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#1697 The Trump World Order: Are we the Baddies?

Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and Democracy

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The Impact of Foreign Assistance Funding Cuts

This chapter examines the severe ramifications of a freeze in foreign assistance funding, emphasizing its detrimental effects on global humanitarian efforts, particularly in health and emergency aid. It discusses the legal challenges surrounding funding restoration and critiques the operational practices of USAID, highlighting issues of corruption and inefficiency in distributing aid. Through expert insights and historical context, the chapter underscores the urgent need for continued support of critical programs like PEPFAR to prevent catastrophic health outcomes.

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