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Roots of Isolationism
Many immigrants came to the U.S. to escape European conflicts.
George Washington warned against foreign entanglements.
Thomas Paine warned that the vast number of European kingdoms threatened lasting peace .
The physical isolation (distance from Europe) contributed to psychological isolationism .
Monroe Doctrine 1823
“Hemispheric Mentality” - arrogance; Americans better than European
Stated that the U.S. would not interfere with European affairs that did not concern them and warned Europe not to colonize the American continents.(Considered it dangerous to peace and safety of America.)
Wilson proposed his 14 Points for peace which included: free trade, open diplomacy, arms reductions, League of Nations, and stressed sovereignty for people in central Europe.U.S. Senate failed to ratify. Why? •Bi-Partisan Feuding•U.S. Isolation Policy
Post WWI United States
Most Powerful Wealthiest Nation Wilson’s Goal; U.S. “Utopian Society” would
provide inspiration to the world and promote world peace