Progressive realism

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Progressive realism is a 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 national interests. [2] The UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, suggested that Progressive Realism will underpin his foreign policy in a speech to the Fabian Society. [3]

Progressive realists' beliefs stand in stark contrast to those of neoconservatives. Unlike neoconservatives, progressive realists assert that international security and economic interdependence enable international governance to advance national interests. [4] [5] They highlight the importance of strong participation in the United Nations and acquiescence to international law. [4] The policy emphasizes the need to convert "hard" power and "soft" power into "smart" power. [6]

References

  1. ↑ Hynd, Steve (June 23, 2009). "Progressive Realism And Iran". Archived from the original on July 17, 2011. Retrieved January 10, 2010.
  2. 1 2 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. ↑ Lammy, David (1 February 2024). "Progressive Realism". Fabian Society.
  4. 1 2 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.
  5. ↑ Nye, Joseph (August 21, 2006). "Progressive Realism" . Retrieved January 10, 2011.
  6. ↑ Nye, Joseph (August 31, 2006). "Progressive realism in foreign policy" . Retrieved January 13, 2011.


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