Issue 71

What is the effect of domestic unrest and civil discord upon U.S. foreign policy?

They have had no effect on U.S. foreign policy and military readiness.

3%

Our allies and enemies expect occasional volatility and factor that in their strategies.

5%

China, Russia, and other enemies are now seeking to enhance discord and to look for areas to exploit abroad.

64%

If widescale social chaos continues, the U.S. will not be able to retain deterrence abroad or ensure help to allies.

15%

2020–21 was a wake-up call that the U.S. is no longer a stable power and cannot exercise global leadership.

14%