In "American Grand Strategy in a World at Risk" what are the four approaches to U.S. foreign policy making outlined by Walter Mead? Describe using real world examples two of the approaches as they are applied today under the Obama administration. What is Mead's main thesis? What evidence does he provide?
a. The four approaches to U.S. foreign policy making outlined by Walter Mead in "American Grand Strategy in a World at Risk" are the Hamiltonian, Jeffersonian, Jacksonian, and Wilsonian approaches.

b. Under the Obama administration, the Wilsonian approach can be seen in the promotion of democracy and human rights in foreign policy, such as the support for the Arab Spring movements in the Middle East. This approach prioritizes international cooperation and multilateralism.

c. Another approach evident under the Obama administration is the Jacksonian approach, which emphasizes a strong military and a focus on national security and sovereignty. This is demonstrated through the increased use of drone strikes and special operations in counterterrorism efforts, as well as the continued military presence in regions of strategic importance.

d. Mead's main thesis is that U.S. foreign policy is shaped by a combination of these four approaches, each representing different historical and cultural strands of America's political tradition. He provides evidence through historical analysis and examples of how each approach has influenced U.S. foreign policy decisions and actions in various regions of the world.