In an Era in Which an American President Has Talked

question 79

Essay

In an era in which an American president has talked of establishing a foreign policy that keeps "America First," the question of whether to engage in national security affairs worldwide seems relevant again.Based on your understanding of the goals of American foreign policy, should the United States avoid such engagement altogether, or at least rethink its strategies and priorities? Explain your answer.

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