Issue 63

Why is the U.S. in the Middle East?

Even if we don’t import oil from the Middle East anymore, we must secure oil access for the global economy.

10%

Israel’s security hinges on a strong U.S. presence in the Middle East.

16%

America must secure the region to deny money and resources to both terrorists and would-be nuclear powers.

25%

Our allies can do fine, and we can offer help with a radically smaller force of mostly air and naval assets.

29%

The U.S. has no real strategic interests in the Middle East and should leave as soon as possible.

20%