Campbell, Kurt M., 1957-

Difficult transitions foreign policy troubles at the outset of presidential power / [electronic resource] : Kurt M. Campbell, James B. Steinberg. - Washington, D.C. : Brookings Institution Press, c2008. - xiv, 204 p., [8] p. of plates : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 191-196) and index.

"Gives an overview of presidential transitions in foreign policy including case studies of prominent episodes. Pinpoints causes of fiascos--writing off previous administrations' policies and failing to appreciate differences between campaign promises and policy realities. Provides a road map to help new administrations steer clear of the land mines ahead"--Provided by publisher.


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Presidents--Transition periods.--United States


United States--Foreign relations.
United States--Foreign relations administration.
United States--Foreign relations--Case studies.
United States--Foreign relations administration--Case studies.


Electronic books.

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