Notable Government Documents 2004: All Digital

By Linda B. Johnson -- Library Journal, 5/15/2005

More than three-and-a-half years after 9/11, homeland security initiatives, and the resulting implications for and impact on government information, there continues to be a mix of restrictions and openness to information dissemination. For instance, the U.S. nuclear reactor oversight process no longer includes certain security information that formerly was publicly available, while the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is now offering to the widest possible audience environmental data that previously was in proprietary formats. An indication of the seriousness of concerns about the availability of government information is the first national Sunshine Week, sponsored by national media, journalism organizations, libraries, and academia. Celebrated March 13–19, 2005, the project was dedicated to fostering dialog about the public's right of access to government information.

Emblematic of this trend is the case of one of the most significant and talked-about government documents of 2004, which was not distributed to depository libraries or sold by or officially available from a government agency. Still, many libraries have either paper or electronic copies of Article 15-6 Investigation of the 800th Military Police Brigade, popularly known as the Taguba Report, which investigated treatment of prisoners of war in Iraq. It is available on a nongovernmental Internet site and from a commercial publisher.

Within this context little doubt about the rapid transition to digital format remains. Government agencies, libraries, commercial publishers, and the public are all striving to create, publish, locate, provide access to, use, and preserve materials with varying degrees of ease and success.

While the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) asks its depository library community to select a very few "essential titles" to continue to be distributed in print format, it is committed to transforming itself from a printing and distribution operation into a manager, distributor, and preserver of digital information. One of the foundations of this new structure is GPO Access (www.gpoaccess.gov). For a decade it has been the official GPO gateway for electronic dissemination and access and it currently averages one million downloads a day. In Canada, the Depository Services Program (DSP) has a persistent URL policy for permanently maintaining e-titles appearing in its Weekly Checklist bibliography and selection tool, while Library and Archives Canada is actively harvesting, capturing, and archiving materials.

States, too, are concerned about providing current and persistent access to electronic state publications. For instance, proposed legislation in Washington State takes up the preservation of electronic government publications.

International documents increasingly have either URLs that connect to free text or, if there is not a full-text PDF version, in most cases, link to a table of contents and an abstract. To explore these same issues, the international documents and cartographic communities have scheduled relevant sessions at the upcoming World Library and Information Congress, the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) meeting, August 14–18, in Oslo, Norway. "Sailing the Treacherous Seas of Digital Government Information: From Pamphlet Boxes to Digital Libraries" is the theme for papers to be presented at the Government Information and Official Publications Section (GIOPS), and "Spatial Will Be Even More Special: The Rise of Digital Earth as the Map Collection" is a session at the IFLA Workshop on Paper Maps.

Before libraries, governmental agencies, and users are completely prepared for the digitization of the majority of government information, many questions need to be addressed further: on bibliographic identification and control; authentication; easy, consistent, and reliable access; preservation; and stable archives. Should the priority be to continue capturing and improving permanent access to current born-digital materials or to scan and make available retrospective collections? Are the search and retrieval tools reliable and easy to use? How do electronic and print-on-demand models shift the cost of information dissemination? Will today's born-digital government report be just as or more accessible 50 years from now as a paper document published in 1950 is today?

With these issues in the forefront it comes as no surprise that the 2004 Notable Documents appear in many formats, traditional and digital. Regardless of format, documents and information from all levels of government continue to be valuable resources that address pressing societal issues. They affirm the work and responsibility of governments, commemorate a beautiful setting or historical event, speak to the public's daily activities, and publish scientific information.

This year's list covers the environment, the Lewis and Clark expedition, the condition of children worldwide, 9/11, SARS, the effects of AIDS, the Columbia accident, and the Three Mile Island disaster, among other topics. Many of the documents are either available from or access is provided at depository libraries as well as other libraries. Many are still available for purchase.

The Notable Documents panel extends its thanks to those who submitted nominations, helping to make this selection a rich and lasting resource.

