Derek Smith recently published a book, Deterring America: Rogue States and the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction. In the book, Derek explores the vicious cycle created by the twin fears of American encroachment and vulnerability, challenging traditional notions of deterrence. Using Iraq and North Korea as case studies, he argues that the United States needs to re-evaluate its foreign policy strategies against WMD proliferation, giving renewed attention to defensive measures, negotiated disarmament, interdiction, and perhaps pre-emption.
Derek Smith received an MPhil (2002) and DPhil (2004) in International Relations from New College and Somerville College respectively. He recently graduated from Yale Law School and will be serving as a judicial clerk for Judge Randolph on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.
