The Institutions Behind US Foreign Policy, with Daniel Bessner
Foreign Exchanges: the Podcast
The NSC's Role in Foreign Policy
This chapter explores the pivotal role of the National Security Council in shaping U.S. foreign policy since World War II, focusing on the centralized decision-making power within the executive branch. It critiques the implications of this power shift on democratic processes and highlights the financial connections between think tanks, defense contractors, and government, raising concerns about accountability in policy-making.
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