Matthew Specter

Dr. Matthew Specter, author of The Atlantic Realists, discusses the relationship between realism and liberalism in international relations, the impact of political theorists Carl Schmitt and Hans Morgenthau, and the complexities of shaping a progressive foreign policy using realist theory.

Dr. Matthew Specter, author of 'The Atlantic Realists,' discusses the diverse perspectives of realism, its imperial origins, and surprising connections to the Nazis. They also explore the importance of historical context in understanding figures like Mahan and critique the focus on the interwar crisis. Additionally, they delve into the similarities between realism and liberalism in international relations.