US foreign policy perpetuates violence from "summary" of Killing Hope by William Blum
The United States government has a long and sordid history of engaging in violent actions in the name of foreign policy. From covert operations to overt military interventions, the US has consistently used force to achieve its political goals around the world. One of the most glaring examples of this violent foreign policy is the overthrow of democratically elected governments that are deemed unfriendly to US interests. This practice, known as regime change, has been used in countries like Iran, Guatemala, Chile, and countless others. The US has supported coups, assassinations, and rebellions in order to install leaders who are more amenable to American influence. Furthermore, the US has a disturbing habit of arming and supporting re...
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