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Breaking USAID

Reflector

CHAPTER

The Complexity of U.S. Foreign Aid

This chapter examines the evolving role of American foreign aid from the 1980s to the early 1990s, focusing on humanitarian responses to crises like the Ethiopian famine. It discusses the shift from Cold War motivations to a focus on addressing poverty and health issues, while critiquing the inefficacies and challenges of aid distribution. Through personal narratives and expert opinions, the chapter highlights the need for accountability in aid processes and the ongoing debate about the impact of U.S. foreign assistance on recipient nations.

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