Question

George Washington, the first U.S. president, advised the country to trade and be peaceful with foreign countries. However, he said to avoid further connections between governments. He said it would be dangerous. Do you think his views are realistic today? Explain your response.

Answer 1

Realism is extremely realistic as a theoretical framework for analyzing conflict in the contemporary international system. ... Realism is 'state-centric' because realists view sovereign nation-states as the only legitimate monopolist over the use of force, which focuses solely on state behavior.

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