Chalmers Johnson

Scholar and author of 'Blowback'

Chalmers Johnson - Scholar and author of 'Blowback'
Born

August 6th, 1931
93 years ago

Died

November 20th, 2010
14 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An American scholar and author contributed to the fields of political science and international relations. Focused on critique of U.S. foreign policy and military expansion, particularly through the lens of the consequences borne by covert operations. Concept of 'blowback', as articulated in the book of the same name, addressed unforeseen repercussions of American actions abroad. Made notable contributions to discussions regarding the implications of globalization and empire.

Authored 'Blowback: The Costs and Consequences of American Empire'

Critiqued U.S. foreign policy and military practices

Co-founded the Japan Policy Research Institute

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