Deterrence theory is a key concept in criminology that suggests individuals are less likely to engage in criminal behavior if they perceive the risks and consequences of being caught outweigh the ...

Nuclear and conventional deterrence are in fact quite different in terms of theory, practice, and impact ... John Mueller, Retreat from Doomsday (New York: Basic Books, 1989). 14. Ted Hopf, “Polarity, ...

Citations: Wiseman, Alan. 2006. A Theory of Partisan Support and Entry Deterrence in Electoral Competition. Journal of Theoretical Politics. (2)123-158.

Russia’s recent aggression against Ukraine has disrupted nearly a generation of relative peace and stability between Moscow and its Western neighbors and raised concerns about its larger intentions.