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Any attempt to analyze the foreign policy of the United States must be prefaced with the understanding that foreign policy is framed by the President and his advisors, and that changes in administrations quite often bring changes in policy. At the same time, however, it should be remembered that the President is elected by the people, and that his policies are, or at least should be, a reflection of the opinions and values of the American public. As a world power, the foreign policy of the United States is of vital importance to other nations, particularly to those of the third world. During the years since World War II the United States has played a major role in the affairs of the third world nations. This involvement has been economic, political, and military. At times it was welcome and requested; often it was unwelcome and despised. Obviously, U.S. attitudes toward foreign involvement have vascilated during this time also. |
