Being Quote by John Lewis Gaddis
“I don't think there is necessarily a contradiction between being a hegemonic power on the one hand and functioning multilaterally on the other.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cold War: A New History by John Lewis Gaddis, 2005
A nation can hold dominant power while still engaging cooperatively in global institutions.
In simple terms: Power and cooperation can coexist.
Balance influence with multilateralism.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diplomatic negotiations
- global governance
- trade agreements
- climate accords
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a hegemon build genuine trust?
- What safeguards ensure multilateral fairness?
Power may be perceived as coercive, limiting trust.