What does Pariotti mean by the myth of sovereignty?  Is her argument reasonable and well-supported?  How so? How does it relate to this week’s video?

Instructions: Your initial post should be at least 350 words.

This week’s readings will lay the foundation for the entire course.  While the textbook reading is crucial, don’t ignore the Krasner article.  It is one of the classic articles in the area of international regimes.

Readings:

Silverburg, Sanford(ed).  International law: contemporary issues and future developments. Part 1  and chapter six.

This reading will lay the foundation for the study of international law.

CFR Interactive: Leaders Facing Justice

This interactive exercise will lay the foundation for the study of international justice.

Timeline of International Law

http://blog.oup.com/2015/09/history-international-law-timeline/

Video:  In Pursuit of Torturers – Legally Speaking

This video along with the interactive exercise will lay the foundation for the study of international justice.