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Checks and Balance: Aid, and a bet

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The Evolution of American Military Aid

This chapter explores the historical complexities of American military aid post-World War II, particularly the inception of the Truman Doctrine in response to the crisis in Greece. It examines the tensions between isolationism and interventionism, the implications of U.S. support for democracies, and the lasting effects of Truman's foreign policy decisions. The discussion also highlights current debates within the Republican Party regarding foreign aid priorities, particularly in the context of the Ukraine crisis.

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