In this 40-minute presentation, Professor Stephen P. Rosen examines whether the United States can and should use its military predominance to regulate interstate relations and to create minimally acceptable domestic governments within the borders of other countries. The program also looks at the alternatives to this new role for the United States.

 
  Is the U.S. a new American empire? 3:36
Is the U.S. acting like an imperial power? 7:22
When are imperial actions justified? 5:13
What are the alternatives to empire? 7:44
Will U.S. interventionist policies affect educational institutions? 4:52
Audience Question & Answer 10:06

Professor Rosen is the Beton Michael Kaneb Professor of National Security and Military Affairs and Director of the Olin Institute for Strategic Studies.