Candidates release foreign policy platforms

By Rachel Scissors

As the debate grows closer, each candidate is solidifying their platforms, including their stances on foreign policy. At the time of publication, five of the six candidates had published their foreign policy platforms to their campaign websites. Each candidate has addressed unique issues that fall under the broad category of foreign policy.

The three Republican candidates all preach policies of isolationism, arguing that the US should put itself first to maintain our own nation’s stability and power. Mizuki Brent proposes an increase to the military budget regarding anti-nuclear weapon initiatives. Brent also suggests a poll to measure public opinion about national defense, which will be used by state representatives to make military decisions. Logan Glazier has identified crucial actions he hopes to take, including severing ties with foreign governments that go against American core values and encouraging competition between private contractors to develop advanced combat technologies. Gideon Helf, taking a more liberal stance, voices his support for legal immigration. He also aims to promote “if you see something, say something” and defends Israel.

On the Democratic side, Ali Hammoud and Bennett Solomon share the view that immigrants should be welcomed into the country. Hammoud explains that immigrants are needed to maintain levels of production that are competitive with economic powers such as China and India. He also vows to stop supporting Saudi Arabia and its intervention in Yemen. Solomon also references less US involvement abroad, proposing that American troops be brought home to protect the nation. He strives to modernize the military and, from an economic standpoint, enforce trade laws.

Grace Cabral did not have a foreign policy platform at the time of publication. This story will be updated when it is available.The Daily Derenberger will also be releasing summaries of the candidates’ healthcare and tax reform policies later this week.