing societies. First, the article and the opinion of the author will be summarized, followed by a response with other opposing opinions and then these will be followed up by a brief conclusion.

According to Werner, the type of world that globalization could create is questionable and undecided. At the beginning, it appears to be good for everyone, and most people who protest against globalization, have no real argument that truly stands up against the benefits of globalization, such as a good economy, access to more and better goods and services, and improved consistency in products worldwide. Werner then points out that despite this, there are still some very real examples where, for instance, "the harmful impact of globalization on health is irrefutable" (Werner, 2003, www.politicsofhealth.org). In other words it is certain to become a reality. One of the reasons for this is that in order for there to

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bacco smoking; prevention of illicit tobacco trade; elimination of subsidies for tobacco cultivation; and measures to protect the environment ("Negotiations�," 2002). While this treaty does not take away the problems presented by the first and requirements to enter into the WTO, it does provide a way with dealing with the problems presented. It helps to set up the types of public service systems that are here in the United States as well as in Europe that are made to deal with tobacco addiction and use. Conclusion Globalization is often presented as a perfect ideal for this world, yet it requires the compromise and collaboration of countries that have very different cultures and economies. Treaties by the WTO and WHO are used to help try to make the field equal between all these countries, including in the tobacco industry, so that everyone can benefit from the benefits of globalization. References "Negotiations on Global Tobacco Treaty Advance." (2002). Center for Strategic and International Studies. Accessed online June 19, 2005 at: http://www.globalization101.org/news.asp?NEWS_ID=34 Werner, D. (2003). Globalization Contributes to Harmful Tobacco Use Worldwide. Evidence of Globalization's Negative Impact on Heal

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