Against All Odds: U.S. Sailors in the War of 1812. by Charles E. Brodine Jr. & others. Naval Historical Ctr. 2004. 76p. illus. maps. SuDoc # D221.W 19. Stock # 008-046-00204-5. pap. $12. Children learn about the bombardment of Fort McHenry and the Battle of New Orleans in elementary school, but the contribution of the U.S. Navy in the War of 1812 is largely unknown. This volume relates three epic nautical tales: the cruise of the frigate Essex, which decimated British merchant shipping in the Pacific off the coast of Brazil; Capt. Joshua Barney's defense of Chesapeake Bay; and the Battle of Lake Champlain. Each comes to life through maps, portraits, and contemporary drawings as well as a wealth of information about the everyday life of 19th-century U.S. sailors aboard wooden warships, from their clothes and weapons to their off-duty amusements.

Beyond Therapy: Biotechnology and the Pursuit of Happiness. President's Council on Bioethics. 2003. 328p. SuDoc # PR 43.8: B 52/T34. OCLC # 53990262. Stock # 017-023-00215-5. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS41783. $29. This report intends to outline, but not definitively answer, some of the philosophical and moral dilemmas raised by recent advances in biotechnology. For example, is it ethical to use recently developed genetic testing techniques to produce children with more "desirable" behavioral, gender, and performance characteristics? Should we use methods for improving muscle performance only to treat disease, or may they also be used to produce superior athletes? How will society's future responses to such questions be addressed in legislative action?

Business Ethics: A Manual for Managing a Responsible Business Enterprise in Emerging Market Economies. Dept. of Commerce. 2004. 333p. SuDoc # C 61.8:B 96/2. OCLC # 55532565. Stock # 003-009-00731-3. $49.Businesses, government agencies, and other organizations will find this manual valuable in designing and implementing a business ethics program that meets global standards for responsible business conduct. Besides the chapters outlining the program, there is an ethical decision-making model and various worksheets. Rounding out the text are a glossary, resources and further readings, and an index.

The Department of Labor's 2003 Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor. Dept. of Labor. 2004. 459p. SuDoc # L29.18:2004. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS34090. Available: Intl. Child Labor Program, U.S. Dept. of Labor, 200 Constitution Ave. NW, Rm. S-5307, Washington, DC 20210; 202-693-4843; Fax 202-693-4830; GlobalKids@dol.gov. This annual publication, first released in 2001, provides current and concise information on child labor practices worldwide. Organized alphabetically by country, it comprises country profiles containing information on policies and programs, the incidence and nature of child labor, and child labor laws and enforcement. It also brings to light the extent and nature of sexual exploitation and trafficking of children.

Fatal Occupational Injuries in the United States, 1995–1999: A Chartbook. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (BLS Report 965). 2003.180p. illus. SuDoc # L 2.71:965. OCLC # 54378666. www.bls.gov/opub/opborder.htm#other. Free. Created to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries Program, this colorful chartbook presents, in easily accessible formats, program data for the period 1995–99. Some text and analysis are included, but most of the data are presented as charts and graphs of national and individual state profiles. Included are the numbers and fatality rates cross-tabulated by type of event and industry.

Lepidoptera of the Pacific Northwest: Caterpillars and Adults. by Jeffery C. Miller & Paul C. Hammond. Dept. of Agriculture. Forest Svc. (Series FHTET-2003-03). 2003. 324p. illus. map. SuDoc # A 13.110/18:2003-03. OCLC # 55644750. This field guide identifies caterpillars from the Pacific Northwest and their adult stages. General discussion of the common families of Lepidoptera in the area—lifecycle, morphology, and handling—is followed by color photographs of the species, divided into skippers, butterflies, and moths. Each photograph is accompanied by descriptions of the caterpillar and adult stages as well as the general ecology. Included in this especially useful reference book are a glossary, references, and indexes of both common and scientific names.

Lewis and Clark's Observations and Measurements of Geomorphology and Hydrology, and Changes with Time. by John A. Moody & others. U.S. Geological Survey. (Circular 1246). 2003. 110p. illus. maps. SuDoc # I 19.4/2:1246. OCLC # 53138699. Many works have been published dealing with the Lewis and Clark expedition, but this book is unique in that it illustrates geologic principles. Maps, measurements, sketches from the original expedition, and paintings made by Karl Bodner in 1833 of sites along the Missouri River are juxtaposed with present-day maps and photographs. The focus is on the changes in the rivers and surrounding landscape over the 200 years since Lewis and Clark made their observations.

