Foreign electoral interventions are attempts by governments, covertly or overtly, to influence elections in another country. A 2016 study by Dov H. Levin concluded that the country intervening in most foreign elections was the United States with 81 interventions, followed by Russia (including the former Soviet Union) with 36 interventions from 1946 to 2000. In July 2018 U.S. Representative Ro Khanna introduced an amendment that would have prevented U.S. intelligence agencies from receiving funding that could be used to interfere in the elections of foreign governments. The amendment would…
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@ISIDEWITH7yrs7Y
No, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy
If it meets our needs, we plant the seeds. (Referencing our previous interest in the middle east, Israel and Ukraine.) Now if it's another country, consumed with greed, then it may need to bleed. (Referencing Russia's interference in our election). That is my stance on foreign policy. Folks, you have to understand we have to defend our soil on every soil. We have to express America's interests in other interests. An attack on one of us is attack on all of us. Don't let Ukraine into NATO but make sure Russia knows he can't run from all us or hide in China's shadow.
@9FR9TC72yrs2Y
@9FP63JH2yrs2Y
I believe that we should try to influence other country's elections and policy because foreign countries, can be possible terrorist threats.
@9G8HYWY2yrs2Y
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@ISIDEWITH7yrs7Y
Yes
@9FP628D 2yrs2Y
No, with our values of fair and unrigged elections on our soil, attempting to rig foreign elections is hypocritical.
@9FPGH762yrs2Y
Even if it wasn’t an authoritarian nation like China or Russia, would you be fine with the EU or Taiwan bribing politicians to fill their pockets?
@9GDDCTR2yrs2Y
We got upset when we suspected foreign governments interfering with ours. Why should we interfere with others? It's hypocritical.
@9G8HYWY2yrs2Y
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@ISIDEWITH7yrs7Y
Yes, but only to address security threats, not monetary interests
@9FP63JH2yrs2Y
If we help with foreign country elections, we can increase the number of rivals. Which in turn can help the U.S.'s economic system, trade system, and more.
@9FX326Y2yrs2Y
If their country elects a bad leader let it fall apart so we can come in, save the day, and then elect our own officials there as its a new state.
@9GLFG7R2yrs2Y
While it is important to address security threats, it is equally important to consider the potential monetary interests that foreign interference in elections can have. In many cases, foreign powers may seek to influence election outcomes in order to further their own economic interests, gain access to resources, or undermine potential competitors. This can have serious consequences for the affected country's economy, as well as for global stability. Therefore, it is crucial that we address both security threats and monetary interests when it comes to foreign interference in elections.
@8L5CPPS5yrs5Y
No, we should not influence their elections like we don’t want them influencing ours
No, Only in just retaliation
@9DVTX7N2yrs2Y
Only for the Cape independence Referandum to get the Western Cape independent for are new American ally
This seems to do more harm than good.
Deleted1mo1MO
NO... Under all morally sound, legally justifiable, and strategically sustainable frameworks grounded in first principles of sovereignty, consent, truth, and justice, the government should not attempt to influence foreign elections. Even if disguised as national interest, such actions violate ethical boundaries, destabilize trust, erode legitimacy, and compromise both the influenced and the influencer. No, never by deception, not even by intention.
@AAbattery444Progressive 3mos3MO
I am open to our government ethically influencing foreign elections, but only through transparent and fair methods like open support or principled lobbying, and absolutely never through tampering with electoral processes. Such influence must be carefully considered and strictly limited to promoting candidates who are demonstrably committed to universal human rights, societal equity, and the genuine well-being of their people, not their exploitation.
@B58WYFF3mos3MO
Yes but only for purposes of national security and no monetary interests, to protect human rights from a tyrannical ruler, and not tamper with a fair voting process only to influence public opinion.
@B4GCVY54mos4MO
Regardless, voting should be banned globally to not disturb the changes made by totalitarian regimes
@B3DVFJ9 5mos5MO
We should not do any hacking or manipulating of their campaigns or voting system, but we could non-monetarily show our support for policies or candidates that we believe to be helpful to their country, but ultimately we should stay out just like they should stay out of ours.
