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Trump's Foreign Policy in One Word: Reciprocity

Critics of Donald Trump claim there is no rhyme or reason to his foreign policy. But there most certainly is.

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Jul 13, 2018
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by Victor Davis Hanson
July 13, 2018

Critics of Donald Trump claim there is no rhyme or reason to his foreign policy. But there is – it’s called reciprocity.

Trump tries to force other countries to treat the United States as it treats them. In “Don’t Tread On Me” style, he also warns enemies that any aggressive act will be replied to in kind.

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