Brown (political science, Southern Methodist U.) has written this volume on the need for a change in US policy on foreign intervention, noting that the current strategy of imperialistic policies combined with protection of US interests abroad should be remedied with an "emergent international polyarchy." Undermining the notion that "what is good for the United States is good for the world," the author explains how arrogant policies often ignore cultural and religious diversity and sacrifice them for the environment, peace and security and democracy. This book, written for anyone interested in US foreign policy, offers a clear strategy for a "new realism" that addresses the reduction of force in global politics, alleviation of poverty and disease and building public support. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)