Today's headlines and history's judgment are rarely the same.
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The U.S. has since the end of World War II had an answer - we stand for free peoples and free markets, we are willing to support and defend them - we will sustain a balance of power that favors freedom.
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What this quote means
The U.S. promotes freedom and democracy while maintaining a balance that favors these ideals in global affairs.
In her quote, Condoleezza Rice emphasizes the United States' commitment to supporting democratic nations and free markets since the end of World War II. She asserts that the U.S. plays a critical role in sustaining a global balance of power that not only favors freedom but also ensures the protection of peoples who seek liberty and self-governance against oppressive regimes.
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FreedomDemocracyGlobalMarketsSupportBalance Of Power
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about international relations to highlight the importance of supporting free nations.
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