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What does it mean?
The author notes a historical trend of American presidents promoting democracy.
In plain terms
Many US presidents since Wilson have supported democratic movements.
What can you take from it?
Democratic promotion has been a long-standing goal of the presidency.

Where it applies

  • foreign policy analysis
  • historical review

Putting it to work

  • studying diplomatic trends
  • evaluating international aid

Questions to consider

  • Is promoting democracy always effective?
  • How has this policy changed over time?

Another view

It does not address whether these promotions were successful.

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