First published 1989
American foreign policy emerges as a battleground of competing ideas in this structured examination of key diplomatic questions. Smith organizes major policy debates into clear opposing positions, with each controversy presented through paired arguments that take "yes" and "no" stances on critical issues. The book targets students and instructors in foreign policy and international relations courses, providing contextual introductions that frame each debate within its historical and political setting. Rather than advocating for particular positions, the work allows readers to examine conflicting viewpoints on America's role in world affairs. The format encourages active engagement with policy questions by presenting substantive arguments from multiple perspectives, making complex diplomatic issues accessible through direct comparison of opposing views.
Genres: international-relations, american, political-science, non-fiction, academic, american-history
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: debate, multiple-perspectives
475 pages · Paperback · McGraw-Hill College