As he did throughout his life, he believed that every American should have the right to prevent the government from infringing on the liberties of its citizens. Certain liberties, including those of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition, should be sacred to everyone :)
His mission brought the Chinese into contact with the outposts of Hellenistic culture established by Alexander the Great, opened the way for exchanges of envoys between these Central Asian states and the Han, and led to the introduction into China of a superior breed of horses and new plants, such as grapes and alfalfa ...
Preserving the national security of the United States. Promoting world peace and a secure global environment. Maintaining a balance of power among nations. Working with allies to solve international problems.
