Question

What are some features of the Harding/Coolidge political agenda, and how do they reflect a return to isolationism?

Answer 1

The following are some features of the Harding-Coolidge Agenda:

• The United States would put limits on its own involvement in international affairs.

• It would keep itself aloof from permanent alliances.

• The US would take all the necessary steps to maintain peace within its territory. Even if it means denying military help to other nations.

• If any international agreement is to be made, it would be done on the grounds of established laws, not on the basis of military power.

• These features were proposed to clearly isolate the United States from the rest of the world and its problems.