According to the first image of international relations, the locus of the important causes of war is found in the nature and behavior of man. Wars result from selfishness, from misdirected aggressive impulses, from stupidity.

Each man does seek his own interest, but, unfortunately, not according to the dictates of reason.

The implication of game theory, which is also the implication of the third image, is, however, that the freedom of choice of any one state is limited by the actions of the others.

No system of balance functions automatically.

The most important causes of political arrangements and acts are found in the nature and behavior of man.

It is not true that were the Soviet Union to disappear the remaining states could easily live in peace.

The transitory interests of royal houses may be advanced in war; the real interests of all people are furthered by the peace.