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Liberalism and the Triangle of Peace

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According to realists, how do democratic states behave in international disputes?

According to realists, democratic states behave similarly to autocracies in international disputes. They are predicted to balance against stronger states and use force if the situation calls for it.

Explain the three significant claims of the liberal triangle of peace mentioned in the text.

The three significant claims of the liberal triangle of peace are: 1) democracy reduces military conflict, 2) economic interdependence reduces military conflict, and 3) international institutions reduce military conflict.

What did early empirical research on the behavior of democracies conclude?

Early empirical research concluded that regime type has little impact on the frequency of war because democracies possess attributes that both encourage and discourage war.

What domestic constraints do democracies face when a dispute erupts between two democratic states?

<p>When a dispute erupts between two democratic states, each side knows that the other faces domestic constraints on the use of force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main argument of realists regarding the behavior of democracies in international disputes?

<p>The main argument of realists is that democracies will behave similarly to autocracies in international disputes, balancing against stronger states and using force if necessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Realist view on democratic states in disputes

Realists believe democratic states act like autocracies in international disputes, aligning with other states and, if necessary, using force.

Liberal triangle of peace claims

Three claims: 1) democracy reduces conflict, 2) economic ties reduce conflict, and 3) international bodies reduce conflict.

Early empirical findings on democracies

Early studies suggested regime type's impact on war frequency is limited, as democratic systems have factors promoting AND hindering war.

Domestic constraints in democratic disputes

In disputes between democracies, each side is aware the other faces restrictions on using force due to domestic pressures.

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Realist argument on democracies in disputes (summary)

Realism predicts democratic countries, like autocracies, react to power imbalances (balance) and might use force, when needed.