PLCR 522 - American Defense Policy

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

PLCR - Center Soc & Pub Policy

Description:

American defense policy is undergoing a transformation now that the Cold War has ended. The end of Soviet communism has led to a reevaluation of the threats, which confront the United States and policies, and strategies, which are necessary to meet those threats. Implementing changes in America's defense policy will not be an easy or painless task. There are many entrenched interests within the military and in American society who will resist changes in policy, strategy, and budgets. The policy choices, which are made in these years, will shape American defense policy for decades to come. This course investigates the formulation of American defense policy. Students become acquainted with the major institutions and their responsibilities, the different policy areas and some of the current debates over defense policy. Little time is devoted to examining actual operations by the American military.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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