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Roberts, Paul Craig – Perspectives on Political Science, 1990
Analyzes Reagan's foreign economic policy, and presents reasons for the misinformation surrounding Reaganomics. Outlines the Reagan administration's economic goals, including a discussion of the U.S. trade deficit and attempts to remedy it. Addresses criticisms launched against Reagan's economic policy, and provides cross-country data on budget…
Descriptors: Capitalism, Economic Development, Economics, Federal Government

Goldberg, Joseph E. – Perspectives on Political Science, 1991
Criticizes an article which suggests that terrorism is defined by the onlooker's political persuasion. Insists that terrorism, while difficult to define, is easy to recognize whether or not the observer approves of the perpetrators. Urges that judgment not be clouded so that wrongs appear right. Argues that states must balance the security of the…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Ideology, International Crimes, International Organizations

Graebner, Norman A. – Perspectives on Political Science, 1990
Traces U.S.-USSR relations throughout Ronald Reagan's administration. Analyzes the shifts in Reagan's policies toward the Soviet Union. Examines the reasons why Reagan changed his views on the Soviet Union, and discusses the political Right's response to Reagan's changed position. (RW)
Descriptors: Federal Government, Foreign Countries, Foreign Policy, Government Role

Johnston, Whittle – Perspectives on Political Science, 1990
Examines the foreign policy of the Reagan administration. Discusses the critics of the Reagan doctrine, focusing on the criticisms launched against his weapons' policies. Analyzes the policy course of the Intermediate Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, outlining goals of the administration during the INF negotiations. Contends that Reagan's…
Descriptors: Federal Government, Foreign Policy, Government Role, Higher Education

Long, Kenneth J. – Perspectives on Political Science, 1990
Critiques conventional definitions of terrorism. Advocates sensitizing students to the semantics of terrorism and teaching skepticism of leaders who manipulate such concepts. Recommends using historical case studies to clarify issues, inform students about state and state-sponsored terrorism, and challenge students' preconceptions. Includes a…
Descriptors: College Instruction, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Definitions, Higher Education