America's Foreign Policy: Lessons from History

This chapter examines the historical significance of America's alliances, especially NATO, and critiques isolationism in the context of political rhetoric from the Trump administration. It contrasts the founding fathers’ vision of neutrality with the country's expansionist past, highlighting the shift in foreign policy seen during Woodrow Wilson's era. As it dissects the implications of American isolationism and interventionism, the chapter calls for a renewed commitment to global partnerships in the face of contemporary challenges.