Rational Theory of International Politics Quotes

“What is the impact of the international system on states' behavior? More specifically, does the combination of international anarchy and states' military requirements consistently favor competitive policies? Or instead, can a state's concern about its military capabilities sometimes make cooperation its best option?”
― Charles L. Glaser, Rational Theory of International Politics: The Logic of Competition and Cooperation

“The theory developed in this book is a rationalist, strategic choice theory. It takes the perspective of a state that faces an international environment that presents constraints and opportunities.”
― Charles L. Glaser, Rational Theory of International Politics: The Logic of Competition and Cooperation