by Ian Bremmer
First published 2015
America stands at a crossroads. The nation that defined itself through World War II and Cold War confrontation now faces a transformed global landscape. Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, argues that America must choose between three distinct approaches to its superpower status. The first path advocates turning inward, focusing resources on domestic rebuilding rather than foreign interventions. The second calls for selective engagement, defending American interests abroad while acknowledging the nation's financial and military limits. The third insists on continued global leadership, rejecting isolationism as both naive and dangerous. Bremmer contends that the world depends on American involvement, but America must clearly define its responsibilities and constraints. As the 2016 election approaches, the country cannot maintain a divided foreign policy. This book challenges readers to understand the stakes of each choice and offers a framework for navigating America's role in an uncertain world.
Genres: international-relations, american, political-science, 21st-century, current-affairs, american-history
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: informed-perspective, policy-analysis
Setting: America, United States
Period: 2016
229 pages · Kindle Edition · Penguin