POLSCI 2I03 Midterm: Polisci 2i03 lectures .docx
13 Oct 2014
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Theories of international relations classical realist liberal neo-realist. Pertinent lens: never ending threats require force liberals: b) small groups must build up strong structures with strong cooperation post colonial: c) histories of exploitation and imperialism but anger into context thus root issues. Post- structuralist: d) basic psychologies and understand point of view versus lashing out. Nationalism: overlapping community with borders state and nation merge. Nationalism and the nation- state: national community, territorial state borders, nationals try to make national borders into a state nation. The nation state system seems intuitive but it"s a historical construct; european imposition. Military: terrorist groups and linkages ie; usa and canada allies. Cultural: as linguistic barriers are broken down and yet strengthen; scotland separation from. Supranational: over and above and beyond states; icc. Selection of actors in 21st century world politics. Internationalization: growing and interdependence between states; recognize countries and governments are still important.
