Global Puzzle: Issues and Actors in World Politics

This text goes beyond an emphasis on power relations to examine how non-state actors, such as terrorist groups, non-governmental organizations, and multinational corporations, have played key roles in international conflicts and cooperative efforts.

• Actors Speak boxes provide examples of opposing political views and encourage students to think critically about these issues.
• Material includes the international political economy, international law, human rights, gender issues, and religious groups.