The Captive Superpower

How Lobbying Subverted America's Foreign Policy

Hichem Karoui

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English

Global East-West Ltd
07 October 2025

Media studies; Political structure & processes; International relations; Pressure groups & lobbying

Series: History for All

Who really controls American foreign policy? Beyond the official rhetoric, this book delves into a complex network where money, the media and lobbyists dictate geopolitical agendas.

Through incisive analysis, the author reveals how powerful financial and political lobbies shape Washington's decisions, particularly in the context of US-Israeli relations. The book dissects the mechanisms by which media narratives are controlled to serve particular interests, thereby manipulating global public opinion and silencing any dissenting voices.

By examining the influence of electoral contributions, editorial bias and strategic alliances, this investigation reveals a gradual erosion of American credibility, which is increasingly perceived as hypocritical on the international stage. It is a revealing journey behind the scenes of power, showing an America where unpopular wars now seem to serve primarily the interests of big business. An essential book for understanding the real drivers of contemporary international relations.

By: Hichem Karoui
Imprint: Global East-West Ltd
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 254g
ISBN: 9798232494889
Series: History for All
Pages: 214
Publication Date: 07 October 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Writer /Journalist/ Senior Researcher Published over 30 books and counting, (translations not included). Authored co-authored, edited, and published hundreds of daily/ weekly/ monthly briefings, reports and analyses, peer-reviewed articles, monographs, and books, about MENA region and international politics. Participated in many international conferences, either on the panel, as a member of the organizing team, or as a journalist. Has been involved with the media since his early career, thus serving in different posts: reporter, investigation journalist, copy editor, cultural journalism, political journalism, editorialist, and Executive Editor. Translated several books/documents. Also reviewed translations for publishers. Member of several academic boards. Veteran columnist and commentator for the media. Ranking in the top 10%of Authors by all-time downloads on Social Science Research Network.