“…The citizens of the United States cherish sentiments the most friendly in favor of the liberty and happiness of their fellow-men on that side of the Atlantic. In the wars of the European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, nor does it comport with our policy to do so.” It is only when our rights are invaded or seriously menaced that we...make preparation for our defense.”


What is the U.S. claiming about their history of foreign policy?