Lessons from Russia

Lee Marsden presents one of the most original and comprehensive analyses of US democracy promotion in Russia and argues that in order to understand the failings of democracy assistance in Russia, it is necessary to understand the inter-relation of macro- and micro-level policy. The book introduces two new models of foreign policy analysis which increase understanding of both the formulation and implementation of foreign policy. Furthermore, it demonstrates how the promotion of democracy in Russia was substantially flawed due to implementation and the US foreign policy process.'Lee Marsden has here produced very important contributions not only to the historiography of the Clinton Administration but also to the literature on American democracy promotion. His research is conscientious and original; his conclusions are convincing. Anyone interested in the current priorities of US foreign policy would do well to ponder Marsden's Lessons from Russia. His book is very highly recommended.' Professor John Dumbrell, University of Leicester, UK 'An invaluable contribution to our understanding of the roots of US foreign policy and prospects for its successful implementation in the post-Cold War era. Based on meticulous research into Clinton's problematic endeavour to promote democracy in Russia, this book has major implications for our understanding of subsequent attempts to secure regime change in contemporary dictatorships.' Professor Paul Lewis, Open University, UK