America's Search for Security

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Focusing on historical trends, the book examines America's evolution in foreign policy from its founding to the Cold War's conclusion. It critiques the shift towards idealist goals in the post-Cold War era, highlighting the consequences of neglecting realist principles. Through detailed analysis of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, it illustrates the risks of unclear foreign policy objectives and their potential to undermine America's status as a global power.