U.S. Foreign Policy Today e-bog

This new contributed volume from Steven Hook and James Scott introduces students to the conduct of foreign policy under the Obama administration. Its twelve original essays, written by a stellar cast of experts in the field, address whether the Obama administrations strategy represents a "e;renewal"e; of U.S. engagement. To what extent has this administration succeeded in building both the domestic and international constituencies needed to implement its foreign policy goals? How exactly have Obamas policies regarding drone strikes, prisoner abuse, extraordinary rendition, and climate change differed from Bush-era policies? Contributors provide detailed assessments of these and many other key questions.Designed to fit easily into courses on U.S. foreign policy, the volumes first part looks at policy formulation, while the second part tackles policy domains. An extensive bibliography makes a great student resource for further research.