Progressive realism is an American foreign policy paradigm largely made popular by Robert Wright in 2006[1] which focuses on producing measurable results in pursuit of widely supported goals.[2] It supports stronger international institutions, free trade, and U.S. national interests.[2] Progressive realists' beliefs stand in stark contrast to those of neoconservatives. Unlike neoconservatives, progressive realists highlight the importance of strong participation in the United Nations and acquiescence to international law.[3] They assert that international security and economic interdependence enable international governance to advance national interests.[3][4] The policy emphasizes the need to convert "hard" power and "soft" power into "smart" power.[5]

References

  1. ^ Hynd, Steve (June 23, 2009). "Progressive Realism And Iran". Archived from the original on July 17, 2011. Retrieved January 10, 2010.
  2. ^ a b Greg Anrig (July 20, 2006). "Why democrats should pursue "progressive realism" at home". Archived from the original on July 5, 2009. Retrieved December 17, 2010.
  3. ^ a b Wright, Robert (December 31, 1969). "'Progressive realism': In search of a foreign policy - Editorials & Commentary - International Herald Tribune". The New York Times. Retrieved January 10, 2011.
  4. ^ Nye, Joseph (August 21, 2006). "Progressive Realism". Retrieved January 10, 2011.
  5. ^ Nye, Joseph (August 31, 2006). "Progressive realism in foreign policy". Retrieved January 13, 2011.


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