Topic: 201 Years of the Monroe Doctrine: How Is It Still Shaping Foreign Policy Today?
When: Tuesday 12/2/2025 at 2:00 pm ET
The Monroe Doctrine. Announced December 2, 1823 by President James Monroe. Drafted by Secretary of State John Quincy Adams—himself a future president—the Doctrine played a crucial role in making our fledgling Republic into the world superpower it is today. From the French Intervention in Mexico (1861) to modern tensions, we break down how this two-century-old Doctrine still influences our foreign policy. Join us Tuesday, December 2, the Monroe Doctrine’s 201st birthday, as we discuss the legacy behind one of America’s most enduring foreign policies.
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