POL SCI 139 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Kenneth Waltz, Structural Dynamics, Great Power
3 Oct 2016
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Address how unipolarity contributes to explaining a time w/ low politics where there"s room for reforms both internationally and w/in states. Determines why a new type of conflict prevails while others are intervened upon. Why there are more theoretical approaches, and the transformation of existing ones. Waltz and the neorealist theory (theory of international politics) Warns against confusing structural dynamics by using the analogy of the market. Great power balancing of power > self-help system. States seek security, when one great power exists there is a need for mutual relationship with them and smaller states. Theoretical model for unipolarity, and the difference from classic neorealism. Starts from waltz theory > different international dynamics compared to the other structural varieties, inclusion of other theoretical approaches. Lack of a model for unipolarity/neorealism, no further development of the elaborate theory to complete its scope and explanatory range. Neglecting the post-cold war era as a transition, w/ strong international events coming after.
