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What is the assumption made about the 'advantages' of authoritarian governments and democracies?
What is the assumption made about the 'advantages' of authoritarian governments and democracies?
- They are always efficient and effective.
- They are only relevant in specific contexts.
- They exist at all times and in all situations. (correct)
- They are only applicable to authoritarian governments.
What is the primary actor in international politics?
What is the primary actor in international politics?
- Nation-state (correct)
- International organizations
- Individual policymakers
- Global corporations
Why is it important to consider the individual policymaker in evaluating national power?
Why is it important to consider the individual policymaker in evaluating national power?
- Because they have specific characteristics that impact decision-making. (correct)
- Because they are above the law and can make decisions without accountability.
- Because they are representatives of the nation-state.
- Because they are always efficient and effective.
What is the significance of leadership in international politics?
What is the significance of leadership in international politics?
Who is the primary decision-maker in a nation-state?
Who is the primary decision-maker in a nation-state?
What is the impact of individual leaders on the policy of a nation?
What is the impact of individual leaders on the policy of a nation?
Why is it important to analyze the key personnel in the decision-making process?
Why is it important to analyze the key personnel in the decision-making process?
What is the relationship between leadership and national power?
What is the relationship between leadership and national power?
What is the significance of Napoleon, Hitler, and Ghandi in international politics?
What is the significance of Napoleon, Hitler, and Ghandi in international politics?
What can be said about the Chinese Communist Revolution?
What can be said about the Chinese Communist Revolution?
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Study Notes
Military Capability
- Military capability must be assessed in relation to specific policy objectives and conditions, as its utility can be limited in certain situations.
- Military strength is a vital cornerstone for the exercise of capability, and must be assessed quantitatively and qualitatively.
Diplomatic Skills
- Diplomacy is the brain of national power and plays a central role in formulating and implementing foreign policies.
- Diplomats must navigate international relations, respecting international law, sovereignty, and non-intervention in other states' internal affairs.
- The efficiency of diplomats in bringing potential capabilities to bear on problems is crucial, especially in short-run crises.
Decision-Making Process
- Governments must allocate limited resources between domestic and foreign policies, and among various external programs.
- The organization and operation of the governmental system can facilitate or hinder the decision-making process.
- Authoritarian governments do not necessarily possess advantages in decision-making, as they can be hindered by inefficiencies and competing interests.
Leadership
- Leadership is crucial in evaluating national power, as individual policymakers can greatly impact decision-making.
- Key personnel in the decision-making process must be identified and analyzed, as they can shape international politics.
- Historical examples, such as Napoleon, Hitler, and Gorbachev, demonstrate the significance of individual leaders in shaping national power.
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