The South Carolina case for strategic U.S. foreign aid – The State

May 22, 2025 | By Eaddy Roe Willard, Executive Committeewoman and former Chair of the Richland County Republican Party

“Reagan, while initially skeptical about foreign aid, came to view foreign assistance as a crucial tool to advance America’s interests on the global stage. He understood that achieving long-term American prosperity would require multiple tools, including military strength, foreign assistance, strong diplomacy and more… The United States must continue to fund those international assistance programs that advance our national interests. We can get rid of fraud and abuse while continuing the beneficial programs that improve American lives and strengthen our national security each and every day.”