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"It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world."
-George Washington
a common cliche often uttered
by those against the concept of isolationism is that "ignoring problems won't make them go away."
however, aggressively indulging oneself in issues does not make them go away either. isolationism does not make claim to ignoring issues. it does make claim to finding methods aside than war that can better and more peacefully solve our problems.
in addition, we do not need to dictate the issues that are not directly involving us because that will inevitably lead to unnecessary conflict.
interventionists also argue that
a policy of isolationism will lead to
cultural stagnation.
however, upon the 20th and 21st centuries it has become virtually impossible for a nation, especially one as recognized as the United States, to remain fully "isolated". our entertainment, the internet, immigration, and communication are inherent components of the 'american culture' and so even if we avoid foreign wars entirely, we will not be uninvolved with foreign affairs.
"the impulse to retreat from the world stage has a long and hardy pedigree... And while a dose of caution can be refreshing, a reversion to a dogmatic 'America First!' stance could damage both the party and the country. "
-G.O.P. vs. World by David Greenberg, published in the NY Times June 29th, 2011
isolationism:
interventionists believe that American isolationism called for complete disengagement from the world stage. however, isolationism in no way suggests that the United States should not further its territorial, ideological, and economic interests, and henceforth this argument is flawed.
i·so·la·tion·ism
ˌīsəˈlāSHəˌnizəm/
the policy or doctrine of isolating one's country from the
affairs of other nations by declining to enter into alliances,
foreign economic commitments, international agreements,
etc., seeking to devote the entire efforts of one's country
to its own advancement and remain at peace by avoiding
foreign entanglements and responsibilities.
isolationism in america.