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The book delves into the significant trend of U.S. presidents bypassing Congress for war declarations since Pearl Harbor, analyzing the decisions made by leaders from Truman to Obama. It examines various conflicts, including Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq, to uncover the reasons behind this shift in presidential power regarding military engagement. Written by Marvin Kalb, a seasoned journalist, the work provides insight into the interplay between the presidency and U.S. foreign policy, highlighting the implications of such actions on democracy and governance.
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The Road to War, Marvin Kalb
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- 2013
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- Title
- The Road to War
- Subtitle
- Presidential Commitments Honored and Betrayed
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Marvin Kalb
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
- Publisher
- 2013
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 287
- ISBN13
- 9780815724933
- Category
- Maps and Travel, World history, Military
- Description
- The book delves into the significant trend of U.S. presidents bypassing Congress for war declarations since Pearl Harbor, analyzing the decisions made by leaders from Truman to Obama. It examines various conflicts, including Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq, to uncover the reasons behind this shift in presidential power regarding military engagement. Written by Marvin Kalb, a seasoned journalist, the work provides insight into the interplay between the presidency and U.S. foreign policy, highlighting the implications of such actions on democracy and governance.