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Fateful Decisions: Inside The National Security Council
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The National Security Council (Nsc) Is The Most Important Formal Institution In The U.S. Government For The Creation And Implementation Of Foreign And Defense Policy. The Council'S Four Principal Membersthe President, Vice President, Secretary Of State, And Secretary Of Defenseare Responsible For Incredibly Farreaching Decisions Regarding War And Peace, Diplomacy, International Trade, And Covert Operations. Despite Its Obvious Importance, The Nsc Has Been Subject To Relatively Little Scholarly Scrutiny, And Therefore Remains Misunderstood By Most International Relations Students. Fateful Decisions: Inside The National Security Council Provides Students With Valuable Insights Into The Origins, Workings, Strengths, And Weaknesses Of The Nsc.Covering The Period From 1947 To 2003, Fateful Decisions Features Seminal Articles, Essays, And Documents Drawn From A Variety Of Sources. The Book Presents And Illuminates Several Obscure Documents Regarding The Beginning Of The Nsc And Its Early Years. It Then Examines The Transformation Of The Nsc From A Newly Established, And Initially Ignored, Advisory Committee To The Nation'S Premier Forum For National Security Deliberations. The Selectionswritten By Prominent Scholars, Journalists, And Practitionersoffer Revealing Coverage Of Major Topics, Such As Key Challenges To The Nsc And The Role Of The Nsc In A Postcold War Environment. The Articles Also Discuss The Rise Of The National Security Adviser To A Position Of Prominence And Provide Profiles Of Those Who Have Held The Position, Including Mcgeorge Bundy, Henry Kissinger, Zbigniew Brzezinski, Brent Scowcroft, Samuel Berger, Colin Powell, And Condoleezza Rice. Chronicling The Performance Of The Nsc Over The Years, Fateful Decisions Dissects Both Its Successes And Its Failuresfrom The Cuban Missile Crisis Through The Irancontra Affair, To The Current War Against Global Terrorismand Offers Reform Proposals To Improve The Council'S Performance. It Is Ideal For Courses On The Nsc, National Security Decisionmaking, And U.S. Foreign Policy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Fateful Decisions: Inside the National Security Council'? A: The book focuses on the National Security Council (NSC) and its role in shaping U.S. foreign and defense policy from 1947 to 2003, providing insights into its origins, operations, and key figures.
- Q: Who are the principal members of the National Security Council? A: The principal members of the NSC include the President, Vice President, Secretary of State, and Secretary of Defense.
- Q: What type of content does the book include? A: The book features seminal articles, essays, and documents, along with analyses of the NSC's transformation and significant events that involved the Council.
- Q: How does this book help students of international relations? A: It offers valuable insights into the workings and historical context of the NSC, helping students understand its influence on national security and foreign policy decisions.
- Q: What significant historical events does the book cover regarding the NSC? A: The book discusses events like the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Iran-Contra affair, and the ongoing war against global terrorism.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Fateful Decisions'? A: The book was published on January 29, 2004.
- Q: Is 'Fateful Decisions' suitable for courses on national security? A: Yes, it is ideal for courses focused on the NSC, national security decision-making, and U.S. foreign policy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Karl F. Inderfurth.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: How many pages does 'Fateful Decisions' have? A: The book contains 400 pages.