POLS 2940 Lecture 2: Lecture 2
15 Dec 2014
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Where will we collect the information? (a field that examines global-level politics does exist) First great debate is between idealists and realists-they do notdisagreeon what the world looks like, but rather on what is possible in the world Study of international relations emerges in a particular context ( post wwii), there is a real emphasis on "policy relevance" International politics field is much younger than politics within the state. Idealism has some of the elements of "cooperation", in terms of international relations. The ww"s were completely irrational anddevastating, this experiencecompletelyflipped some points of view on idealism intermsif international relations. War is no longer a rational idea from leaders. misinterpretedeach others actions which led to more conflicts, lack of democratic accountability. International relations is based on anarchic system, realism states power anarchy. You can limit conflicts if you are prepared for violence, etc. What serves national interest, debates of what truely is in national interest ( survival of the state)
