Sarah B. Snyder Books

The emergence of a network of human rights activists after 1975 significantly transformed East-West diplomacy. This book delves into the strategies and impact of these activists, highlighting their role in shaping international relations and promoting human rights on a global scale. Through detailed analysis, it uncovers the connections between grassroots movements and diplomatic changes, illustrating how advocacy efforts influenced political landscapes across borders.

Sarah B. Snyder shows how transnational connections and social movements spurred American activism that enshrined human rights in U.S. foreign policy making for years to come. From Selma to Moscow reshapes our understanding of the role of human rights activism in transforming U.S. foreign policy in the 1960s and 1970s.