The New American Engagement Initiative challenges prevailing assumptions governing U.S. foreign policy. At previous global inflection points, Americans have debated our global role, but the need for such a debate is particularly urgent today. As the United States navigates a more treacherous multipolar environment, it is saddled with strategic blunders such as the U.S. invasion of Iraq, and the challenge of achieving a full post-COVID economic recovery. Playing devil’s advocate helps ensure a vibrant marketplace of ideas whereby all policy options are fully considered.
