Snyder (One World, Rival Theories)

Question 1

Realism

Answer 1

focuses on shifting distribution of power among states; self-interested states compete for power and security; rational, pragmatic

Question 2

Liberalism

Answer 2

highlights increasing number of democracies and turbulence of democratic transitions; spread of democracy, creating global ties and cooperation, international organizations strengthen peace

Question 3

Idealism (Constructivism)

Answer 3

changing norms of sovereignty, human rights, and international justice, increased potency of religious ideas in politics; international politics shaped by persuasive ideas, collective values, culture, and social identities

Question 4

Realism Core Beliefs

Answer 4

international affairs is a power struggle among self-interested states; balance of power; create strong, real policies, not illusions

Question 5

Liberalism Core Beliefs

Answer 5

merits of cooperation between states, strong, peaceful relations, law and transparency build credibility, power of democracy to encourage peace and healthy international relations; importance of international institutions

Question 6

Idealism Core Beliefs

Answer 6

legal and ethical standards should guide foreign policy, social reality established through debate about values, emphasize role of ideologies, identities, persuasion, and transnational networks