Produce an in-depth analysis of Columbia, examining current major political issues and discussing the short-term outlook for the countrys politics.  Your analysis should: a) present an overview of your countrys political system (including any relevant information about major institutions or party systems), b) discuss any major political debates or issues likely to shape your countrys […]

Topic: Last week, we were introduced to the theoretical approach of constructivism, and we saw how constructivism makes arguments about the potential for transformative change in the international system–such as the peaceful end of the Cold War.  This week, we see counter-arguments about change from the perspective of structural realism and long cycle/power transition theory. Our […]