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The Concept of Idealism in the International Relations
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Idealism is a concept that is often applied to ideas, practices, or objectives considered unrealistic.
However, idealism works are employed in the international relation spectrum. The need to
eradicate nuclear weapons has often been termed idealistic; however, many countries have
suspended the use of nuclear weapons through secret diplomacy. Also, poverty and injustice
eradication through international organizations like the African Union and European Union
seems idealistic. Notably, pessimistic readings influence the consideration of specific ideas or
practices idealist.
Idealism in international relations can be used as a disposition of world affairs. For instance, the
absence of central governments may lead to anarchy. Through idealism, the world gives hope to
countries to gain peace and stability, consequently creating a harmonious and cosmopolitan
world. However, idealism has also faced opposition mainly with the outcome of World Wars.
The concept emphasized the need for unity and interdependence through the League of Nations
but failed.
Good international relations depend on the need to overcome sinister forces and prejudice that
threaten peaceful coexistence; thus, idealists emphasize making education accessible to everyone
and democracy to empower global public opinion that no nations can resist. Idealists perceive
war as a threat to international relations. Arms manufacturers and large businesses usually face
problems with other countries. However, idealists through the United Nations help restore peace
and, thus, businesses' continuity. Besides, idealists believe that instead of countries resorting to
wars, it is possible to galvanize and organize world public opinion to remove crude power from
international relations and replace it with reasons and logic.
In sum, idealists stress the importance of natural harmony between people despite the conflicts
between their states or governments. Many world leaders today are driven by the need to
contribute to the well-being of humanity and peace.
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The concept of idealism advocates eliminating hunger, war, violence, suppression, and inequality
from international relations. As evident, idealism aims to remove evils before humankind for
peace and harmony to prevail. Importantly, idealism notes the possibility of having an evil free
world by embracing reason, education, and science as the key drivers and not war.
Notably, the strength of the idealist approach comes from the need to have a progressive society.
American policies employed the liberal idealism in the 19th century, which saw the United
States' long resistance to participate in the World War. For instance, President Woodrow Wilson
advocated for idealism during 1919-1939. To make the world an ideal place requires an approach
that fronts morality as an ideal strategy for having a secure world. A nation that follows moral
values paves the way for developments and good international relations. Besides, moral values
help to eliminate inequality, violence, and despotism. Idealists believe that politics should mould
good governance and instill the spirit of possibility in the people, provide respect and good life
for human beings locally and internationally.
Furthermore, idealism explains how bad behavior can be removed through environmental
reforms. The importance of civilization and improved human warfare explains the concept of
idealism that identifies human nature as the proponent of good deeds in international relations.
Leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Woodrow Wilson supported idealism and opposed
international relations with the scramble for power. However, they insisted on the use of
education and reason to eliminate war and other societal evils. Idealism has led many
international organizations that promote peace, justice and help eradicate poverty, like the United
Nations, the International Court of Justice, and the African Union.
To conclude, idealism is the basis of international relations. The concept helps to reduce social
evils through reasoning and education. For continued peace, the fight against poverty and
stability requires idealism.