The Foreign Policy of George W. Bush
Values, Strategy, and Loyalty
1st Edition
Published on 10. November 2004
Book
Hardback
236 pages
978-0-7546-4274-9 (ISBN)
Description
Few presidents in modern times have seen their words and actions subject to such intense critical scrutiny as George W. Bush. His critics label him the 'Pariah President', personally inarticulate and at times politically incoherent; his supporters portray him as gifted and skilled, one of the most decisive, successful and popular leaders of our time. But if 'the person is now the policy' at the White House - and that person happens to be both activist and moralist - what kind of presidency and foreign policy flows from such a leader? How has Bush changed American politics and the role of the United States in the world? Alexander Moens offers the first systematic explanation of Bush's foreign policy by describing the complexities of the man and how his particular personality and style so heavily influence the final policy outcomes. Frank, engaging and insightful, it offers an original and carefully documented account of Bush's personality, his presidential style and his decision-making process, and how these three core ingredients in turn provide the key to understanding Bush's overall strategy and policy. The Foreign Policy of George W. Bush is an ideal reference for contemporary US foreign policy, international security, and diplomatic relations. With detailed and candid insights into the presidential leadership it will also make fascinating reading for those interested in the future of American politics.
Reviews / Votes
'An important and comprehensive treatment of George W. Bush's foreign policy decision-making. Moens takes us well beyond journalistic accounts and those of the administration's critics by linking Bush's decisions to his personality, background, leadership style, and advisory network. The book is a "must read" for anyone seeking an in-depth understanding of this presidency...Moens forces the reader to grapple with any assumption that Bush's foreign policy decision-making can be easily dismissed as that of a "trigger happy" cowboy.' Professor John P. Burke, University of Vermont, USA 'Moens' clear, elegant writing style succeeds in providing a comprehensive, non-hysterical biography of President Bush that effectively illustrates how he views the world.' Dr John C. Hulsman, Senior Foreign Policy Analyst, The Heritage Foundation, USA 'Alexander Moens's book is an even-handed, dispassionate look at the real George [W.] Bush...Whatever the outcome, Alexander Moens has done a great service by exploring the personality, motives and record of the man who made the leap - and doing it without the usual Bush-bashing rhetoric.' Literary Review of Canada '...a welcome addition to the literature on the 43rd president...The depth of his research on President Bush is impressive...Moens' book will find a ready audience with those who are interested in foreign policy analysis and decision-making...Its focus on one of the most controversial and important presidents in recent history only makes it that much more valuable.' MillenniumMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
526 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7546-4274-9 (9780754642749)
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Additional editions
E-Book
03/2017
Routledge
€73.99
Available for download
E-Book
03/2017
Routledge
€73.99
Available for download
Person
Alexander Moens is Professor in the Department of Political Science, Simon Fraser University, British Columbia, Canada
Content
Contents: Introduction: a foreign policy of values, strategy, and loyalty; The background and personality of George W. Bush; Running for president; The Bush White House, the decision-making process, and the priority of domestic policy; Foreign and defense policy before September 11; The war president; The Iraq nexus; Bush's style, record and vision; Index.