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What does it mean?
There are serious concerns about hidden motives in foreign policy and lack of nuclear strategy.
In plain terms
The President may have secret plans for Iran and Syria and no plan for North Korea.
What can you take from it?
Transparency and planning are vital in foreign policy.

Where it applies

  • international relations
  • national security

Putting it to work

  • demanding briefings
  • reviewing strategies

Questions to consider

  • How much info should leaders share?

Another view

Some secrecy is necessary for security.

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