@9D644HF2yrs2Y
Capitalism propaganda campaigns should never be allowed in any situation and should be replaced with democratic and socialist principles
Removed by author2yrs2Y
Yes, our nation's values should be spread as much as possible
No, If we have an issue with a country, we should request the UN take action
@9D5JG5H2yrs2Y
No the U.S. should not influence other democratic elections just as U.S. people don't want other countries to influence elections in our country.
@9D58MH32yrs2Y
Only to ensure free and fair elections, transparently, and through normal diplomatic channels. Never through subterfuge.
@9D4TZSV2yrs2Y
Only through speeches and statements.
@9D3RPBQ2yrs2Y
No, and we should not try to influence any other country’s elections or policy, Add certainly don’t Militarily intervene against unfavourable countries
@8FMT7HQ5yrs5Y
Not officially but any advantage we can create we should. All other countries do.
@8FH2MJQ5yrs5Y
Yes, and there should be only one country at all
Yes, but only to address potential security threats and to protect the country from human rights violations by a tyrannical ruler
No, but we should provide support in the instance that the outcome leads to asylum seeking immigration.
@9YCL52Y9mos9MO
there hasn't been a time in our history in witch this has not happened, thus I believe stopping would be nearly impossible. all those I personally believe this is extremely immoral, the president does not have a say.
@9XKZ2P49mos9MO
Only in the case of dictatorships where we can then stabilize the country and not create a power vacuum
@9WZGZJB10mos10MO
A mix of two answers: to address security threats, not monetary interests and protecting a country from human rights violations. For the people, basically.
@9W76PP610mos10MO
Depends. While it's not really our business to interfere with another country's affairs, it would be in our best interest to address security threats and concerns.
@9VLXC7D10mos10MO
The government needs to let people find their own opinions unless it gets like REALLY out of hand and people are being fed misinformation.
@9VGGMSS10mos10MO
Yes, but only as a passive example of how to have a Constitutional Democratic Republic. There should be no active involvement in other countries’ elections.
@9N8MT4F 1yr1Y
No, the federal government should not be spending taxpayer money on this. We should also not try to influence any other country's elections or policy.
@9QSH92S1yr1Y
Yes, but only if the people call for revolution AND their politics align with ours to prevent an unwanted leadership.
@CurvyletterConstitution 1yr1Y
No, as it is unethical to interfere in the democratic processes of another country, and interfering in another country's elections is a violation of their sovereignty
@9M59LGJ1yr1Y
The government should only influence foreign elections if it is a direct threat the the United States. If it is not, then the government should allow other countries to create their own path and work through their own elections.
@9LB5T341yr1Y
If the government influence foreign elections, it could cause problems for not only the US but the nation that the government is trying to influence. This is more of a double edged sword.
@9KZ4G8H1yr1Y
Yes, but only to influence public opinion in order to protect the country from human rights violations by a tyrannical ruler
We should make sure people are aware of the problems in their country, but we should let them make their own decisions.
Yes, to promote our interests and democracy, protect the country from human rights violations by a tyrannical ruler, and address security threats
@9KLLSFBRepublican 1yr1Y
Yes, but only to address security threats, safeguard human rights, and as long as democracy is not impeded upon.
no as this is a simple slap to the face of everything Americans have fought and died for over the past 250 years
@9HNVFDB2yrs2Y
It would depend on the attempt itself, I would have no issue with a President expressing a preference in an international election for a specific candidate or cause; I would however have an issue with that very President tampering with that election process in any manner.
@9HNMJ862yrs2Y
No, we should not mess with foreign countries rights to vote. But we should influence the people on the ideas of human rights
Yes, to address security threats, not monetary interests, and to protect the country from human rights violations by a tyrannical ruler.
@9HJJTS32yrs2Y
Not the government, but private individuals could be justified in undermining foreign governments and bringing about global anarchism.
@9HCWRM52yrs2Y
No, only the UN should have this ability if human rights violations occur within a country. This applies to countries both within and outside of the organization. The UN should be given direct power in this regard, not just "speaking power"
@Yaunti2 2yrs2Y
Yes, but only to address security threat and they should do it by addressing that nation via the U.N.
@9H4J7RJIndependent2yrs2Y
Yes, but only in extreme cases of human rights violations or threats to the life of people in that country.
