But Is It Good Enough? <i>Jus ad Vim</i> and the Danger of Perpetual War

Abstract In this essay, I reflect on the divergent arguments about limited force made by Daniel R. Brunstetter and Samuel Moyn in their respective monographs. Arguing that positions can be reconciled, agree with has a role to play establishing maintaining just world order. At same time, however, am mindful of Moyn's warning may lead perpetual war. The way ensure both works toward justice does not result war, argue, is focus more considerations jus ante bellum (right before war) post after war), so-called “growing edges war theory.” hold responsible use statecraft, which thinking seeks inform, accepts constitutes legitimate tool facilitate order, justice, peace. However, any justifiable must restrained aim for embrace should thus complemented an effort state leaders bolster order security environment requires less frequently.