What the 2010 National Security Strategy says about prosperity<\/strong><\/p>\n

“Our strength and influence abroad begins with the steps we take at home… Simply put, American innovation must be a foundation of American power.\u00a0 Because at no time in human history has a nation of diminished economic vitality maintained its military and political primacy.”<\/p>\n

“The foundation of American leadership must be a prosperous American economy. And a growing and open global economy serves as a source of opportunity for the American people and a source of strength for the United States.”<\/p>\n

The challenges presented by this aspect of the National Security Strategy, by National Security Network:<\/em><\/p>\n

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• To project influence abroad, the U.S. must tend to the sources of American strength at home.\\<\/li>\n
• Leading the way out of the global financial crisis<\/li>\n
• Investing in a clean energy economy<\/li>\n
• Strengthening America’s infrastructural backbone<\/li>\n
• Preparing for tomorrow’s world through investment in education and innovation<\/li>\n
• Securing the well-being of Americans through comprehensive health-care reform<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  2010 National Security Strategy on international order<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

  “[W]e \u00a0have to shape an international order that can meet the challenges of our generation. We will be steadfast in strengthening those old alliances that have served us so well, including those who will serve by [our] side in Afghanistan and around the globe.\u00a0 As influence extends to more countries and capitals, we also have to build new partnerships, and shape stronger international standards and institutions.\u00a0 This engagement is not an end in itself.\u00a0 The international order we seek is one that can resolve the challenges of our times…”<\/p>\n

  “Even though many defining trends of the 21st century affect all nations and peoples, too often, the mutual interests of nations and peoples are ignored in favor of suspicion and self-defeating competition.\u00a0 What is needed, therefore, is a realignment of national actions and international institutions, with shared interests.”<\/p>\n

  Interpretation, by National Security Network:<\/em><\/p>\n

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  • America must shape the 21st century, not resist it<\/li>\n
  • Rebalancing and reviving global economic governance<\/li>\n
  • Redefining diplomacy on the nuclear agenda<\/li>\n
  • Re-engaging the United Nations<\/li>\n
  • Engaging through regional organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    2010 National Security Strategy on values<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

    \u201cA fundamental part of our strategy is America’s support for those universal rights that formed the creed of our founding.\u00a0 We will promote these values above all by living them -through our fidelity to the rule of law and our Constitution, even when it’s hard.<\/p>\n

    “The United States believes certain values are universal and will work to promote them worldwide… The United States was founded upon a belief in these values. At home, fidelity to these values has extended the promise of America ever more fully, to ever more people.\u00a0 Abroad, these values have been claimed by people of every race, region, and religion… And nations that embrace these values for their citizens are ultimately more successful – and friendly to the United States – than those that do not.”<\/p>\n

    Translation, by National Security Network<\/em><\/p>\n

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    • America’s strength and resilience is based on living in accordance with the values we were founded upon.<\/li>\n
    • Combating terrorism by bringing terrorists to justice<\/li>\n
    • Limiting executive privilege and increasing transparency<\/li>\n
    • Recognizing Congress as a co-equal branch of government<\/li>\n
    • Reestablishing America’s commitment to human rights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      2010 National Security Strategy on broadening of capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n

      “As we build these sources of strength, the second thing we must do is build and integrate the capabilities that can advance our interests, and the common interests of human beings.\u00a0 We will need the renewed engagement of our diplomats, from grand capitals to dangerous outposts; and development experts who can support Afghan agriculture and help Africans build the capacity to feed themselves.”<\/p>\n

      “To succeed, we must update, balance and integrate all of the tools of American power and work with our allies and partners to do the same.”<\/p>\n

      What this means, by National Security Network:<\/em><\/p>\n

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      • Advancing American interests depends on all elements of national power, not just military<\/li>\n
      • Restoring the neglected instruments of American power: Diplomacy and development<\/li>\n
      • Adopting a 21^{st<\/sup> century approach to resourcing the military<\/li>\n}
      • Improving the safety and resilience of the homeland<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        As with all broad policy statements issued by presidents, it will take time and close observation to determine if lofty ideals match real-world activities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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