#Latest news with #idealismWashington Post5 days agoGeneralWashington PostTrump's foreign policy is ‘realist' except when it isn'tThe divide between 'realists' and 'idealists' in foreign policy is simplistic but useful. Realists think the purpose of American foreign policy is to protect the country's physical security and wealth. Idealists think the United States should promote democracy and human rights abroad. There's huge overlap, of course, but the categories help separate those who see the world through the lens of national interest and those who see it through the lens of morals and values.
Washington Post5 days agoGeneralWashington PostTrump's foreign policy is ‘realist' except when it isn'tThe divide between 'realists' and 'idealists' in foreign policy is simplistic but useful. Realists think the purpose of American foreign policy is to protect the country's physical security and wealth. Idealists think the United States should promote democracy and human rights abroad. There's huge overlap, of course, but the categories help separate those who see the world through the lens of national interest and those who see it through the lens of morals and values.
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