The danger that terrorists will employ chemical, biological, or nuclear materiel will grow. Terrorists will attack less-protected targets, including vulnerable communications systems and infrastructure. Trends in international terrorism worldwide, including attacks against American targets, extent of damage, and the number of casualties. Open political systems and societies to democratic practices, the rule of law, good governance, and respect for human rights. Democracy is the best guarantor of universal human rights and the fundamental right of all people to have a say in their government.
Democracies produce long-term economic growth, as well as social and political stability.
In supporting the spread of democracy, the United States is simultaneously promoting American values while helping create a more stable, secure, and cooperative global arena in which to advance all U.S. interests. Support democratic transitions and help consolidate new democracies, especially in regions and countries of importance to the United States. Advocate respect for human rights globally, deter human rights abuses, spotlight gross violators, and intervene in selected human rights cases. Support freedom of religion. Advance core labor standards, strengthen independent trade union movements, and promote labor human rights.