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Biden vs. Trump: Competing Visions for America's Role in the World

As Joe Biden and Donald Trump gear up for their first presidential debate, their sharply different views on America’s role in the world are in the spotlight. This rare showdown between a current and a former president highlights their contrasting approaches.

America First vs. America is Back

Donald Trump: During his presidency (2017-2021), Trump championed the "America First" policy, often adopting a combative and isolationist stance. He focused on putting American interests above all else, even if it meant straining relationships with allies.

Joe Biden: Taking office in 2021, Biden aimed to rebuild alliances with his "America is Back" approach. He emphasized collaboration with international partners and repairing ties that had frayed under Trump.

Russia and Ukraine

Biden: He has led global efforts to support Ukraine after Russia's invasion in 2022. With Biden’s encouragement, Congress approved $175 billion in aid for Ukraine, and he personally visited Kyiv, branding Russian President Vladimir Putin a "brutal tyrant."

Trump: Trump has been skeptical about aiding Ukraine, predicting a Russian victory and expressing doubts about continued support. He has even suggested that Ukraine should compromise to end the conflict, a stance Biden firmly rejects. Trump’s past admiration for Putin and his impeachment over delaying aid to Ukraine further underscore their differences.

Middle East Policies

Trump: He was a staunch supporter of Israel, moving the US embassy to Jerusalem and brokering the "Abraham Accords," which normalized relations between Israel and several Arab nations.

Biden: While also a supporter of Israel, Biden has clashed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Palestinian issues and civilian casualties. His administration claims progress in potentially normalizing ties between Saudi Arabia and Israel, a move started by Trump but criticized for sidelining the Palestinian issue.

China, North Korea, and Allies

Both: They see China as America’s top rival but differ in approach. Biden has taken strong actions like banning semiconductor exports while seeking to avoid conflict, even holding a cordial summit with China’s President Xi Jinping.

Trump: He views China as an enemy and promises to increase tariffs, despite calling Xi a "good friend." His relationship with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un was marked by personal diplomacy that eased tensions but yielded no lasting agreements.

Trump’s Allies Stance: He has often criticized Western democratic allies, suggesting that NATO countries need to increase their military spending or face a lack of US support.

Biden’s Allies Stance: In contrast, Biden focuses on strengthening partnerships with allies, reflecting a more cooperative approach.

Conclusion

In summary, Biden and Trump present starkly different visions for America's role in the world. Biden emphasizes rebuilding alliances and multilateral cooperation, while Trump advocates for a more isolationist and transactional approach. As they prepare for their debate, their contrasting policies on international issues will undoubtedly be a focal point.

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