Sandstorm: American Blindness in the Middle East - Hardcover

Hadar, Leon

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9781403967244: Sandstorm: American Blindness in the Middle East

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ISBN 10: 1403967245 ISBN 13: 9781403967244

Publisher: St Martin's Press, 2005

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Hadar provides a sweeping re-examination of the conceptual bases of American policy and calls for strategy of 'constructive disengagement' from the region, a policy of benign neglect as a way of promoting the interests of the United States as well as those of the people of the Middle East. Continued American presence and involvement in the Middle East has tremendous political and economic costs that outweigh the benefits. There is a need for regional states to take increased responsibility for security, economic growth, and political stability. The European Union should also play a greater role due to its geographical proximity, economic ties and demographic links to the region. The time has come for a serious debate on the future involvement of the United States in the Middle East.

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Review:

'Leon Hadar bravely predicted many of the consequences that would flow from U.S. involvement in the first Gulf War and was almost alone is doing so. Now he has written another bold book on Middle East issues. He should be read, in part because so few others are willing to explore the issues he tackles.' - Charles William Maynes, President of the Eurasia Foundation

'...the author displays keen insights into the political and economic imperatives that motivate people who 'don't think like us.' By melding analytic rigor with journalistic punch, Hadar has produced a significant work, accessible to both area specialists and lay readers.' - Publishers Weekly

About the Author:

LEON HADAR is Research Fellow in Foreign Policy Studies at the Cato Institute, USA.

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