The 9-11 Commission Report: Final Report of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States. National Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States. 2004. 567p. OCLC # 55990872. Stock # 041-015-00236-8. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS51934. $13.25. The bipartisan National Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States was appointed by the President and Congress to investigate the facts and circumstances relating to the events of September 11, 2001, including those regarding intelligence, law enforcement, diplomatic, and immigration failures. No other federal activities in 2004 garnered as much publicity as the hearings and other information-gathering processes of the commission, and no other government document was more eagerly anticipated or more widely read. It will continue to influence federal policies for decades to come.

Report: Columbia Accident Investigation Board. Columbia Accident Investigation Board. 2003. SuDoc # NAS 1.2:C 72/v.1, NAS 1.2:C 72/v.1/CD, NAS 1.2:C 72/DVD/v.1-6. OCLC # 52913537. Vol. 1: Stock # 033-000-01260-8. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS35740. $46; Vol. 2: Stock # 033-000-01261-6; http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS39090. $368 (o.p.); Vol. 3: Stock # 033-000-01262-4. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS39091. $247 (o.p.); Vol. 4: Stock # 033-000-01263-2. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS39092. $262; Vol. 5: Stock # 033-000-01264-1. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS39093. $974; Vol. 6: Stock # 033-000-01265-9. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS39094. $308. Volume 1 of this report contains the analysis and conclusions of the Columbia Accident Investigating Board regarding the causes of the tragedy that resulted in the loss of the space shuttle Columbia and its seven-member crew. Chief among the organizational failures cited was a corporate culture that had been allowed to develop at NASA that discouraged the communication of safety-related information or of dissenting opinions. The other volumes include, for example, background and technical documents and supplemental reports.

Report of the Select Committee on Intelligence on the U.S. Intelligence Community's Prewar Intelligence Assessments on Iraq. Congress. Senate. (Senate Report 108-301). 2004. 511p. SuDoc # Y 1.1/5:108-301. OCLC # 55948335. Stock # 052-071-01415-2. http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS51511. $51. The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence began a review of the prewar intelligence investigation of the presence of weapons of mass destruction in June 2003 and published its report just over a year later in July 2004. Released in the middle of the 2004 Presidential election, the report is noteworthy not only for its findings but also for the political climate in which it was drafted. This and The 9-11 Commission Report were among the key documents that led to the passage of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorist Prevention Act of 2004.

Three Mile Island: A Nuclear Crisis in Historical Perspective. by J. Samuel Walker. Nuclear Regulatory Commission/Univ. of California Pr. 2004. 303p. SuDoc # Y 3.N 88:2 T 41. OCLC # 52208467. www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip043/2003010137.html. $24.95. In March 1979, the worst nuclear power accident in U.S. history occurred at the Three Mile Island generating plant in central Pennsylvania. This, the first comprehensive account of the incident, outlines the historical and political context of the events. Especially notable is a description of the heroic efforts of government officials and plant workers to prevent leakage of dangerous amounts of radiation and to calm the public when news of the accident was reported in the media.

Wildlife of the Lewis and Clark Expedition: A Bicentennial Journal. Dept. of the Interior. Fish & Wildlife Svc. 2004. 24p. illus. map. SuDoc # I 49.2:L 58. OCLC # 56512696. In their journals, captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark recorded observations of 122 wildlife species previously unknown to American science. This pamphlet-sized volume combines journal entries with John James Audubon's paintings, plus a map that locates all the national wildlife refuges currently situated along the expedition's original route.

World War II Memorial, Washington, D.C. by Thomas B. Grooms. General Svcs. Administration. 2004. 120p. illus. map. SuDoc # GS 1.2:M 51. OCLC # 55705175. It seems a glaring oversight that it took more than 50 years after the end of hostilities before a monument on the National Mall was proposed to commemorate the sacrifices of the World War II generation. This attractive document explains the development and planning of the World War II Memorial, now located between the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. It includes illustrations, maps, drawings, and a number of quotations from the dedication ceremony speeches. It also discusses the controversy surrounding the monument's location, a question that was ultimately decided by the U.S. Court of Appeals.

