Chapter II. Champion Aspirations for Human Dignity
Section C. The Way Ahead
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The United States has long championed freedom because doing so reflects our values and
advances our interests. It reflects our values because we believe the desire for freedom
lives in every human heart and the imperative of human dignity transcends all nations and
cultures.
Championing freedom advances our interests because the survival of liberty at home
increasingly depends on the success of liberty abroad. Governments that honor their
citizens' dignity and desire for freedom tend to uphold responsible conduct toward other
nations, while governments that brutalize their people also threaten the peace and
stability of other nations. Because democracies are the most responsible members of the
international system, promoting democracy is the most effective long-term measure for
strengthening international stability; reducing regional conflicts; countering terrorism and
terror-supporting extremism; and extending peace and prosperity.
To protect our Nation and honor our values, the United States seeks to extend freedom
across the globe by leading an international effort to end tyranny and to promote effective
democracy.
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