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"The Foreign Relations of Subnational Governments" published on by Oxford University Press.

An examination of how US states and governors connect to American foreign relations, this book argues that these subnational actors should be analyzed in international relations scholarship. Samuel Lucas McMillan is an assistant professor of Political Science at Lander University. His research has appeared in the journals Foreign Policy Analysis and International Interactions. A former Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar to England, he serves as president of the South Carolina Political Science Association.

Offering conclusions for improving intergovernmental relations, determining international economic development strategies, and showing how many subnational governments are involved in world politics, this book examines how US states and governors connect to American foreign relations, tracing activities that began in the 1950s and have expanded with globalization. Chapters explain governors' foreign relations activities in political, economic, and defense contexts and how US states compete in the global economy. The book analyzes US states' ability to attract foreign investment and promote exports, making use of statistical analysis and personal interviews with state officials in the United States and posted abroad.

This essay explains how the globalisation of Spartanburg, South Carolina was enabled by an entrepreneurial chamber of commerce executive who made connections with state political leaders. Utilising archival research, interviews with some players, and scholarship from several fields, this essay shows how Richard Tukey, Spartanburg chamber executive from 1951-1979, used his political skills and interpersonal relationships to benefit Spartanburg. Although never holdingpublic office, Tukey guided South Carolina's political elite, particularly Governors Robert McNair and John West, in preparing South Carolina fo r the global economy. Tukey's partnership with West extended his influence such that his methods shaped the state's economic development strategies fo r decades, and his role at Spartanburg's chamber ensured that it remains a key agent in globalisation today. This story is one of outsiders becoming members of the local elite and, because of the deference to elites in traditionalist political culture, forging personal relationships that shaped the future.

This paper examines the use of short writing assignments in undergraduate international relations courses. It gives instructors ideas about thinking beyond traditional research papers and instead focuses on shorter assignments that demand critical thinking skills. The ability to write concisely is useful for students with future careers in government, business, nonprofits, journalism, electoral politics, or academia. By requiring application of theoretical frameworks (perhaps as policy recommendations in a memo), students can see how policymakers employ international relations theories, thereby simulating the work inside the National Security Council or US State Department. This highlights the connections between theory and policy. Short papers can also better showcase role playing and connect with active learning techniques. Research papers of 10 pages or more may not be as useful as shorter assignments that focus students' attention on analyzing an issue, presenting a case study, or writing a policy brief. Adapted from the source document.

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