Whether or not the U.S. should attempt to enforce democracy on other countries.

I look forward to this debate... Before I start, I shall state some rules that I think should be implemented. CON may post in the comments section if he wants any changes.1. No Ad Hominem2. No Forfeiting without Prior Notice3. No Plagiarism4. Have Fun :D==Definitions==As the affirmation, I reserve the right to define the resolution.I believe that the following resolution is the resolution that the Contender was trying to communicate:Resolved : The U.S. should attempt to enforce democracy on other countries.I define...."Should attempt to" as: To make an effort at"Enforce " As: To Support or Urge"Democracy" As : A government by the people. A form of government in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised directly by them or by their elected agents under a free electoral system."On other countries" as : States that are not currently under democratic rule.==Arguments==1. U.S. Pressure Necessary- According to Liz Cheney, on the Intelligence Squared Debates, on September 28, 2007, when outside countries like the U.S. soften their calls for freedom and democratic changes, this emboldens the oppressive regimes to continue their dominant controls over their people. This means without the U.S.’s help, these leaders will continue to oppress the people, destroying the lives of millions of people around the world; especially young women and girls. 2. Improved Economic Prosperity and Decreased War Chances - According to The Belfer Center Studies in International Security (Harvard), in March 1998, democratic governments share power and business opportunities through market economies resulting in more investments from overseas. More trade means more prosperity and reduces risks of war, as trade partners are less likely to war with each other.3. Required in Order to Keep Democratic Supporters - According to the American Heritage Foundation, February 9, 2011, unwillingness to make a strong public commitment to the U.S. tradition of advancing human rights and democracy sent a negative signal to supporters of democracy across the globe, especially those risking their lives for the cause. By not strengthening our support of democracies, we hurt democratic activists. 4. Reduced Political Violence - According to Belfer Center Studies in International Security (Harvard University), March 1998, democracies are less likely to use violence against their own people due to the fact that the government transfers power peacefully through elections and if the leaders want re-election they must not hurt people. The power of the politician lies in his ability to keep his popularity with the people of that nation, and killing/harming innocent people will not support his/her cause. Democratic governments are completely responsive to the public. 5. Universal Value-Democracy is commonly seen as a universal value among societies and cultures. No religion condemns the idea of allowing the people have a fair say in which how they are ruled.6. Less Wars - Democracies tend to go to less wars, as wars tend to put their youth at risk. As I stated before, democracies must listen to the people, and if the people are calling for less wars - then the government will obey. In addition, authoritarian governments have nothing holding them back, and tend to attempt to use wars as a diversion from the failure of their regime, such as corruption, oppression, and lowering economies. It is needless to say that by promotion democracy and lowering the amount of wars, we are doing something in the best interest of America and the nations abroad. 7. Open Economies - Once again relating back to what I said previously, democracies listen to their people and try to keep them happy. Simply put, politicians try their best at promoting and increasing wealth and trade. Democracies tend to have more open economies and free trade, and more nations following this example will result in a increase in global economies. Given our current state, need I say more?8. Fighting Terrorism - What tends to cause terrorism? Anger, poverty, and dissent often push people towards terrorist groups. Democracies lower these root causes, and decrease terrorism as a result. Furthermore, democracies are more likely to support America's War on Terrorism, as support for America increases due to our contributions to them.==========With this, I draw my arguments to a conclusion. Vote PRO and support democracy.I await Con's response. ;D