53522. THE HOROWITZ THESIS AND AMERICAN DIPLOMACY IN THE MIDEAST. David Horotwitz's concept of America as an imperial power in world politics, as expounded in Empire and Revolution, is seen in relation to the Arab-Israeli conflict. The rise of Israel and difficulties and strained relations leading to the embargo on oil exports from Arab nations are seen as supporting the Horowitz thesis of American economic self-interest. 20p., 18f., 9b.