GEORGIA

Calls of the Wild: Vocalization of Georgia Frogs. by John B. Jensen. Georgia Dept. of Natural Resources. 2003. OCLC #53949505. CD $15.36. Presenting the unique calls of all 31 species, this CD introduces the wonderful and often bizarre calls of Georgia's frogs and toads. It has separate recordings for every native species found in Georgia, as well as a nonnative species from the Caribbean. Additionally, over 20 minutes of mixed species choruses offer peaceful and natural background music and functions as an identification test of individual species. Informative narration accompanies each recording. Also included is a 16-page booklet loaded with data such as natural history, range maps, and physical characteristics of each species.

MICHIGAN

Keys to the Past: Archaeological Treasures of Mackinac. by Lynn L.M. Evans. Mackinac State Historic Parks. 2004. 102p. photogs. bibliog. ISBN 0-911872-85-X. $29.95; pap. ISBN 0-911872-84-1. $22.24. A photographic essay of archaeological objects found in the Straits of Mackinac, this bears witness to the everyday lives of the Native Americans, traders, soldiers, merchants, and families who lived in this region from the era of Great Lakes fur trading to the Victorian Age. The document contains beautiful photographs of a surprising variety of mundane items accompanied by text that discusses the archaeological work undertaken at Mackinac State Historic Parks. Insightful commentary and quotes from primary sources place the objects in historical context while offering an intimate look at life in these remote and unique settlements.

NORTH DAKOTA

A Vast and Open Plain: The Writings of the Lewis and Clark Expedition in North Dakota, 1804–1806. ed. by Clay S. Jenkinson. State Historical Society of North Dakota. 2003. 594p. 32p. illus. maps. OCLC # 54109161. ISBN 1-891419-26-9. $34.95. Based on the University of Nebraska Press's 13-volume collection of The Journals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, edited by Gary E. Moulton, this publication brings together, for the first time, Lewis and Clark expedition documents, in chronological sequence, created during the time spent in North Dakota.

OKLAHOMA

Out of the Dust: The History of Conservation in Oklahoma in the 20th Century. by F. Dwain Phillips & Mark S. Harrison. Oklahoma Assn. of Conservation Districts. 2004. 108p. illus. maps. OCLC # 54807047. ISBN 0-974923-19-9. $47.50. This classy agency history portrays the efforts of a state agency, a federal government agency, and a volunteer association in addressing a major environmental challenge in Oklahoma: soil conservation. Oklahoma has been a leader in identifying both the problem and its solutions. Out of the Dust outlines the development of soil conservation districts following the Depression era Dust Bowl and the first upland flood control projects in the nation. The document's design successfully presents the narrative and specific detail in a manner that encourages repeated reading and referencing.

PENNSYLVANIA

Documenting Pennsylvania's Past: The First Century of the Pennsylvania State Archives. ed. by Willis L Shirk. Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. 2003. 242p. illus. maps. OCLC # 55140609. ISBN 0-89271-111-6. $32.95. Chronicling the history of the Pennsylvania State Archives, this publication features a sampling of the archives' holdings dating back to land survey documents of 1675, six years before the issuance of the Penn Charter. While there are lovely illustrations of historic materials, the purpose of this volume is to celebrate the extraordinary longevity of the archives. Most useful is the inclusion of complete transcripts of the selected documents, which, combined with thoughtful commentary, creates a valuable resource to these unique primary materials.

TEXAS

The Status of Rural Texas, 2003. Texas Office of Rural & Community Affairs. 2004. 505p. maps. OCLC # 51763532. www.orca.state.tx.us/publications/pub.htm. As the second annual installment of this report, this extensive publication focuses on an overview of some of the complex and diverse issues affecting rural Texas. It describes—by region—demographics, agriculture, criminal indigent defense, the economy, educational attainment, healthcare, housing characteristics, the tax base, transportation, and water resources in the Lone Star State.

VIRGINIA

A Little Parliament: The Virginia General Assembly in the Seventeenth Century. by Warren M. Billings. The Library of Virginia in partnership with Jamestown 2007/Jamestown-Yorktown Fdn. 2004. 284p. OCLC # 53427529. ISBN 0-88490-202-1. $30. In anticipation of the 400th anniversary of the English settlement at Jamestown, this volume presents a scholarly and readable account of the founding and evolution of the oldest legislative body in the New World. Through the use of original U.S. and British documents, Billings (history, Univ. of New Orleans) creates a lively account of the transition of the Virginia settlement from floundering business venture to a neophyte colony with a powerful governing class.

