Spring 2025 POSI 2320 Test 4 and Final Exam Review

A set of flashcards covering key concepts related to American Foreign Policy as discussed in POSI 2320.

War Powers Resolution of 1973

An attempt to require the president to share more foreign policy duties with Congress.

Role of the Senate in Foreign Policy

Senate confirms or rejects treaties and oversees foreign policy committees.

Commander in Chief

The president's role as the head of the armed forces, responsible for military decisions.

Presidential Power Growth Post-WWII

The expansion of presidential authority in foreign policy matters since World War II.

Judicial Involvement in Foreign Policy

The limited and infrequent involvement of courts in foreign policy, with some decisions influencing indirectly.

Public Opinion's Role in Foreign Policy

The tendency of Americans to engage with foreign policy mainly when there is a significant crisis.

Declaring War

A formal congressional action that allows the United States to engage in armed conflict.

Treaty Negotiation and Signing

The president's power to negotiate and finalize treaties with foreign nations.

Foreign Policy Agenda

The set of priorities and goals that the president establishes regarding international relations.

Congressional Authority in Military Funding

Congress's role in allocating funds for military and intelligence agencies related to foreign policy.