United Nations
An intergovernmental organization for peace, security, and cooperation founded after WWII.
Interpretations
- Institutionalist: Legitimacy and coordination for global challenges.
- Skeptic: Limited by member vetoes and power politics.
- Reformist: Needs updates to reflect today’s realities.
Examples
A simple, concrete illustration to make it click.
- Everyday: Using a neutral mediator to resolve a school or workplace dispute mirrors using an international forum.
- Policy: A Security Council–authorized peacekeeping mission or sanctions regime to manage a conflict.