Diplomacy: The art and skill involved in negotiation through peaceful means (as opposed to conflict)
America’s First Foreign Policy Isolationism (1776): No entangling alliances. Little or no interference with other countries outside of trade and necessary diplomacy. America’s First Foreign Policy PROS CONS
Imperialism (Expansionism): Expanding power and influence through conquering political and economic control over an area, especially by acquiring territory PROS CONS
“Big Stick” Diplomacy (1904 Teddy Roosevelt): The U.S. is a police force that should maintain order in the world with force, if necessary. PROS CONS
Dollar Diplomacy: (1909) Using trade and financial investment $$$ to gain influence and as motivation for foreign policy decisions PROS CONS
Moral Diplomacy: (World War I) Promoting Cooperation/Diplomacy, with the goal of spreading democracy and giving aide to foreign nations PROS CONS