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A History of American Foreign Policy | Dale Copeland with Javier Mejia

The Economic and Political History Podcast

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Realism vs. Liberalism in U.S. Foreign Policy

This chapter explores the theoretical frameworks of realism and liberalism in international relations, focusing on how power dynamics and economic interests shape U.S. foreign policy. It critiques American exceptionalism and examines historical examples where economic motives influenced key conflicts, while also introducing the concept of 'dynamic realism.' The discussion highlights the potential for miscalculations leading to escalations in international tensions, particularly between rising powers like China.

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