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Mische, Patricia M. – 1984
These two essays are intended to make U.S. citizens think about what they are doing, to put contemplation before action when considering the "Star Wars" proposals, i.e., proposals for research, development, and testing of space weapons. It is emphasized that the "Star Wars" proposals offer no real breakthroughs in strengthening…
Descriptors: Disarmament, Foreign Policy, National Security, Nuclear Warfare
Peer reviewedHikins, James W. – Quarterly Journal of Speech, 1983
Analyzes the decision to drop the atomic bomb from a rhetorical point of view, arguing that the bombs were launched because of an American commitment to a particular rhetoric that focused on the propaganda slogan "unconditional surrender." (PD)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Foreign Policy, Nuclear Warfare, Nuclear Weapons
Direct linkDeSpain, Matt – American Indian Quarterly, 2003
It is a point well documented in American history, and well remembered, that the firearm has been a favorite tool wielded by Euroamericans to subdue, colonize, and silence Native Americans since the two groups first met. Anyone exercising a modicum of intellect can easily compile their own mental count of past atrocities by racist-minded,…
Descriptors: United States History, Weapons, American Indians, Museums
English, Raymond, Ed. – 1985
In these 10 essays, 5 European and 5 American political and religious leaders examine the ethics of possessing and using nuclear weapons. They appraise the policy of nuclear deterrence. Protestant and Catholic viewpoints are represented. There are disagreements on details and differences in emphasis on positions and policies. There is general…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Ethics, Foreign Policy, International Relations
Krepon, Michael – 1984
One in a series of booklets whose purpose is to stimulate greater and more effective understanding of world affairs among Americans, this five-chapter report is geared to the nonexpert wanting to know more about the complex topics of verification and compliance with arms control agreements. "Basic Concepts of Verification" examines the…
Descriptors: Disarmament, Foreign Policy, Government Role, Instructional Materials
Download full textHough, Jerry F.; And Others – 1985
Three perspectives on President Ronald Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI), which is intended to defend U.S. targets from a Soviet nuclear attack, are presented in separate sections. In the first section, "Soviet Interpretation and Response," Jerry F. Hough examines possible reasons for Soviet preoccupation with SDI. He discusses…
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Disarmament, Foreign Policy, International Relations
Lindsay, James M.; Daalder, Ivo H. – Business-Higher Education Forum (NJ1), 2005
At its Summer 2003 meeting, the Business-Higher Education Forum (BHEF) engaged the questions of America's role in the post-Sept.11, 2001 world. Following a series of panel presentations, BHEF members specifically examined the important issues of sustaining, legitimating, and using American power. Six major foreign policy challenges facing the…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Global Approach, International Relations, Foreign Countries
Armacost, Michael H. – 1987
Forty years ago, George F. Kennan advanced the doctrine of containment against Soviet encroachment throughout the world. The Soviet Union has evolved from a Eurasian land power into a global superpower. In an effort to create an international environment congenial to domestic reforms, Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev has sought greater tranquility…
Descriptors: Diplomatic History, Disarmament, Foreign Countries, Foreign Policy
