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The Myth of American Idealism
How U.S. Foreign Policy Endangers the World
Book • 2024
In "The Myth of American Idealism," Noam Chomsky and Nathan Robinson dissect the history of US foreign policy, arguing that it has consistently prioritized strategic interests over democratic ideals.
The book examines numerous interventions, revealing how the pursuit of power has led to devastating consequences worldwide.
Chomsky and Robinson challenge the narrative of American exceptionalism, exposing the hypocrisy and violence inherent in many US foreign policy decisions.
They offer a critical analysis of the justifications used to legitimize these actions, highlighting the human cost of these interventions.
The book ultimately calls for a fundamental shift in US foreign policy, advocating for a more just and equitable approach to international relations.
The book examines numerous interventions, revealing how the pursuit of power has led to devastating consequences worldwide.
Chomsky and Robinson challenge the narrative of American exceptionalism, exposing the hypocrisy and violence inherent in many US foreign policy decisions.
They offer a critical analysis of the justifications used to legitimize these actions, highlighting the human cost of these interventions.
The book ultimately calls for a fundamental shift in US foreign policy, advocating for a more just and equitable approach to international relations.
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Kevin Hirten , the book argues that American foreign policy is more about power than principle.
Kevin Hirten , the book argues that American foreign policy is more about power than principle.
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Recommended by 
Sam Seder as a great entry point for understanding Noam Chomsky's views on US foreign policy.
Sam Seder as a great entry point for understanding Noam Chomsky's views on US foreign policy.
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Mentioned by Nathan J. Robinson as a recapitulation of Chomsky's critique of U.S. foreign policy.
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Nathan J. Robinson as an account of U.S. foreign policy over the past 60 years that's very critical.
Nathan J. Robinson as an account of U.S. foreign policy over the past 60 years that's very critical.
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Mentioned by Ben Burgis as a new book co-written by Noam Chomsky and Nathan J. Robinson that distills Chomsky's arguments about U.S. foreign policy.
Nathan J. Robinson that distills Chomsky's arguments about U.S. foreign policy.
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