The Importance of U.S. Global Focus and Avoiding Isolationism

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Historian Andrew Roberts discusses the importance of the United States maintaining a global focus and avoiding isolationism in the face of threats from 'axis of evil states'.

Key Points

  • The U.S. should continue to be a global superpower
  • Isolationism could be dangerous for the U.S. and the world
  • Success in conflicts like Ukraine has shown impressive returns on investment

Pros

  • Maintaining a global focus can stymie cooperation and ambition of 'axis of evil states'
  • Historical success of U.S. foreign conflict involvement
  • Protecting allies and maintaining a strong defense budget

Cons

  • Fear of another 'forever war'
  • Opposition to continued funding of Ukraine without a clear plan
  • Concern about potential Russian regime change