The Return of the 'Good Neighbor': A Policy for Achieving U.S. Objectives in Latin America through the Nineties and Beyond?
Abstract
This thesis applies 'Good Neighbor' policy principles developed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to U.S. interests in Latin America today. Good Neighbor policy principles are identified and specific goals of the policy are analyzed. These are compared to current U.S. security interests which are themselves analyzed in terms of their relevance to U.S. policy towards Latin America in the 1990s. The international climate and issues of the early 20th century are compared to today's issues and environment. It is determined that broad similarities do exist in terms of U.S. policy objectives. Specific differences are also identified and the Good Neighbor policy principles are re interpreted to account for these differences. Five options for U.S. policy towards Latin America are discussed. The thesis concludes that a policy of cooperative multilateralism, based on Good Neighbor principles, is the most effective policy for achieving U.S. objectives in Latin America.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA245859
Entities
People
- Richard L. Jordan
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School