Tigers and Sails and ABC Tales. by Malcolm Cormack. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, dist. by John F. Blair. 2003. unpaged. illus. OCLC # 53169490. ISBN 0-917046-65-X. $14.95. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon donated more than 2000 works of art to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 26 of which were used to illustrate this beautiful children's book. A piece of art is used to illustrate each letter of the alphabet and is further described. Not just a charming primer for children, Tigers and Sails will hold pleasures for adult readers as well.

WISCONSIN

Rain Gardens: A How-To Manual for Homeowners. by Roger Bannerman & others. Univ. of Wisconsin–Extension and Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources. 2003. 31p. illus. maps. OCLC # 52941294. http://clean-water.uwex.edu/pubs/raingarden. pap. $1. Offering 11 conceptual planting designs, this detailed guide covers rain garden sizing, construction details, planting, and maintenance. It also includes simple soil tests, plant species lists, cost estimates, and selections of plants suitable for various sun and soil conditions.

Wisconsin Naturally: A Guide to 150 Great State Natural Areas. ed. by Thomas A. Meyer. Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources. 2003. 184p. photogs. maps. OCLC # 51989309. http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/er/forms/snaguide.htm. spiralbound $10. From the mossy shadows of Parfrey's Glen to the soaring majesty of Plum Lake Hemlocks, discover the treasures of Wisconsin's prairies, bogs, forests, and fens with this guide to 150 of the finest state natural areas. The perfect companion for hikers, birders, and nature lovers, this book describes the plants, animals, and natural communities found in these special places. Color maps and detailed driving directions to each site make getting there easy.

Canadian Genealogy Centre.Library and Archives Canada. 2004. http://www.genealogy.gc.ca. This easy-to-use, bilingual Internet research tool integrates the former web sites of the National Archives of Canada, National Library of Canada, and Canadian Genealogy Centre. Links tailored to specific groups—new users, archivists, librarians, and publishers—provide unique information about helpful services and tools. Databases with a concentration on the Census, Immigration, Land, Military, Naturalization, and People can be searched. In addition, access to Dictionary of Canadian Biography, Aboriginal Resources & Services, Multicultural Resources & Services, and a Calendar of Events makes this an informative and useful resource on Canada.

Economic Report on Africa 2004: Unlocking Africa's Trade Potential. Economic Commission for Africa. 2004. 215p. ISBN 92-112-5094-3. Sales # E.04.II.K.12. $32. Reporting on Africa's economic performance and near-term prospects for the year 2004, this annual review is the fifth in a series. It focuses on what needs to be done to help Africa harness the benefits of globalization. A Trade Competitive Index (TCI), developed by the Economic Commission for Africa, is introduced and provides a means to compare African countries in areas of trade competitiveness. It also identifies potential bottlenecks to improved trade performance. Each chapter contains a list of references for further research; the graphics are clear and informative.

Innocenti Social Monitor 2004: Economic Growth and Child Poverty in the CEE/CIS and the Baltic States. UNICEF. 2004. 129p. ISBN 88-89129-04-2. Sales # E.04.XX.9. http://www.unicef.dk/files/Rapporter/socialmonitor2004.pdf. $25. The Innocenti Research Centre has been monitoring and studying the impact of great social changes on the lives of children since 1992. The 2004 report examines child poverty in a world of increasing integration from four different perspectives through a series of articles: "Economic Growth and Child Poverty"; "Economic Integration, Labour Markets and Children"; "Migration Trends and Policy Implications"; and "Young People and Drugs: Increasing Health Risks." The focus of this research is on Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia. A "Statistical Annex," available for downloading, provides extensive tabular data.

