A states potential power is based on the size of its population and th — John Mearsheimer

"The most dangerous states in the international system are continental powers with large armies."

"Bandwagoning is a strategy for the weak."

"The German air offensives against British cities in World Wars I and II not only failed to coerce the United Kingdom to surrender, but Germany also lost both wars."

"...If China continues to rise, you better be very careful, because that will drive the United States stark raving crazy...."

"The cycle of violence will continue far into the new millennium. Hopes for peace will probably not be realized, because the great that shape the international system fear each other and compete for power as a result. Indeed, their ultimate aim is to gain a position of dominant power over others, because having dominant power is the best means to ensure ones own survival."

"The sad fact is that international politics has always been a ruthless and dangerous business, and it is likely to remain that way."