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 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you negotiate the thin line between respecting someone's independence and providing them needed aid?

 @9KTY2HN from Ohio  answered…1yr1Y

I believe that we should respect their independence if it does not and cannot lead to the endagerment of our people

 @9KWVTKJPeace and Freedom from Minnesota  agreed…1yr1Y

If someone is in the need of aid then they should be provided with it but if not, and they're doing fine independent and not putting anyone in harms way then that should be respected.

 @9KWTV7X from Montana  agreed…1yr1Y

We should respect people's independence and freedom at all times, as it is a free country. If something will not lead to any danger at all, then why not do it?

 @9KWS34B from Louisiana  agreed…1yr1Y

Individuals have there on rights and own beliefs. So its most respectful to let them do what they need to do.

 @9KTY7NBRepublican from Missouri  answered…1yr1Y

If they are not harming anything than we should respect their independence.

 @9KTXWL6Republican from Ohio  answered…1yr1Y

You do your thing and I'll do mine. Don't tread on my rights and I wont tread on yours.

 @9KTXZN5 from North Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

People's independence matters but if they need aid, it should be given to them.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you handle a situation where you’re unsure if stepping in would help or make things worse?

 @9L734GT from Tennessee  commented…1yr1Y

 @9LBZ69MGreen from Pennsylvania  answered…1yr1Y

Get the opinion of the international community. Maybe they understand something I don't see.

 @9LBZ4GV from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

In the context of non-interventionism, where a policy of non-interference in the affairs of other nations is favored, the decision-making process in a situation where intervention is uncertain can be complex. Here are some considerations to help navigate such a scenario:

Evaluate the Situation: Begin by analyzing the situation to understand the nature of the issue, the potential implications of intervention, and the possible consequences of non-intervention. Consider the values and principles that guide your approach to non-interventionism.

Gather Information: Collect as much relevant information as possible about the situation, including the root causes, the parties involved, and the potential outcomes of intervention. Make an effort to understand the context and complexities of the situation before making a decision.

 @9LBYYDF from California  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How might a high school's policy of non-intervention in student disputes affect the student body?

 @9LBNVL5 from Missouri  answered…1yr1Y

High school should wear a little bit of clothes during the summer time but when it is winter time they need to cover their body up. And if something happens they need to tell someone what's going on to change the rules and how it should be. But everyone should wear whatever they want to wear but be respectful.

 @9LBNNFRDemocrat from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

 @9LBNMNCRepublican from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

It might lead to students feeling neglected or cause increased tensions between students idk

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Would you prefer your country to be seen as a global police force or as a neighbor who respects boundaries?

 @9HMTZVWGreen from California  answered…2yrs2Y

Neighbor who respects boundaries, however if someone is doing something intenstly immoral(like murder) they should probably call the cops.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Should countries with more power and resources have a responsibility to intervene in conflicts of smaller, less powerful nations?

 @9H5LR5Jfrom Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

No country should intervene in the politics of another. People in a certain country choose their own fate and any intervention is inherently undemocratic.

 @9H53D5M from New York  answered…2yrs2Y

No, each country is responsible for their own conflicts and problems no matter their ability to solve them on their own. The country should know their limits and powers and should avoid conflicts against other countries they are unable to handle.

 @9H5LJ7Z from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

No, because that would cause a greater war and just leading to a proxy war in the end.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How do you feel about the idea that not choosing sides is, in itself, choosing a side?

 @9HVF2MP from Iowa  answered…2yrs2Y

I believe it is choosing the side of not acting at all, and not acting is just as bad as the "bad" viewpoint in theory.

 @9HZMJKQ from Florida  disagreed…2yrs2Y

Those who don't pick a side do not want to be drawn in to the conflict, and they can see rationally and without bias.

 @9HVFMCLProgressive from Utah  answered…2yrs2Y

I'm agreeing with this because we never know. You see in both sides might be a fail, something that can be no good for the you or whatever you're standing for, so choosing no sides is definitely picking one.

 @9HVFPHN from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

It is, choosing no sides of the original argument means that you are choosing your own side.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Do you think non-interventionism is a sign of weakness or a strategic approach to foreign policy?

 @9H5N84D from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

i see it as a strategic approach to not intervene, it would keep our government from allowing those with strong inter-country ideologies from letting those effect the use of civilian funds in things we dont agree with.

 @9H5N78Cfrom Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

The only interventionalism that can be supported is humanitarian aid what need to be gradually inrecaused, and control institutions to help african states out of colonial shadow

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Does not giving advice to a friend in need empower them or leave them unsupported?

 @9JJQZNS  from Wisconsin  answered…1yr1Y

I believe as long as the foreign issue doesn't affect us or our allies we shouldn't intervene with the foreign issue/conflict in question is

 @9JJQSZ8Republican from Nebraska  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Does a non-interventionist approach help or hinder the fight against global issues like terrorism and climate change?

 @9H5HXL8 from New Jersey  answered…2yrs2Y

 @9H5HLGG from Iowa  answered…2yrs2Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In a globalized world, can any country truly afford to stay completely uninvolved in others' affairs?

 @9HMT78P from Idaho  answered…2yrs2Y

They cannot, crountries who are isolationists are ignorant to the people in the other countries.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you decide when it's better to listen and understand rather than to act and advise in tough situations?

 @9KSLRBNIndependent  from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

Everyone is different when it comes to this and some issues for some are more important than other so it is different depending on the person.

 @9KSKGZH from Michigan  answered…1yr1Y

When the other side will not yield but is still treating you with respect and kindness.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When a friend is making a mistake, do you think intervening is always the best option?

