P/B/220. Is it true to say that many U.S. multinational enterprises (MNEs) are more economically and politically powerful than some nation states? Does this scenario best explain America's rise to globalism and the real power behind the White House today?

The following report aims to highlight the increasing growth and power of multinationals over nation states, showing the economic power they possess. It then goes on to show how corporate power can influence the U.S. government on issues such as domestic and foreign policy, using the Carlyle Corporation as a case study. The paper concludes by questioning the role of the Nation State in global economics and politics.