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The DOGE Alum Asking if Foreign Aid Is America’s Problem

Interesting Times with Ross Douthat

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Reassessing U.S. Foreign Aid Dynamics

This chapter explores the evolving landscape of U.S. foreign aid, highlighting the integration of USAID with diplomatic priorities and the challenges of aligning aid with national interests. It questions the effectiveness and accountability of current aid programs while emphasizing the need for equitable partnerships with recipient countries. The discussion also addresses the impact of recent policy shifts and the necessity for reform in response to identified inefficiencies within the aid framework.

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