What is the role of the United Nations and how would realism and liberalism view its role in the world? Is the United Nations an important institution? Why or why not?
You must answer both of the following essay questions. Responses to EACH question should be between 1.5-2 pgs in length. Additionally, you must use proper citations both throughout your essay and in the bibliography. Each question is worth 50 pts.

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The international system is defined as anarchic, where no state has authority over another. However, international organizations like the United Nations have continued to play a prominent role in world affairs. What is the role of the United Nations and how would realism and liberalism view its role in the world? Is the United Nations an important institution? Why or why not?

 
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