Reasons to Kill

In "Reasons to Kill," noted scholar Richard E. Rubenstein delves into the paradox of American involvement in wars despite a national ethos of peace and reluctance toward foreign entanglements. From the American Revolution to the present, he examines how U.S. leaders, often elected on promises of peace, have led the nation into prolonged conflicts, questioning why ordinary citizens often support these decisions. With a keen historical perspective, Rubenstein explores the rhetoric surrounding war and the social and cultural factors that compel Americans to embrace militaristic policies.