Idealism vs. Realism in International Politics"

Roskin and Berry allude to the tendency toward idealism in international politics before WWII ended in 1945, but the tendency toward realism after that year.

• Explain what the authors mean by “idealism” and “realism” in international politics.
• Characterize the differences between the world before 1945 and the world after that year with respect to international relations.
• Explain the causes of the transition (from idealism to realism).

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