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A Brief History of U.S. Foreign Aid
Where and why the United States gives foreign aid has changed over time.
The Marshall Plan
Understand how the Marshall Plan, one of the first large foreign aid programs, helped Europe rebuild after World War II, but also served the foreign policy interests of the United States.
Why Does U.S. Foreign Policy Matter?
In this educational video on U.S. foreign policy, learn how the United States has shaped the world with its military and economic might.
How Do Treaties Get Made?
In this U.S. foreign policy video, understand the challenges of negotiating treaties and dive into two international climate agreements.
What Is the National Security Council?
Learn how the president’s advisors protect U.S. national security and help with foreign policy decision-making and coordination across the executive branch.
How Do Forces Outside Government Influence Policymaking?
Learn how journalism, social media, public opinion, and lobbies are all a part of American democracy and influence U.S. foreign policy.
What Is the Relationship Between Domestic and Foreign Policy?
Explore maps and charts that illustrate how climate change, terrorism, COVID-19, and internet freedom require both international and domestic solutions in an increasingly interconnected world.
What Roles Do Congress and the President Play in U.S. Foreign Policy?
What does the Constitution say about foreign policy? In this free resource, explore how the powers of Congress and the president protect and advance the country’s interests abroad.
Prisoner Swap
How should the United States respond when an American citizen is unjustly detained? Explore this simulation.
Trade Policy
How should the United States leverage trade to respond when a rivalry between growing trade partners threatens regional stability? Explore this hypothetical simulation.