POL SCI 20 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Carter Doctrine, Immanuel Kant, World Politics
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Chapter 4 domestic politics and war outline. Do politicians spark wars abroad in order to hold on to power at. Do countries fight wars to satisfy the military or special interests. States" foreign policy interests can derive from national interests that are shared by virtually. Small groups often have an advantage over large groups in their ability to organize collectively and influence. Democratic institutions make elected leaders accountable to people who pay the costs of war. As a result, small, organized interests can push governments to enact policies that benefit them at the expense of everyone else. The military and economic or ethnic interest groups often enjoy superior organization, information, and resources relative to the general public. can weaken the influence of hawkish actors and make leaders more cautious about waging war. Democratic institutions increase transparency of the political process, which can help resolve information and commitment problems that sometimes lead to war.
