POLI 244 : Morgenthau- A Realist Theory
12 Dec 2012
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1) rational and moral political order can be achieved here and now vs. Also believes in the possibility of distinguishing in politics. The concept of interest defined in terms of power between truth and opinion: provides the link between reason trying to understand international politics and the facts to be understood. Must be distinguished from fore in the sense of the actual exercise of physical violence. War is an intrinsic element of politics when violence becomes an actuality, it signifies the abdication of political power in favour of military or pseudo-military power. 3) the respect or love for men or institutions. The struggle for power is universal in time and space and is an undeniable fact of experience. If the desire for power cannot be abolished everywhere in the world, those who might be cured would simply fall victims to the power of others.
