Foreign Policy

The United States has long been a global leader, engaging in military conflicts, diplomatic initiatives, and economic investments abroad. However, the costs of these engagements—both financial and human—have grown unsustainable. It is in America’s best interest to shift its focus from extensive foreign intervention to strengthening domestic prosperity, infrastructure, and social stability.  

The High Cost of Foreign Conflicts 

1. Financial Burden – The U.S. has spent trillions on overseas wars (e.g., Iraq, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Israel) with little long-term strategic benefit. According to the Costs of War Project, post-9/11 conflicts have cost over $8 trillion, including veteran care and interest on debt. These funds could have been used to rebuild infrastructure, improve healthcare, or reduce national debt.  

2. Human Toll – Thousands of American soldiers and innocent civilians have died, and many more suffer from physical and psychological wounds. Meanwhile, our foreign interventions have often destabilized the regions, creating power vacuums and fueling extremism rather than securing peace.  

3. Opportunity Cost – Every dollar spent abroad is a dollar not invested at home. Crumbling infrastructure, rising healthcare costs, and an underfunded education system demand urgent attention. A foreign policy focused on restraint would allow for reinvestment in American workers, innovation, and social programs.  

A More Restrained and Strategic Approach  

The U.S. should:  

- Reduce military engagements unless directly threatened, avoiding "forever wars."  

- Strengthen alliances diplomatically and economically rather than through prolonged military presence.  

- Focus on economic and technological competition with rivals, rather than costly ground wars.  

- Rebuild American industry and infrastructure to ensure long-term competitiveness.  

A foreign policy that prioritizes domestic stability over foreign intervention is not isolationist—it is pragmatic. By redirecting resources from endless conflicts to pressing needs at home, the U.S. can secure a stronger, more prosperous future for its citizens while maintaining global influence through economic and diplomatic strength. 

Current Involvement 

1. Ukraine - The United States has provided critical support to Ukraine in defense of its sovereignty, but after more than $113 billion in aid and over two years of war, it’s time for a strategic shift. We must freeze open-ended military assistance, push for serious peace negotiations, and require Europe to take the lead in its own regional security. A smart, responsible exit means pivoting toward diplomacy, focusing U.S. resources on domestic priorities and global threats like China, and avoiding escalation with a nuclear-armed Russia. America has done its part — now we need a foreign policy that protects our interests without committing to endless war.
2. Israel/Middle East - Every country has the right to defend itself — but no country has the right to commit war crimes or acts of genocide. What we are witnessing in Gaza is not proportional self-defense; it is the collective punishment of an entire population, and it increasingly meets the definition of genocide. The United States has provided Israel with over $3.8 billion a year in unconditional aid, and by continuing to send weapons, intelligence, and political cover, we are not just supporting an ally — we are becoming complicit in the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe. It is time to suspend military aid, condition future support on adherence to international law, and push for an immediate ceasefire and full humanitarian access. We must also affirm that both Israelis and Palestinians have the right to exist in peace, dignity, and security as sovereign peoples. A future built on justice, not domination, is the only path to lasting peace. That means using our leverage to end the siege on Gaza, stop the displacement of civilians, and support international investigations into war crimes and genocide. Our foreign policy must reflect our values — not just our alliances. If we truly believe in democracy and human rights, we must act like it. 
3. Taiwan: The United States must stand with Taiwan to defend democracy, economic stability, and peace in the Indo-Pacific. While we continue to uphold the One China policy, we reject the use of force by China to resolve its dispute with Taiwan. Taiwan is a democratic partner and a vital link in global supply chains, especially in semiconductor production. We should continue providing defensive military support, strengthen economic ties, and work with allies to deter aggression without provoking conflict. The people of Taiwan must have the right to determine their own future, free from coercion or threat.