Center for American Progress Action Fund Center for American Progress Action Fund

How can the U.S. best promote democracy abroad?

Joe Biden
With an approach that uses grassroots governance, human rights, and education for girls--not just elections.

 

Hillary Clinton
Renew internationalism and engage in diplomacy, focusing on global education.



Chris Dodd
Does believe we should promote democracy, but is unclear on how best to do so.



John Edwards
Create international institutions to promote democracy, fight poverty, and provide education.

 

Rudy Giuliani
Continue to cultivate relationships with all countries.



Mike Gravel
Does believe we should promote democracy, but is unclear on how best to do so.



Mike Huckabee
The U.S. shouldn't export our form of government as our core foreign policy.



Duncan Hunter
Promoting democracy is the main reason for military action in Iraq and supports Bush's efforts in the Middle East.


Dennis Kucinich
No stated position found.




John McCain
A "League of Democracies" could deal with issues like Darfur, the AIDS epidemic, and environment.



Barack Obama
Invest to reduce poverty, build communities, develop markets, and generate wealth.



Ron Paul
We should spread democratic values, but we should do so by example, not by force.

 

Bill Richardson
Strengthen our commitment to international law and multilateral cooperation.



Mitt Romney
America should lead a coalition that promotes education, modern economic policies, and trade and rights.


Fred Thompson
Believes that "assisting people to enjoy democracy and be our ally and our friend in the future" is a good thing.