Which legal and ethical norms did Morgenthau emphasize in his work?
Those that control power and national interest
Communist ideology
Democratic ideals
Free market principles
Answer
National interest and power politics are the foundations of Hans Morgenthau's conception of international relations. He believed that nations are the main actors in the global arena and that their actions are guided by self-interest and the pursuit of power. According to Morgenthau, the only way to achieve order and stability in such a system is through a balance of power.
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