Agenda for 1/25

1. 10 things to know today

2. Introduction to Mr. Parise and the Terms and Conditions of the class

3. What is "American foreign policy?" What does it include?

• With the other students at your table, decide which three of the foreign policy functions below are the most critical to the country. See sure to have a reason for each one!

• Copy A-F below into a new notatibility note, and define any words/terms you are unsure of

America’s foreign policy today covers a wide range of functions and issues. It includes:

A. establishing and maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries and international organizations such as the United Nations and the Organization of American States

B. peacekeeping functions such as working with allies to assure regional and international security and arms-control efforts

C. a range of international economic issues including trade, travel, and business

D. foreign aid and disaster relief

E. a leadership role in peacemaking around the globe by trying to negotiate treaties and agreements to end regional conflicts

F. a role in trying to address international economic and environmental problems. 

4. Foreign Policy Values Survey.