PUBPOL 673 - International Security Affairs

This course covers the policy issues involved in the areas of defense, deterrence, and arms control in the contemporary context. Special emphasis is given to the policies, perspectives, and capabilities of the United States and the former Soviet Union, but consideration is also given to Western Europe and Asia. Illustrative issues are prospects for arms control, conscription, organization of the Executive Branch for foreign and military policy formation, and interalliance politics.