Title: American think-tanks and their role in US foreign policy
First published: 1996
Description: Although think-tanks are often regarded as scientific and non-partisan organizations committed to improving governmental decision-making, they have clearly demonstrated in recent years that they have other goals in mind. No longer content observing domestic and foreign affairs from the comfort of their book-lined offices, think-tanks, not unlike interest groups and lobbyists, have made a concerted effort to become an integral part of the policy-making process.

This study examines the growing involvement of think-tanks in American politics and explores the many governmental and non-governmental channels they rely on to exercise influence.
Subjects: Foreign relations, Research institutes, History, United states, foreign relations, Problem solving
Places: United States
Time periods: 20th century
LC classification: E744 .A19 1996