America's Global Interests: A New Agenda

A new world order is in the making. Vietnam, Afghanistan, "glasnost", "perestroika", the yen, the mark, the Four Tigers of the Pacific: all these signal the eclipse of a world dominated by two superpowers. But none of the emerging powers appears ready or inclined to succeed the United States and the Soviet Union as world leaders. The unformed lines of power and interest in the world today present the United States with great opportunities. America's power is still considerable and can be effective if exercised wisely. The Bush administration in Washington can take a decisive role in shaping a new world order but first it must realistically assess America's global interests. In this new volume from the American Assembly the experts address the choices facing America's policymakers as the world moves into a new era.