MC 2000 Lecture : Feb 13 Notes
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Nyt- ross douthat argued (look up article: obama, the realist . Idealist view brought him to the white house; becoming a realist based on. Egypt; in office, will look at the world from a realist perspective: obama began with idealistic views, extend olive branch in ira- given up. Dependencia theory: reason congress isn"t doing well: exploited by rich. Marxists and basic human needs approach (try to solve problems; like to just recognize. Polarity- center of power: bi- most secure, multi- least secure. Iraq-iran war lasted 8 years (1980-88: past wars, 100 year war and 30 year war (based on religion) International organizations: first was the league of nations, catholic church, islamic organization conference are both io"s, most are post-war organizations, sovereignty wasn"t helping much; creating new entities would create cooperation and prevent future wars from happening. Us becomes an io with its bilateral involvement in other countries.