Learning from SARS: Renewal of Public Health in Canada; A Report of the National Advisory Committee on SARS and Public Health.by C. David Naylor. Health Canada. 2003. 224p. ISBN 0-662-34984-9. www.hc-sc.gc.ca/english/protection/warnings/sars/learning.html. In March 2003, Canada was struck by an outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). A National Advisory Committee on SARS and Public Health was established in May of that year, with a mandate to provide a "third-party assessment of current public health efforts and lessons learned for ongoing and future infectious disease control." The committee studied how the SARS outbreak occurred, how the healthcare system performed in this emergency, and what steps could be taken to improve the public health infrastructure. Here, the committee sets out both long- and short-term strategies for enhancing Canadian public health. Its statements and recommendations, illustrated by excellent graphics, are both thoughtful and practical.

Meeting the MDG Drinking Waters and Sanitation Target: A Mid-Term Assessment of Progress. World Health Organization. 2004. 33p. ISBN 92-4-156278-1. www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/monitoring/jmp2004/en. $10. Millennium development goals (MDG) adopted in September 2000 set timebound targets for making progress on the most serious development issues, with access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation among the most pressing. This report provides data for 1990-2002 and serves as a wake-up call to countries and the international community by noting accomplishments while detailing what has yet to be accomplished. Extensive tabular data supports the text.

A More Secure World: Our Shared Responsibility: A Report of the United Nations High-Level Panel on Threats, Challenges, and Change. United Nations. 2004. 129p. ISBN 92-110-0958-8. Sales # E.05.I.5. http://www.un.org/secureworld. $15. This report of the Secretary General's High-Level Panel on Threats, Challenges, and Change presents the institutional weaknesses of the United Nations as well as suggestions for reforms that will strengthen the organization and help it to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

Scoring African Leadership for Better Health. United Nations. 2004. 138p. ISBN 92-112-5091-9. Sales # E.03.II.K4. www.uneca.org/eca_resources/Publication/ Scoring. $20. Covering the progress made in 2001–03 toward implementing the Abuja Declaration on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Other Related Diseases; the Abuja Declaration on Roll Back Malaria (RBM); and the Declaration To Stop TB, this report points to the devastation brought about by the epidemics of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria while noting that implementation falls short of commitments made at the 2001 Abuja Summit in Nigeria. Successful country practices, lessons learned, and workable recommendations for future adoption by African leaders are included. Each chapter contains an excellent list of references; abbreviations and acronyms are provided.

The State of the World's Children 2005: Childhood Under Threat. ed. by Carol Bellamy. UNICEF. 2004. 151p. ISBN 92-806-3817-3. Sales # E.05.XX.1. www.unicef.org/sowc05/english/index.html. $12.95. As the tenth annual report on the state of the world's children, published by UNICEF, this release presents a stark picture of children under threat by the forces of poverty, conflict, infectious diseases—particularly HIV/AIDS—and the lack of basic human rights. Excellent tables and references enable the reader to understand the enormity of the problems that overshadow the lives of over one billion children.

The State of the World's Cities 2004/2005: Globalization and Urban Culture. United Nations Human Settlements Programme. 2004. 198p. ISBN 92-113-1705-3. www.unhabitat.org/mediacentre/sowckit.asp. $32.50. This second in a series of reports is part of the UN Habitat's contribution to the Universal Forum on Cultures (Barcelona, May 9–September 26, 2004). As an overview of the cultural impact of globalization on cities, it describes how the lives of international immigrants in many cities are physically, culturally, and economically separated from those of other city dwellers. Most important, itdocuments problems and offers policies, programs, and projects that can alleviate the alienation of foreign-born residents.

State of World Population 2004: The Cairo Consensus at Ten; Population, Reproductive Health and the Global Effort To End Poverty. United Nations Population Fund. 2004. 115p. ISBN 0-89714-720-0. Sales # E.04.III.1. www.unfpa.org/swp/swpmain.htm. $12.50. On September 13, 1994 in Cairo, Egypt, the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) adopted a 20-year action plan that contained "highly specific goals and recommendations in the mutually reinforcing areas of infant and maternal mortality, education, and reproductive health and family planning." In this ten-year report on the Cairo agreement, chapters discuss current situations, including population and poverty, gender equality and women's empowerment, reproductive health and family planning, HIV/AIDS prevention, and the role of partnership and how the goals of the action plan are being achieved. A "Notes and Indicators" section supplies additional information sources and supportive tabular data.