Democracy versus Authoritarianism - A Grand Strategy of Democratic Solidarity
A Grand Strategy of Democratic Solidarity
Dated - March 21
Article Key Points and Excerpts:
--The battle between democratic systems and authoritarian regimes. "Democracies are again threatened by illiberal influences within their borders and by ambitious autocratic regimes—principally China and Russia—seeking to reshape global order."
"Today, however, the strategic landscape has shifted dramatically, and a grand strategy rooted in democratic cooperation has become essential for several reasons."
++ First, the era of effortless democratic dominance is over.
++ Second, geopolitical conflict is increasingly breaking down along ideological lines.
++ It should also reflect a third reality—that stress on democratic values is critical for domestic mobilization in great-power conflicts.
++ Fourth, democratic solidarity is a means of strategic reassurance in the post Trump era.
++ Fifth, democracies face worsening threats from within.
++ Finally, the United States should think expansively about democratic solidarity because its existing alliances and institutions are not adequate, on their own, to address today's challenges.
Recommended courses of action to secure democratic interests… The Eight Pillars of Solidarity
The Eight Pillars of Democratic Solidarity
1. Countering Coercion
2. Enhancing Technological Cooperation
3. Shaping International Institutions
4. Combating Corruption
5. Enhancing Collective Defense
6. Meeting Threats from Within
7. Taking the Offensive
8. Negotiating from Strength
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