The Case for Democracy as a Long Term National Strategy
Abstract
President Bush used his second inaugural speech to define an extensive new mission for American foreign policy based on promoting freedom around the world. On several occasions the president has stated "It is the policy of the United States," to seek and support the growth of democratic movements and institutions in every nation and culture with the ultimate goal of ending tyranny in the world. Throughout his presidency, President Bush has religiously argued that there is an inextricable link between freedom and peace, and between democracy and security. The policies he laid out on January 20, 2005, have become known as the Bush Doctrine. Since the onset of democratization in the mid-1970s, the world has seen a significant increase in the number of countries governed by democratic regimes, however, in the Arab-majority countries, the impact of this political revolution is limited. Nonetheless, opinion surveys show popular support for democracy in the Middle East is high. This project will provide a valid argument that the United States must continue to pursue democracy in the Middle East as a key component of the National Security Strategy of the United States of America beyond January 20, 2009 when President Bush leaves office.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 30, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA469192
Entities
People
- John E. Walsh
Organizations
- United States Army War College