Empowered by Belief: Remaking the World

Belief drives the foreign policy of the United States, with policymakers genuinely convinced that their actions are just and necessary. This conviction is rooted in the nation's liberal values, which foster a sense of duty and authority to reshape global affairs according to American ideals. After the Cold War, the absence of rival powers allowed the U.S. to pursue its vision of global transformation, reinforcing the notion that wielding power equates to responsibility in remaking the world.