Wolfgang Wagner

Wolfgang Wagner, a Professor of International Security at the University of Amsterdam, dives into the intricate relationship between party politics and military interventions. He challenges the notion that foreign affairs are free from political contestation, showcasing how political parties across the left-right spectrum frame military actions differently. Discussions include the persistent contestation in U.S. foreign policy, the ideological divides affecting party positions, and the importance of party competition for democratic accountability.

Wolfgang Wagner, a Professor of international security and author of *The Democratic Politics of Military Interventions*, explores the intricate relationship between party politics and foreign policy. He challenges the notion that foreign affairs transcend party lines, revealing that political divisions significantly impact military intervention decisions. Wagner discusses how parties on the left and right frame conflicts differently, their historical voting patterns, and the implications for democratic accountability, emphasizing the vital role of political parties in shaping national interest.