Why Not Victory

Why Not Victory: A Fresh Look At American Foreign Policy is a book written by Barry M. Goldwater, an American politician and conservative activist. This edition is a large print version of the book. In this book, Goldwater argues that the United States should adopt a more assertive foreign policy and pursue victory in its conflicts, rather than seeking to avoid conflict or compromise.Goldwater critiques the foreign policy of the United States during the Cold War, arguing that it was too focused on avoiding conflict and accommodating the Soviet Union. He also criticizes the policies of the Johnson administration during the Vietnam War, arguing that they were ineffective and misguided.Instead, Goldwater advocates for a more aggressive and confident approach to foreign policy, one that prioritizes American interests and values. He argues that the United States should be willing to use military force when necessary to defend its interests and promote democracy and freedom around the world.Throughout the book, Goldwater draws on his own experiences as a military veteran and politician to support his arguments. He also provides historical examples of successful American military interventions, such as the Korean War and the Gulf War.Overall, Why Not Victory: A Fresh Look At American Foreign Policy is a provocative and thought-provoking book that challenges conventional wisdom about American foreign policy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the debates and controversies that have shaped US foreign policy over the past several decades.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.