They say Biden was wrong on foreign policy for fifty years. That makes sense, he learned from Harry Truman

I've had this book for over 35 years.  After being at the bottom of the pile it finally made it to the top. ~ N.E.H.

Q.  Do I read books?
A.  Not enough         

AI Overview

A Foreign Policy for Americans, published in 1951 by Senator Robert A. Taft (R-Ohio), outlines a conservative, non-interventionist approach to foreign affairs during the early Cold War. Written as a critique of the internationalist policies of the Truman administration, the book argues that the primary purpose of American foreign policy shoud be to protect the liberty and security of the American people, rather than attempting to reshape the world.

Core Principles

Primary National Interest: Taft asserted that foreign policy must focus on the security and prosperity of the United States, arguing against global altruism or "dollar diplomacy" if it did not serve U.S. interests.Opposition to Unlimited Intervention: He opposed the open-ended commitment of American troops and resources overseas, particularly criticizing the lack of congressional authorization in the Korean War.

Criticism of Executive Power: Taft believed the Truman administration's use of military power without a formal declaration of war from Congress undermined the Constitution.

Anti-Communism with Limits: While opposed to Soviet expansion, Taft preferred economic aid over massive military overcommitments to prevent the spread of communism.

Key Recommendations

Powerful Defense Forces: Taft advocated for a strong U.S. military, particularly in the air and on the sea, rather than relying on large, permanent standing ground forces in foreign countries.

Strategic Aid: He supported providing arms and economic aid to countries willing to fight against Communist infiltration, rather than fighting those battles primarily with American soldiers.

Limited Troop Commitments: He was cautious about placing troops in Europe, eventually accepting only a limited presence (six divisions) for defense rather than occupation.

Taft's philosophy, often referred to as a "new kind" of isolationism by critics, was rooted in a deep suspicion of foreign entanglements and a preference for maintaining American sovereignty and constitutional checks on power.