The impact of global organizations on America’s foreign relations has been a tough road to walk.
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Challenges of Working Together:
- The United Nations (UN) is a place where countries come together to talk.
- But sometimes, the U.S. doesn’t see eye to eye with other member countries.
- The U.S. has special power in the Security Council, which can make others feel left out.
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Financial Ties:
- The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) often set rules that focus on fixing economies instead of helping people.
- This can make governments in poorer countries, which the U.S. helps, unstable.
- When this happens, some people in those countries start to resent U.S. influence and decisions.
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Loss of Independence:
- Agreements made around the world can sometimes go against what people want in the U.S.
- This makes it hard for U.S. leaders to balance what the world expects with what’s best for America.
To fix these problems, the U.S. could:
- Improve discussions with friends and even those who disagree, by listening and finding common ground.
- Change international organizations to better serve both rich and poor countries.
- Make sure international agreements are clear and include everyone, to build trust and cooperation.
By tackling these issues, the U.S. can better manage its role in the world and improve relationships with other countries.