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The Complexities of USAID: Aid or Agenda?

This chapter explores the dual nature of USAID, examining its humanitarian efforts alongside its controversial ties to U.S. foreign policy and military actions. It addresses the implications of proposed funding cuts to these programs, questioning their impact on global stability and America's diplomatic image. The discussion highlights the interconnectedness of foreign aid, democracy promotion, and the perceptions held by authoritarian regimes, illustrating the delicate balance between assistance and American influence.

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