Downfall of U.S. Hegemonic Power

Our last week of class was an interesting experience. More and more I found that I actually do think the greatest threat to the United States role as a hegemonic power, is ourselves. We have always had some level of isolationist policy, but this has increased in recent years. Specifically, when looking at the past two years under the Trump administration, our policy has been to withdrawal from the global governance structure whenever we disagree with a proposed action or stance. However, it needs to be reiterated to the administration, and its supporters, that if you do not like something, then change it. The only way to effectively change the policy of an organization is by being a respected part of the body. There have been multiple times when I have heard President Trump argue that the direction of an organization or structure is wrong, that’s why we must leave. But this only removes our position as a respected member of the global community, and forces countries to work on solutions without us having a seat at the table.

When looking at other groups arguments, I did find them compelling, even believing that they are a threat to U.S. hegemonic power, but not the biggest threat. Looking at the global war on terror argument, I had a hard time grasping just why the group thought this was the greatest threat. Yes, the United States does spend an enormous amount of money on the GWOT, but I would argue that this places us in front of the eyes of other countries, reiterating our global hegemonic power.

Even with the possible lose of hegemonic power, I do not see this happening in the near future. If we continue on this path, it could definitely happen, just not within the next 5 years.

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