Social Science and National Security Policy: Deterrence, Coercion, and Modernization Theories [1 ed.] 9783030112516

This book examines how deterrence, coercion and modernization theory has informed U.S. policy, addressing why former Def

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Social Science and National Security Policy: Deterrence, Coercion, and Modernization Theories [1 ed.]
 9783030112516

Table of contents :
Front Matter ....Pages i-ix
Evolution of a Partnership: Social Science and National Security Policy (Janeen M. Klinger)....Pages 1-32
The Natural Sciences and Public Policy: Insights from the History and the Philosophy of Science (Janeen M. Klinger)....Pages 33-58
The Science of Strategy: Deterrence and Coercion Theory (Janeen M. Klinger)....Pages 59-112
A Scientific Approach to Development: Modernization Theory (Janeen M. Klinger)....Pages 113-174
Theory Meets Practice: The Case of the Vietnam War (Janeen M. Klinger)....Pages 175-228
Back Matter ....Pages 229-252

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