Given recent developments in the international system, most realists now say that
A) International politics is now essentially the same as domestic politics.
B) International politics is shifting to an acceptance of cooperation and free markets.
C) International politics is now driven primarily by internal state disputes.
D) International politics is still about the distribution of power.

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Realists believe that international politics is still about the distribution of power. This is reflected in recent developments such as the rise of China and the resurgence of Russia, which have challenged the United States' position as the dominant global power. Realists argue that states will continue to pursue their self-interest and act to maintain or increase their power in the international system, leading to competition and conflict.

Given Recent Developments in the International System, Most Realists Now