American Ambassadors by Dennis C. Jett (Paperback Book)

Name: American Ambassadors by Dennis C. Jett (Paperback Book)
Brand: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

If you ever wondered who becomes an American ambassador and why, this is the book for you. It describes how Foreign Service officers become ambassadors by rising up through the ranks, and why they typically make up about 70 percent of the total number of ambassadors. It also covers where the other 30 percent come from\u0097the political appointees who get the job because they helped elect the president by supporting him as a campaign contributor, a political ally, or a personal friend. It explains why, despite being illegal and a threat to national security, selling the title of ambassador remains a common practice that is also unique to the United States. It considers why some suggestions for reform are misguided, what might be done, and why who the president is matters so much in determining\n\nAmerican Ambassadors\nA Guide for Aspiring Diplomats and Foreign Service Officers\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail t;