To What Extent Did the United States and the Administrations

question 74

Essay

To what extent did the United States and the administrations of Reagan and Bush contribute to the collapse of the Soviet Union? To what extent was it product of internal changes in the Soviet Union itself, especially those sponsored by Mikhail Gorbachev?

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Definitions:

Robust Democracy

A system of government characterized by strong adherence to democratic principles, including free and fair elections, rule of law, and protection of civil liberties.

Democratic Process

The methods and procedures that allow citizens in a democracy to participate in decision-making, commonly through voting in elections.

Civil Disobedience

A form of protest where individuals refuse to obey certain laws, norms, or commands of a government or occupying power without resorting to physical violence, to bring about change.

Raises Awareness

The act of bringing a specific issue or cause to the attention of the public or a certain group to generate interest or support.