[rlmorel]

"...Allison's argument is that too many wars, starting with the conflict between Athens and Sparta described by the ancient historian Thucydides, have been the result of an established power (like America today) trying to resist a rising power like China. The status quo power is cast as the aggressor. So, it is better to accommodate the challenger to keep the peace. This will take "huge, painful adjustments in attitudes and actions" writes Allison..."

This is a fallacy. I watched this last night, and Victor Davis Hanson describes this very well...and I agree with him:

LINK: Victor Davis Hanson: China’s ‘Thucydides Trap’ Theory Doesn’t Hold Up

[JayGalt]

Excellent episode. Masterful analysis.
Thank you for posting.