Essays and Research Papers on U.S. International Relations

5 pages. American foreign policy between 1945 and 1970 is usually viewed in the context of the Cold War, and yet the domestic developments show or emphasize a dramatic swing from the complacent and conservative 1950's to the turbulent and radical 1960's. This paper will consider whether there are contradictory views here, and if ...

An 11 page paper assessing what effect that a change in US policy in East Asia would have on the Philippines. The United States recently completed a six-month training exercise in the Philippines, one that did not please China. This paper discusses the reasons that the US sent more than 1000 troops to ...

6 pages. Terrorism has indeed had an impact on political debate. The many areas of our lives that have been affected by terrorism are vast, but one of the most obvious one in recent months has been in the area of political debate. This paper discusses why political debates are different now ...

A 10 page paper which examines the perspectives of Samuel P. Huntington and Thomas L. Friedman on globalization. The works discussed are “The Clash of Civilization and the Remaking of World Order” by Huntington and “The Lexus and the Olive Tree” by Friedman. Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.

This 11 page accounts for the absence of a US-Soviet arms control regime governing the possession, testing or use of anti-satellite weapons. The paper considers the current situation and the historical events that have lead to this. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 10 page paper discusses the issue of terrorism in relation to the World Trade Center. This paper analyzes the two attacks on this building and discusses the impact of each. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 11 page paper provides an overview of the Vietnam War with a close look at the Tet Offensive and how the city of Hue was seized. The battle that ensued there is detailed and the meaning of Hue is explored. The paper supports the idea that the Tet Offensive was a turning ...

8 pages. Selling arms in Turkey, Colombia and Indonesia has a high cost in human lives. This is the topic discussed in this paper as well as possible solutions to the problems instigated by these actions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper outlining and evaluating the realism and liberalism perspectives in international relations. Familiarity with the perspectives of realism and liberalism in international relations can inform assessment of relations between nations. Realism is a long-standing component of assessment of events in international relations, and liberalism can be used to explain the ...

A 5 page discussion of the historic interaction the U.S. has had with Latin American countries. Since the advent of the New Diplomacy at the end of the nineteenth century, in fact, the U.S. role in Latin America has grown progressively stronger. The relationship which resulted was not always amiable as we might ...

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the theory of realism. Several examples are provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 9 page paper looks at a variety of events to explain why there are hard feelings in the Middle East towards the U.S. and vice versa. Israel as a force is discussed as well. Historical and cultural references are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page contention that a continued U.S. military presence in South Korea is not only desirable but imperative. This paper provides a review of the historical circumstances which have led to the situation we have today. While the tensions between these two countries have subsided to a degree since the dissolution of ...

A 5 page discussion of the many lessons which are available in the lesser developed world among indigenous tribal units. Reviewing the observations presented by author David Maybury-Lewis in “Millennium: Tribal Wisdom and the Modern World”, this paper contends that our current move toward global economic development and globalization is occurring at the ...

This 8 page paper provides an overview of U.S. foreign policy, the New World Order and specific related programs . Involvement in the Middle East is the focus of this paper that utilizes many concepts and definitions provided by a student. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is a 5 page paper discussing three of the major challenges to the global political economy. Recent developments in the global economic community have led to several concerns and challenges which must be met politically and economically in order for an effective transition to take place among all nations active in international trade and ...

This 5 page paper provides a look at the problems in the Middle East and why peace talks have failed. Several important peace talks have been noted. U.S. involvement is highlighted. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at several authors and their ideas about world politics. The world as it exists since the cold war is discussed. Kagan, Kennedy, Pastor and Snyder are authors who are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 15 page paper discusses the ideas of Johnson who believes essentially that American foreign policy has created a world-wide resentment and anger towards America. This paper highlights much of Johnson's evidence such as U.S. drug policies, involvement in the Middle East, Asian relations, and more. Bibliography lists 1 source.

8 pages in length. The United Nations was formed to mediate between countries on the verge of war. Their constant intervention, treaty alliances and overall arbitrating status has proven beneficial in many instances; however, they are not an almighty entity that can avert all global conflicts. The purpose of the United Nations ...

This is a 12 page paper discussing the relevance of the hegemonic stability theory in the age of globalization. The theory of hegemonic stability is relevant in today’s increasing trend of globalization. The many issues involved include largely the existence of American hegemony since the end of the Second World War and more recently since ...

This 24 page paper delves into the question of nation building and first looks at how George W. Bush sees things. Much of the paper addresses current concerns but a great deal of historical information is provided. The concept of nation building is discussed in depth and many examples are included. Specifics ...

A 7 page evaluation of the proper role of the U.S. in the United Nations. Noting that United States has been an important force in shaping the ideologies and political direction of the U.N. since its inception, this paper asserts that continued U.S. involvement in the U.N. is critical to maintaining the strength and ...

This 6 page paper takes a look at moral foreign policy. Why it is so hard to define and adopt is discussed. The "just war" theory is also noted. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 14 page paper which examines where children fit into the policy of the United States. The paper examines issues concerning the global position of children as it involves conditions such as child labor, children and the environment, and the effect of particular sanctions on the children of the world. Bibliography lists 11 sources.