International Law in World Politics: An Introduction, 4th edition

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“This is the premier textbook on the politics of 
international law … an indispensable teaching tool.”
—Ian Hurd, Northwestern University

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► Introduces the actors, structures, processes, and issues of international law in the arena of world politics today.

Counterintelligence at Its Core: Assessing and Preventing Foreign Espionage

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Counterintelligence at Its Core: Assessing and Preventing Foreign Espionage by Kevin P. Riehle

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 Focus on US Politics . . .
The Transformation of the Republican PartyLatino Political Power, 2nd editionElectoral Reform in the United States: Proposals for Combating Polarization and ExtremismQuestions of Character: The Presidency of Donald J. TrumpChasing Equality: Women’s Rights and US Public Policy
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