Citizens across America have many wide-ranging and diverse political beliefs. Everyone across America sees the issues affecting the country differently and has their own opinions on how the government should solve these problems. People’s views can be affected by where they live, who they interact with, and what activities they are a part of. My beliefs have been heavily influenced by my friends, family, and the media. All of these factors and more have led me to the conclusion that I am politically moderate. How to regulate a country's economy is one of the most difficult problems our leaders in the government face. Too much regulation and the government can stifle economic growth and harm the economy. However, if the government enforces too little regulation business will employ practices that harm consumers and the county as a whole. As far as the regulation part of economics go I believe businesses should have to adhere to strict regulations …show more content…
America is also the leader of the Western world and as that leader, America has great power and influence. Many times throughout history America used this power for good. For example, America used its power to rebuild Europe After World War Two. However, America has also used this influence to rig other countries elections, prop up cruel and dictatorial governments and to intervene in foreign wars(Watson). Many of these actions may have seemed necessary at the time but caused unimaginable problems later. As the leader of the Western World America sets the example that most countries will follow. As such it should be in America’s interest not to “police” the world but to guide the world. This should include a focus on a country's citizens and on a country's own government and military. I believe that America should not force a county to adhere to America’s way but to provide countries with the best example for a county