The next section explains the various epistemological, methodological, and ontological positions that realists hold. The chapter begins with a brief overview of the development of realist theory from Thucydides, who was an Athenian military official, to the present day. Some realists explain this in terms of human nature while others emphasize the anarchical structure of international politics. Ontologically, realism depicts a hostile world of power-seeking states. They stress the importance of power, especially military power, and the need to ensure the survival and security of the state. Military and foreign policy officials adhere to the apparent timeless insights of realism. Realism is generally seen as one of the most influential theories of international politics.
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