The Democratization of the World
Former Director of National Intelligence John Negroponte discussed the growth of democracy since the end of World War II. He talked about examples of failed countries and how the United States can promote democracy around the world.
Description
Former Director of National Intelligence John Negroponte discussed the growth of democracy since the end of World War II. He talked about examples of failed countries and how the United States can promote democracy around the world.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- How has democracy expanded after World War II?
- What specific areas of the world have become more democratic? What events have helped these areas become more democratic?
- Explain what is happening in Venezuela. Why does Mr. Negroponte consider it a failed state?
- Why is Columbia a success story for democracy and nation building?
- What factors go into creating successful democracies?
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Participants
Vocabulary
- Columbia
- Democracy
- Democratization
- Failed State
- Foreign Service
- Interventionist
- Nation Building
- Regime Change
- Soviet Union
- Venezuela