Can anyone become like John Mearsheimer? Develop a powerful but honest Theory from anywhere?
Channel: International Relations & Politics
Date: 2022-04-29

The talk was recorded on the 13th of April 2022.

John Mearsheimer answers the question
Can anyone develop a leading theory and become an influential figure in the field of Political science and other similar disciplines?

John Mearsheimer is indeed a motivating figure. He tells the truth every chance he gets. In the video, John Mearsheimer discusses how anyone can develop a theory and see it travel globally. He addresses the issue of IR not being global enough. This is in the sense that other scholars, especially from Africa and Asia are underlooked in the development of theory. He argues that the world is not global enough. In spite of that argument, he insists that theories can still spread irrespective of where developed.

Regardless, John Mearsheimer is looked upon as a  role model. He has accomplished what to many is impossible. He rivals the like of Niccolo Machiavelli in developing a unique way of thinking. He is someone who is worthy of imitation . John Mearsheimer is a beloved teacher and a well-behaved celebrity. He stands strong amid adversary. He represents an inspirational ideal of realism.

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A role model is someone who inspires others to imitate his or her good behavior.
Definition of some key terms.
Realism
Realism is one of the dominant schools of thought in international relations theory, theoretically formalizing the Realpolitik statesmanship of early modern Europe.
Global Village
The phrase that the world has become a Global Village is often repeated by the layman, the media, and intellectuals on a very frequent basis. The underlying assumption often is pegged on the belief that human experience is common. Notably, John Mearsheimer points to the uniqueness of the human experience.
Globalization
Globalization today is basically assumed to be a creation of the west. The use of English as the dominant lingua franca has brought the world together. Theories are often taught and discussed in English. Listen to John Mearsheimer give a take on International Relations theory and the future of Great Power Politics in the Globalized World.

Balance of power, in international relations, is the posture and policy of a nation or group of nations protecting itself against another nation or group of nations by matching its power against the power of the other side.

Power refers to the Monopoly of Force.
"Power is defined as a possibility to influence others." The use of power has evolved over the centuries. Gaining prestige, honor, and reputation is one of the central motives for gaining power in human nature.
Power is an attribute of particular actors in their interactions, as well as a social process that constitutes the social identities and capacities of actors. International relations scholars use the term polarity to describe the distribution of power in the international system.

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