In international relations theory, realism helps explain state behavior. It holds that the international system is an anarchic, self-help system in which “might makes right,” in which “the strong do as they will and the weak suffer what they may.” Use an example from current events that supports this argument, and explain how and why this is so.
This is an open book, do-at-home (or work) examination. There are two, relatively open-ended questions. You must answer them both. The objective is to apply theoretical approached in IR to actual contemporary cases. You should use your textbooks and a reputable news source or sources to answer the questions. 1. In international relations theory, realism […]