Mullahs, Guards, and Bonyads : : an exploration of Iranian leadership dynamics / / David E. Thaler ... [et al.].

The U.S. ability to ""read"" the Iranian regime and formulate appropriate policies has been weakened by lack of access to the country and by the opacity of decision making in Tehran. To improve understanding of Iran's political system, the authors describe Iranian strategic...

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Year of Publication:2010
Edition:1st ed.
Language:English
Physical Description:1 online resource (169 p.)
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Summary:The U.S. ability to ""read"" the Iranian regime and formulate appropriate policies has been weakened by lack of access to the country and by the opacity of decision making in Tehran. To improve understanding of Iran's political system, the authors describe Iranian strategic culture; investigate Iran's informal networks, formal government institutions, and personalities; assess the impact of elite behavior on Iranian policy; and summarize key trends.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (p. 127-144).
ISBN:0833049305
Hierarchical level:Monograph
Statement of Responsibility: David E. Thaler ... [et al.].