Word: firstism
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...with its domestic policy there is a pronounced degree of me-firstism in the Reaganite Foreign polices, of the feeling that is acceptable-if not preferable-that America solve the problems of the world itself. On many foreign policy fronts, from Central America to East West relations, one notices a propensity for going at it alone, and for refusing the patience needed to see through our problems with our allies. The most visible manifestation of this attitude at home is the misguided "New Patriotism," fully encouraged by the Administration, whereby Americans are mistaking pride in their country for an orgiastic...
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