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If you want stable democracy and you are a highly religious society, it simply won't work without religious freedom.

We will take our chances down the road, even if that may mean a much steeper cost in terms of American blood and American treasure.

History has shown us what we can get by retreating into a defensive, isolationist crouch.

At a time when American leadership is needed more than ever, we must continue to invest in the international affairs budget.