POLSCI 1AA3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Billiard Table, Power Projection
1 Mar 2017
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Political science 1ab3 2017 lecture 7b international relations theory. According to realist theory, politics between states (international relations) is different than politics within states (domestic politics) International politics is characterized by competition, struggle, and insecurity. International outcomes in all areas (not just military matters) are best understood by focusing on the following factors: The state is the most important actor in the international system. Other actors are subordinate to the state consider the role of the. If you want to understand international outcomes, you should look at states, their political interests, and their relative power with respect to one another. The domestic environment (democratic, non-democratic) does not provide us with any insight on how a state acts in its international relations. Survival is the primary motive of every state. Any means to secure this end will be pursued. Military power is often the best means to secure this end.
