National Security Policy Answers

Read the scenario.An American journalist is being held in a foreign prison. The president is meeting with their administration to determine what to do. The president says, "I approve the use of $500,000 in defense funds to secure the release of the journalist and to ensure their safe return to the United States.”Is the president able to make this declaration?

Read the excerpt.The United States and China are the two largest consumers of energy in the world. . . . Neither of us profits from a growing dependence on foreign oil, nor can we spare our people from the ravages of climate change unless we cooperate. Common sense calls upon us to act [together]. President Obama, 2009Based on this excerpt, which form of foreign policy implementation was President Obama advocating between the two countries?

One of the United States’ allies is in danger of coming under a communist dictatorship, and citizens are gearing up for rebellion. This dictator does not have a track record of violence against citizens, the United States, or other nations. The nation has reached out to the United States for military help so that it can prevent the communist takeover and hold elections to determine a new direction for its government.Which reason would best support the United States in taking military action?

The actual carrying out, or implementation, of foreign policy falls to

Which is an example of hard power?

How can the President influence the establishment of US foreign policy?

Why would a nation most likely use military force? Select three options.to remove trade restrictionsto defend territoryto support alliesto promote political relationshipsto protect economic interests

Which of the following is the best example of a sanction?