In this groundbreaking work, a leading scholar offers a radical critique of the United States’ transformation into a total-war state during the Cold War era. By examining the intersection of race, militarism, and cultural changes, the author sheds light on the complex relationships between domestic and international democratization efforts. The book delves into the ways in which US military tactics and strategies influenced democratization projects, both locally and globally, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. Through a nuanced analysis, the author reveals the blurring of lines between ‘enemies’ abroad and ‘unruly’ populations at home, highlighting the darker aspects of US military intervention. This thought-provoking work challenges readers to reconsider the legacy of the Cold War and its ongoing impact on global politics.

Explore the complex and often fraught relationship between the United States and its military during the Cold War era. This thought-provoking book delves into the ways in which U.S. militarism was used to suppress dissent both domestically and internationally, with a particular focus on the racial dynamics and cultural impacts of military strategies in Cold War Asia and the Pacific. Through a nuanced analysis of literary and visual works by renowned authors such as James Baldwin, Ralph Ellison, and W.E.B. Du Bois, this book challenges readers to question the true nature of U.S. foreign policy and its effects on marginalized communities. With its insightful critique of the post-World War II era, this book offers a radical reexamination of the United States’ transformation into a total-war state. By examining the intersections of antifascist critique, counterintelligence, and racial politics, this book sheds new light on a pivotal moment in American history.