The Political Consequences of Anti-Americanism
Anti-Americanism as a concept is confused, often used in a contradictory fashion and invariably driven by emotion rather than intellect. Nevertheless, it casts a long policy shadow with adverse consequences (both real and potential) for actors including those who may not support the concept.
This book puts anti-Americanism into a contemporary context and analyses some of its political consequences. The argument of the book is that ideas matter: they shape actions and have policy consequences. With the case of anti-Americanism, even superficial ideas can reflect deep-seated emotions that might, at first sight, appear real. These can range from the rhetorical flourish and smart comment occasioned by a presidential gaucherie through to a deeply embedded, visceral hatred of all things American. The contributors to this volume discern the difference between these two ends of the anti-American spectrum and assess the varying degree of political consequence. Divided into three parts, items addressed include:
- Networks, Culture and Foundationsconsisting of the role of influential foundations and think tanks in combating anti-Americanism, and the link between the political establishment in Washington DC and the popular culture industry;
- Security and Anti-Americanism;
- Regional and Country Studiesincluding those of Canada, Australia, East Asia, Latin America, Greece and France.
The Political Consequences of Anti-Americanism will be of interest to students and scholars of politics, international relations, security studies, American politics and American foreign policy.
Richard Higgott is a Pro Vice-Chancellor and Professor of Politics and International Studies at the University of Warwick, United Kingdom.
Ivona Malbai manages the Open Society Fellowship Program at the Central European University (CEU), Hungary.
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