Publisher's Synopsis
U.S. Foreign Policy, 3rd EditionThe United States still faces no credible rival to challenge its supremacy, even after years of economic crisis and war. And yet, the very sources that give rise to its primacy&BAD:mdash;exceptionalism, the diffusion of power, and the involvement of civil society in the foreign policy process&BAD:mdash;also create vulnerabilities.The new third edition of U.S. Foreign Policy provides students with a concise and accessible overview of this foreign policy paradox, and highlights the challenges facing policy makers.Key updates include complete coverage of President Obama&BAD:rsquo;s first year in office, the administration&BAD:rsquo;s new emphasis on engagement, the ongoing wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the economic crisis. Students will also find a thorough review of the lessons of the Bush administration, including examinations of the rivalry between the State and Defense Departments, intelligence breakdowns, human rights controversies, and unilateralism.Instructors will appreciate the chapter organization, crisp writing, pedagogical features, and overall brevity that they have come to expect from this bestseller. For more information on U.S. Foreign Policy, click here. Issues for Debate in American Foreign Policy, 2nd EditionIs a U.S.-China partnership possible? Are the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan making U.S. enemies weaker? Do drone strikes comply with international law? This updated second edition of Issues for Debate in American Foreign Policy takes up these and other compelling questions. Sixteen chapters explore who the key players are, what&BAD:rsquo;s at stake, and explain why recognizing past and current developments is so crucial to the future. Drawn from the award-winning CQ Researcher, selections skillfully cover the range of fact, analysis, and opinion surrounding an issue.For more information on Issues for Debate, click here.
