Political scientist John Mueller assessed the risks taken by presidents in developing and implementing foreign policy initiatives. Which of the following represents Mueller's argument?

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Mueller argues that the advantage to a president of a success in minor foreign policy ventures is marginal; the disadvantage to a president of a failure in such a venture is more than marginal. This suggests that presidents take considerable risks in developing and implementing foreign policy initiatives. Choice A is incorrect as it only focuses on the perception of the American public, whereas Mueller's argument is broader. Choice C is incorrect as it presents a generalization that is not always true. Choice D is incorrect as it is too general and does not capture the specific risks identified by Mueller. Choice E is also incorrect as it presents a simplistic and dichotomous view of foreign policy outcomes.

Political Scientist John Mueller Assessed the Risks Taken by Presidents