Political Consequences of Anti-Americanism

<p>Anti-Americanism as a concept is confused often used in a contradictory fashion and invariably driven by emotion rather than intellect. Nevertheless it casts a long policy shadow with adverse consequences (both real and potential) for actors including those who may not support the concept. </p><p>This book puts anti-Americanism into a contemporary context and analyses some of its political consequences. The argument of the book is that ideas matter: they shape actions and have policy consequences. With the case of anti-Americanism even superficial ideas can reflect deep seated emotions that might at first sight appear real. These can range from the rhetorical flourish and smart comment occasioned by a presidential gaucherie through to a deep embedded visceral hatred of all things American. The contributors to this volume discern the difference between these two ends of the anti-American spectrum and assess the varying degree of ‘political consequence’. Divided into three parts items addressed include:</p><ul> <li>Networks culture and foundations consisting of the role of influential foundations and think tanks in combating anti-Americanism and the link between the political establishment in Washington D.C. and the popular culture industry</li> <li>Security and Anti-Americanism</li> <li>Regional and country Studies including Canada Australia East Asia Latin America Greece and France. </li> </ul><p><em>The Political Consequences of Anti-Americanism</em> will be of interest to students and scholars of politics international relations security studies American politics and American foreign policy.</p>