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International relations are tricky at best and disastrous at worst. Innocent mistakes brought about by cultural differences can sometimes have unexpected consequences. In the Liberalism vs. Realism debate, I’m sitting firmly over here on the left. I think people should be more important than money, and I think America needs to remain aware of, and engaged, in the global community. I define myself as a Liberal, and to me that means that in general, …

…own best interest, though it will use force if necessary. In my view, the instruments of power are the people, not the state and the rights of the individual should always be paramount. International affairs is a difficult field, and once which I believe demands a Liberal approach. The Realists, with their clear sight and hardheaded business approach, seem to me to be exactly what we do not need in today’s strained international climate.