@9GHGD6N2yrs2Y
Yes, ideally no, but every nation will ultimately act to further their own geopolitical interests though.
@9GBPXV82yrs2Y
This is a case by case thing. We should generally try to stay out of other countries' internal affairs. But, there may be some cases where it is in our vital national interest to let our feelings be known.
@9GBGZHC2yrs2Y
No, as this has been often used to undermine democratic regimes in nations like Chile and Guatemala, hurting our international reputation
@9G4T46Q2yrs2Y
Yes, to address security threats and protect the country from human rights violations & tyrannical ruler(s)- not for monetary interests.
@9FZM9552yrs2Y
The federal government should prioritize domestic affairs and refrain from involvement in matters beyond the United States' borders.
@9FVPFB6Independent 2yrs2Y
Yes, but only when there is a security or alliance-change risk with the leadership change, but it should always don't within the legal parameters of each nation and never for financial gain.
@9FQ87LD2yrs2Y
As long as the government does it secretly so the other country doesn’t find out, it can influence elections in the interest of America.
@Yaunti2 2yrs2Y
Yes, but only to protect and prevent human rights or environmental protection violations, not for monetary interests
@9FPBMPD 2yrs2Y
Yes, for security and financial reasons
@9FLPFCL2yrs2Y
No, it did not turn out well when the US interfered in the Vietnamese elections at the start of the Vietnam War.
@9FJKZJJ2yrs2Y
Yes, if it is a good influence. An influence for good.
@9FHJ4XW2yrs2Y
Yes, but only to ensure we are safe
@9FGMQK3 2yrs2Y
Yes, but only as a last resort.
@9FCNT9Y 2yrs2Y
I don't exactly see this question as a yes-or-no answer. I believe that the opinions we have are influenced by where we live, so what we view as good for another country may not align with the citizens of that nation. Though I do see the benefit of influencing another country's government/ public.
@9FC573P2yrs2Y
No, and reparations should be paid to nations whose democratically elected governments the united states helped to overthrow or directly overthrowed.
@9F8VS56 2yrs2Y
Yes, but only on our adversaries.
@9F8NN9V2yrs2Y
Yes except for portugal i love portugal
@9F2NXZB2yrs2Y
No, the U.S. should not be able to influence elections, but they should be able to express support for one candidate over the other. Then leave it at that.
No, except in clear justified retaliation.
@9DS9CMD2yrs2Y
I don't really care how elections are ran.
@9DMXBB92yrs2Y
Yes, but only when it directly benefits the American national interest
@9RDFHW61yr1Y
Yes, but only to address security threats, and to protect countries from human rights violations by tyrannical rulers
@9RBBBSQ 1yr1Y
No, but I think economic and strategic military interests should be respected, provided the host country allows them
@9F56K6ZLibertarian2yrs2Y
No, and stop trying to force outcomes from our own elections by jailing political opponents.
@9F3L8XC2yrs2Y
I feel like if u want to influence other country’s you should just live there.
@9DD79J2Republican2yrs2Y
Yes but only under extreme circumstances like if one of the candidates is a known criminal or terrorist of some kind.
@9D9VZF32yrs2Y
No this is against democracy
@9D9NVVB2yrs2Y
Yes. this is simply human nature to attempt to influence others to your way of thinking.
@9D8G35C2yrs2Y
I think it's going to happen anyway, but we should not interfere with our allies
@9D75XL82yrs2Y
Yes, in order to protect foreign countries from dictators and human rights violations.
@9D6M4X82yrs2Y
If there is an obvious threat to the USA, I'm okay with it
@9D6JC74Constitution2yrs2Y
Depends on the situation and country in question.
@9DCRJH42yrs2Y
No, we screw up everything
@9DCNRJ92yrs2Y
This violates everything we stand for and is exactly what we don't want other countries doing, so it would be very bad to do so.
@8VGYZK8 2yrs2Y
No, but government employees should be free to use their own voice to influence public opinion in an unofficial capacity.
@9D8V3VM2yrs2Y
depends upon how important it is to be United States
@9D8QQ9B 2yrs2Y
If our agencies could ever be trusted, yes. But they cannot so No
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