American Foreign Policy: Past, Present, and Future

• Author: Glenn P. Hastedt
• Edition: 11th Edition
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Publication Date: February 1, 2017
• ISBN-10: 1442270055
• ISBN-13: 978-1442270053

Glenn Hastedt’s American Foreign Policy: Past, Present, and Future provides a clear and succinct introduction to the field, designed to prepare students to think critically about America’s changing role in the world. The text encourages active participation in the debate regarding the conduct and content of American foreign policy by first defining the national interest and the fundamental nature of foreign policy itself.

The book is organized into a logical progression that examines the defining historical experiences shaping modern policy, the contemporary institutions involved in policy-making, and the specific instruments available to decision-makers in a hyperpartisan political climate. Finally, it challenges readers to look toward the future to anticipate the next phase of global engagement.

The eleventh edition reflects the latest headlines and global shifts, featuring extensive discussions on modern security challenges such as hybrid warfare, cyber wars, and the use of drones. It provides an in-depth assessment of the Obama administration’s foreign policy legacy and includes new case studies on timely topics, including:

• The rise of ISIS and authorization of force resolutions
• Women in combat and the future of COIN (Counterinsurgency)
• The Iran nuclear agreement and the diplomatic opening to Cuba
• The climate agreement and the Kyoto Agreement
• The War Powers Act, the integration of the military, NAFTA, and the conflict in Afghanistan

By blending historical context with current events and future projections, this edition serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the complexities of how the United States interacts with the rest of the world.