The idea of Thomas Friedman's "golden straitjacket" is that globalization will
A) reduce all political decisions to economic ones.
B) limit an individual citizen's faith in traditional government.
C) bind states to international agreements that reduce violent conflict.
D) exacerbate competition among states for natural resources.

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Friedman's "golden straitjacket" concept suggests that countries must adhere to certain economic policies to be successful in the global market. These policies include reducing government spending, privatizing industries, and opening up to foreign investment. By doing so, countries are bound to international agreements and reduced economic barriers, which leads to more cooperation and less violent conflict. Thus, choice C is the best option.

The Idea of Thomas Friedman's "Golden Straitjacket" Is That Globalization