Does Realism retain its power in the 21st century when the political structure has changed significantly from that of the 20th century – and when many other theories stack up against it?
Having a negative view of human nature, emphasizing the autonomy of politics, and seeing morality as a useful image for the politician, Machiavelli is a forerunner of political realism.
Neither the increased number of female participants in politics nor the establishment of the National Gender Machinery has improved women’s material conditions in South Africa.
Balancing theory with practice: the success or failure to protect human lives is contingent on the need to solidify a unanimous consensus on intervention among members of the UN.
Because of international affairs’ complex nature, scholars should move towards a more flexible notion of international law, away from strict positivism.
Electoral dominance has allowed the ANC to grow complacent. Although the public remains largely supportive, it is increasingly disillusioned by the lack of tangible progress.
Iran’s nuclear posture: defensively viable or offensively radical? A defensive realist approach tells the story of a vulnerable country in an increasingly threatening neighbourhood.
The Asean-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement is a good case study for the Government of New Zealand’s view on bilateral and regional free trade agreements.
Rather than redefining traditional notions of security to encompass the environment, the link between environmental change and vulnerability to conflict must be examined.
Social glasnost may encapsulate the increasing sweeping changes, specifically the Arab Spring, Occupy Movements, and Kony 2012, brought by anyone with an Internet or a mobile signal.
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