The Peace Corpss

The United States does not have an obligation to help poor countries. Many believe that the U.S. has a moral or ethical obligation to assist countries who need it. The United States is viewed as the police of the world, defender of democracy, and body of countries who it chooses to align with. When it is said that the U.S. has an “ethical obligation” the definition of those terms vary from person to person. No one is obligated to do anything, people feel obligated based on their own values and beliefs. Although the U.S. has a high gross

People could argue that since we are donating such a low percent of our GDP it would make sense for the US to increase aid levels. This would also be an argument for anyone that has certain religious beliefs. In the article A Call To Virtue, the author, Jeffrey Sachs shares one of the Pope’s various messages, “The urgent core of Francis’ message, which is the message of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, challenges this American idea by proclaiming that the path to happiness lies not solely or mainly through the defense of rights but through the exercise of virtues, most notably justice and charity.” In some religions people believe it is morally right to help through charity to find happiness. Some people also argue that foreign aid levels should decrease because of the economic crisis that the US is in. The United States current debt is over eighteen trillion dollars right now according to usdebtclock.org. People believe that by decreasing foreign aid levels it will take away some debt. If the levels were to maintain there would not be worry about creating more debt by increasing levels and the US would also not have to worry about pulling out and not giving enough. Another argument is that aid should be unconditional and should be given to whoever needs it in time of crisis no matter

Throughout history, many have debated about whether a wealthier country (developed) should help out a poor, less developed countries. “The U.S. disbursed $33.2 billion—$19 billion in economic assistance to 184 countries and $14.2 billion in military assistance to 142 countries.”(Forbes) Is it beneficial for a more developed nations to help out a less developed country?

Helping out a less fortunate or country need can be to allies because now that they are a part of US territory if war may ever break out they would stand by the United States. A exponential example of the situation would be Cuba. The Cuban people were being starved by Spaniards. Previous to this Cuba has failed to gain independence on multiple occasions. The initial attempt to free Cuba was to sell the differences on paper, this method was not accomplished which lead to war. The Spanish American war was fought for four months which led to a revolution Cuba. After the United States had endorsed Cuba the whole Cuban government was

Ever had that one friend? The one who tries to help, but no matter how hard he tries, he just aggravates the situation. This friend, Steve, insists he is helping, and those around, too, would support that he is indeed helping. But Steve is actually worsening the circumstances. He is like countries who provide foreign aid to less developed countries. Foreign aid, defined as “the international transfer of capital, goods, or services from a country or international organization for the benefit of the recipient country or its population,” can be military, economic, or humanitarian (“Foreign”). It is often granted to less developed countries in order to evoke government reforms or to stimulate economic growth. However, foreign aid neither elicits government reform, nor does it consistently and reliably stimulate economic growth; therefore, the United States should discontinue providing foreign economic aid.

Tiara, I think you hit the nail right on the head. The United States government is a case in point that has helped a lot of countries and we continue to do so, on a regular base. We the people or government that the people elected help so much throughout the world because of our Christian faith this country was built on. There are times, such as after a war, the United States disengages from the country early leaving the citizens and an unprepared military to fend for themselves. Although things may have been not the best before we engaged in war, when leaving a country in an unprepared situation can result in rebel forces taking over, creating a possible more threating situation.

The United States is one of the industrialized countries that offer a small amount of aid. ( Fact Based)

Throughout history and present day times, many countries such as Germany, France, and Canada have provided assistance and aid to underdeveloped countries to help alleviate poverty. The United States itself issues aid to developing countries which include Israel, Afghanistan, Nigeria, and Ethiopia; this has been an American practice since 1947 after World War II. During the time period from 1947 to 1949 the United States, under the Marshall Plan, provided both financial and technical assistance to Europe and Asia after the war. As a result, Europe was rebuilt both politically and economically. Today the United States continues to provide aid to underdeveloped countries, helping them evolve and strengthen their economy. Many Americans believe that America is doing the right thing in issuing aid, while others hold the opinion that the United States should not issue aid, and that the issue of money to developing countries needs to stop.

