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Question: With which wing, as the article defines them, do you most identify with as a Democrat?
#1
Liberal internationalist
 
#2
Leftist anti-imperialist
 
#3
Not a Democrat
 
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Total Voters: 26

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opebo
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« on: May 26, 2006, 04:46:55 PM »

Obviously the non-military aspect of 'liberal internationalist' imperialism - such as the UN - has been fairly beneficial for the US and the interests of at least its elite.   When this philosophy of international relations has been used to engage in aggressive wars - such as Vietnam, Korea, Iraq, etc., its utility has been very poor.  

I voted that I am a 'leftist anti-imperialist', but I don't think that fits pefectly.  I would prefer the appellation 'McGovern Democrat'.
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« Reply #1 on: May 26, 2006, 05:05:58 PM »

Obviously the non-military aspect of 'liberal internationalist' imperialism - such as the UN - has been fairly beneficial for the US and the interests of at least its elite.   When this philosophy of international relations has been used to engage in aggressive wars - such as Vietnam, Korea, Iraq, etc., its utility has been very poor. 

I voted that I am a 'leftist anti-imperialist', but I don't think that fits pefectly.  I would prefer the appellation 'McGovern Democrat'.

McGovern is more of a war hero than any of the warmongers.
http://www.law.uc.edu/current/auschwitz050418/index.html


I have no doubt about that.  The man was very admirable in many ways.  However I do believe he questioned america's empire more than any other candidate for president.  I suppose Jimmy Carter came closest during his presidency to reducing imperialism, as far as actual elected leaders.. and he has certainly spoken out against it since.
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