The United States and the New Europe

This course explores the economic and political relationship between the United States and Europe, beginning with the first attempts at European integration after world War II and including the current controversies over the war in Iraq. We will study the history and evolution of this relationship while also addressing intergovernmental dynamics within the European Union. We will analyze recent developments in the EU such as the enlargement from 15 to 27 member states, the drafting of a constitution, and policy differences over Iraq, and examine their implications for European integration and for U.S.-European relations. 3 hrs. lect./disc.