A Critical Juncture: American Foreign Policy and Asymmetric Warfare; Strategic Insights, v. 8, issue 2 (April 2009) (original) (raw)

This article examines the impact of the Bush Doctrine, characterized by unilateralism, preemption, and military hegemony, on asymmetric warfare and terrorism since the end of the Cold War. It raises critical questions about whether these policies have intensified asymmetric warfare and explores the implications of increased defense spending and military presence under the Bush administration. The analysis highlights contrasting views on the effectiveness and global perception of U.S. foreign policy during this period.