We have sent humanitarian aid wherever it was crucially needed, such as in 2015, when a gargantuan earthquake hit Nepal. The U.S quickly transported emergency provisions and medicine to the crisis. In 2014, when West Africa was severely affected by a sudden Ebola outbreak. The U.S sent containment aid and helped regain control of the escalating situation. It is not uncommon for America to be the first country to bring humanitarian assistance to those in desperation, and even without a prominent reason, our country still sends $36 billion in humanitarian aid to other nations

Lesley Boone once said, “We are a country that prides itself on power and wealth, yet there are millions of children who go hungry every day.” When people think of world issues, many do not consider America’s stand point on the ordeal. They are unable to fully comprehend the growing lack of jobs, poverty, hunger, poor health care, and meager education that takes place across the nation. American charity foundations are often eager to jump to the rescue of other countries, but what about the detrimental issues that occur and worsen here every day? In the past, the majority of organizations are predominantly directed at foreign countries; helping places such as Ethiopia, India, Somalia, etc. While here, poverty and debt are increasing by surmountable amounts. Charities for other regions are beneficial, but shouldn’t people here be first priority? The majority of problems have the potential to be easily fixed. What happens when we have nothing left to give? If the United States does not soon take this into consideration, it could be hazardous and irreversible to the American society. When considering where America’s charitable hands should go, many things need to be taken into consideration such as; charities outside of the U.S., should America put more effort into problems here, the increasing debt and poverty levels, and how benefits of focusing more here. The first point of this essay will discuss problems within the

There are many who believe that this is a good way to make international relations and to ensure peace. After all, we are what might qualify as the world’s police force. However, at what cost to ourselves do we continue to help other nations? Any patriotic American would still put their country’s problems before anyone else’s, so essentially, we are only charitable when we have the time and supplies. The support we give to small countries may benefit the both of us in the future, creating bonds that could help win wars, or votes in the United Nations. On the other hand, it could pose a significant potential threat to national security. Helping out can weaken our efforts in other more important areas of government; leaders looking to gain something for their own people may even mistake our kindness and generosity as a vulnerability, and by this point it is clear that we already have enough enemies that would do anything to take us out of the picture.

Have you ever wondered why there are so many terrorist attacks in the United States? Why did the United States spends so much money on the military? This all happens due to a reason that the United States keep interfering into others countries’ problems, but most of the time nothing come out of it. Sometimes, the United States even make the problem become even worse. Just like the war in Iraq. The decisions made by the Presidents cause the problem getting worse day by day. Helping people out is a good thing, however, we should think about if that person need help or not. Which out the intervene of the United States, Iraq will not be in a situation like today. The United States will be less in debt and more money to fund other programs. There are more negative effects than positive effects when the United States meddles into others countries’ problems, so the United States should just ignore and stop worrying about those countries.

Overall, the role of the United States should be less involved due to past and present events. Not only do we do thing for all the wrong reasons people still support them even of it going against their morals. Please keep

Foreign Aid can have many benefits to the country giving the aid such as political leverage. With the U.S. having more political influence in countries that have rich resources through foreign aid, this can help them trade with those countries and can also influence those countries to side with the U.S. in worldwide issues. For example, in H.R. 3354 congress wants to make cuts to foreign aid in Africa, however in a statement from the White House

Foreign Aid can not only drastically affect countries economies, but it also influences how we handle important issues around the world. Getting leverage over struggling countries by giving them aid will be a huge benefit to the U.S. The countries receiving aid do need help and this foreign aid money goes a long way to trying bring that help. Countries do have their own problems and might need to try and fix those first before they focus on foreign aid. With a large amount of foreign aid money going into the war ravaged middle east, it is hard to put money into something that could get blown up the next week. Foreign Aid is complicated and has many aspects that can be hard to figure out. Foreign Aid is considered to be beneficial and detrimental, while it helps millions and gives large countries much-needed leverage over struggling countries, it can also be put to waste by unstable countries riddled with terror.