 @9JDQH6V from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

It depends, if a friend is a making a mistake that could harm them or get them in legal trouble, then it's best to intervene. If it's a simple or silly mistake, then no because we all learn from our mistakes, and it creates development for our character.

 @9JDP7JFDemocrat from California  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How can being an observer rather than an active participant provide a different perspective on an event or issue?

 @9L736PL  from Kentucky  answered…1yr1Y

 @9L72NW2 from Louisiana  answered…1yr1Y

Being an observer rather then a active participant provide a different persepctive is not an issue because when being an observer you can see everything more through and clearly then what the non interventionism can see.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Would you feel relieved or abandoned if others stood back while you faced a significant challenge?

 @9KTYDV9 from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

I wouldn't be relieved by it nor would i feel abandoned by others and would try to overcome that challenge alone.

 @9KTXYS6 from Ohio  answered…1yr1Y

It depends. If it's a global world war type threat, I'd feel abandoned, but if it were a petty civil war, I feel like we don't need to escalate that further.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How important is it to you that your country avoids conflicts that don't directly affect it?

 @9KHBM74 from Pennsylvania  answered…1yr1Y

 @9KHBCG5answered…1yr1Y

Unless it affects our freedom or saves a country from a ruthless dictator, we should stay out.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Is it morally acceptable to do nothing in the face of human rights abuses in another country?

 @9H8XRJZ from Virginia  answered…2yrs2Y

Absolutely not, it is morally wrong to have the power the U.S has and do nothing to protect human rights violations in other countries.

  @92VHLQ8Constitution from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes, foreign intervention will certainly lead to even more suffering and human rights abuses. Making foreign policy decisions based on emotion always end up in disaster. The world is a cruel and lawless place, lets not make it worse

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How can a country contribute to global wellbeing without physically intervening in conflicts?

 @9HW6KRM from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Imagine foreign events directly affecting your family; would you support your government's non-intervention stance then?

 @9J52XP4from Maine  answered…1yr1Y

I do not support 'non-interventionism". I think all people must deal witht he problems of the world.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Can a nation truly be sovereign if other countries are constantly intervening in its affairs?

 @9H6VPSR from North Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

I think that if we pulled ourselves out of foreign military problems and focus on protecting ourselves, we could ensure that our country is more respected and maybe have other countries follow our example.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you feel if another country tried to make important decisions for your own country?

 @9H77QF4 from Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How can the choice to not share your skills or expertise impact a team project's outcome?

 @9JQWBSPWomen’s Equality from Illinois  answered…1yr1Y

I do not believe not sharing one's skills during group work shows impact because we all learn from each other.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What does it mean to you to have the autonomy to resolve your own conflicts without external interference?

 @9L3W4DP from Washington  answered…1yr1Y

Of course, privacy is greatly appreciated and is suggested at in the constitution as a right, but there are some conflicts and issues that must have some kind of government intervention, so as to ensure that there is due process and that other constitutional rights are not violated.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you balance helping a friend in need with the risk of overstepping your boundaries?

 @9KHDSTS from Ohio  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Have you ever regretted not helping someone in hindsight, and how might that relate to global policies?

 @9JDNYQYanswered…1yr1Y

yes, because the person that i didn't help and just walked past them, could be going thorough real dept of money that the government isn't helping out.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When has observing from a distance helped you gain a better understanding of a situation?

 @9LBQLRV from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

Americans tend to have knee jerk reactions before knowing all the facts. I believe we should take the time to look at the multi sides and repercussions of an issue before taking action.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What's your reaction to someone who doesn't take sides in a debate amongst your friends?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How might non-interventionism impact global economic disparities between countries?

 @9HQMSHXanswered…2yrs2Y

less support, Less trade, and less resources is not good for America, so it would be bad.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When should personal boundaries be respected over the desire to help someone you believe is in need?

 @9KRYN9B from South Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

if that person asks for your help or if you ask that person do they want help

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How can listening be more powerful than intervening in an argument?

 @9JT2F8J from Washington  answered…1yr1Y

Listening is more powerful than intervening in an argument because arrogance comes from disregarding other people's opinions, and not taking the initiative to understand their perspective, and to counter it as well when understanding the full concept.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What happens when someone chooses not to voice their opinion in a group discussion?

 @9JDP8SM from California  answered…1yr1Y

then whatever is said is what they go with and they could be missing out on ideas

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How did you feel last time when you saw a country helping another — was it genuine aid or meddling in your view?

 @9HWSR79 from New Jersey  answered…2yrs2Y

I've seen many countries step in and send out packages to Palestine during its time of need or even speak out about the issue in protests. I saw it as genuine aid.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What crucial life lessons have you learned that could apply to a country considering intervention in another’s affairs?

 @9KTTKWB from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

I noticed that social media is dividing the country but the government should use it to see what's wrong with us and why are we divided

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you react if you were to learn that stepping back allowed someone else to grow, and how does this translate into foreign policy?

 @9K8QJWX commented…1yr1Y

Well i personally would do anything to be above and not be back on anything but stepping back to allow someone else to grow is like giving birth to a baby that will help you in the future where they will retire you.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How can deliberately not participating in an activity change the outcome for the group?

 @9JBMMMB from California  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If your neighbor's house was on fire and they didn't ask for help, would you intervene, and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What are times where you've observed others' conflicts and learned something valuable by not stepping in?

 @9L5VD7SRepublican from Ohio  answered…1yr1Y

when in baskeball game there was trash talk and i did not get involved so i did not ghet a tech

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Where do you draw the line between respecting sovereignty and the need to prevent a humanitarian crisis?

 @9J637NS from Florida  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Is it possible for a nation to protect its interests abroad without direct intervention, and if so, how?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If you had to make a tough decision on your own because no one intervened, how did that affect you?

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