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This 4 page paper examines the concept of traditional realism and looks at how neo-realism has changed it. The two theories are compared and contrasted. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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that the subject has gained popularity in a "reconstructed form known as neo-realism or structural realism." Realism may be thought of as a general theory, but it is true that
there are differences between neo-realism and traditional realism. These differences are often subtle but definite differences are certainly apparent. In some way, one can say that each of the theories
are unique, but there is an undeniable relationship of one being built on the other. First, it is important to look at the definition of realism. Realism is just one
approach to the study and practice of international politics that emphasizes the role of the nation-state; it also makes universal assumptions that all states are motivated by their own national
interests or national interests disguised as moral considerations ("Political," 2004). One can see that such is obvious as states do act in their own best interests. Whenever the United States
becomes involved in peace-keeping missions, for example, it is usually because the nation in trouble has oil or some other valuable opportunity that the U.S. wants to protect. It is
either a strategic location that the country possesses, a natural resource, or power in terms of forming future alliances, that is the nations asset. Whatever the attribute a country possesses,
it is usually protected if it can benefit the power protecting it. This is a concept that is fundamental to human motivation as well. For instance, many people will help
their neighbors or family, but there is usually some reward, whether it is tangible or intangible. The good feeling one gets from helping may be an important reward for the
giver. Similarly, nations do act in their own interests and this is a fundamental point of traditional realism. Of course, at a very basic level, the national interest is
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