Reagan’s Foreign Policy The Reagan Administration also came to Washington determined to combat communism—especially in Latin America. Reagan and his advisers focused in particular on El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Cuba. Haig decided to make El Salvador a "test case" of his foreign policy.
peace through strength
Wars to defend the American ruling class.
a making an alliance etc.
Increasing defense spending
Lieing
Increasing defense spending
the end of the cold war.
It opposed communism but did not threaten military intervention
Increasing defense spending.
a strong military and tough foreign policy
Increasing defense spending
The United States must maintain a stronger military than its enemies.
the policy of aiding resistance efforts in communist countries in order to roll back Soviet influence in the world
Reagan's suspicion of the Soviet Union and its presumed activities around the world was tempered by a desire to leave some kind of legacy in arms control.