The Case for American Power

A provocative case for American power for a better world by Washington Post columnist Shadi Hamid.
A clear-eyed assessment of the current global situation. Highly recommended. Francis Fukuyama, author of Liberalism and Its Discontents

A provocative case for why a better world is only possible with American power by Washington Post columnist and author of Islamic Exceptionalism Shadi Hamid.

From acclaimed author Shadi Hamid comes an urgent and deeply personal argument for why American dominance, despite its many flaws, remains the worlds best hope. Hamid traces his journey from opposing Americas role in the world to reluctantly embracing itwhile grappling with how recent events, from Russias invasion of Ukraine to Israels devastating war in Gaza, have challenged his convictions.

Drawing on his unique perspective as both an American and a Muslim who came of age in the shadow of