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The Power Politics Game:

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  • David A. Reilly

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The behavior of states in the international system, according to theories of power politics, is centered on survival. Individuals become citizens, relinquishing their right to self-govern, to improve their security. Their primary demand of the state, in return, is that it function to protect its citizens. The state, therefore, must develop strategies to ensure its survival. This has led historically to a concern about the power of a state relative to others. Given that the international system lacks a centralized authority capable of dictating and enforcing laws, each state must engage in self-help strategies. This simulation enables participants to experience power politics as they unfold and to serve as leaders attempting to ensure the survival of their state. They will develop foreign policies intended to improve their security and bargain for foreign assistance. The game is most effective as a learning tool when followed by a debriefing session that introduces the theories behind many of the activities they engaged in. The simulation and debriefing can be conducted in 1.5 to 2 hours.

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  • David A. Reilly, 2003. "The Power Politics Game:," Simulation & Gaming, , vol. 34(2), pages 298-305, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:simgam:v:34:y:2003:i:2:p:298-305
    DOI: 10.1177/1046878103034002009
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