The fact that the United States remains silent in the face of human rights violations by a number of countries illustrates that
A) the United States has been pursuing a policy of isolationism since the end of World War II.
B) promoting human rights is less important to American foreign policy than security concerns and economic interests.
C) the president has only limited power in determining American foreign policy.
D) Congress has only limited power in determining American foreign policy.
E) deterrence greatly influences American foreign policy.

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The United States' foreign policy prioritizes security concerns and economic interests over promoting human rights. The US has a history of supporting or turning a blind eye to human rights violations by their allies or countries that are strategically important to them.

The Fact That the United States Remains Silent in the Face