Session 9

Question 1

TRUMP & RESTRAINT SCHOLARS BOTH AGREE THAT:

Answer 1

(1) Allies are generally free riders who exploit US,
(2) US runs risk of entrapment in unwanted conflict by allies,
(3) US security guarantees do not yield economic benefits,
(4) US allies will “step up” to contain rivals if the US leaves,
(5) Nuclear proliferation by key allies will not harm US,
(6) US should be ruthlessly self-interested

Question 2

What are the four core objectives to deep engagement?

Answer 2

1. Create “enough” stability in 3 core regions
2. Promote a liberal economic order to expand the global economy and maximize domestic prosperity
3. Sustain global institutional order to secure necessary interstate cooperation on terms favorable to U.S.
4. Prevent nuclear proliferation

Question 3

What happens, if America would push back?

Answer 3

1.More nuclear proliferation
2.More arms races
3.Higher threat of war in Europe & Asia
4.Less stable global economy
5.Less cooperation on global challenges (WMD, pandemics, etc)
6.Reduced economic growth for the US and its allies

Question 4

What are the costs of deep engagement?

Answer 4

(1) FREE RIDING: if we defend our allies, they spend less
(2) BUDGETARY COST: US could cut defense & use money for other purposes
(3) ENTRAPMENT: alliances may pull US into wars not in America’s interests
(4) TEMPTATION: large US footprint will make US tempted to use its power

Question 5

What are US current contributions to NATO?

Answer 5

(1) Conventional military troops
(2) Conventional military weapons
(3) Logistical capacity
(4) Training
(5) Nuclear forces
(6) Command and control
(7) ISR (battlefield intel, surveillance, & reconnaissance)
(8) Strategic intelligence