Playing the role of global cop will permanently entangle U.S. in conflict abroad. This choice reflects Cold War thinking and military strategy. U.S. activism should not deter tyrants. This is an amoral approach to human rights abuses. This ignores nonmilitary threats.
Policy raises moral questions about risking U.S. lives to save lives of others abroad.
U.S. cannot spend foreign aid wisely. U.S. should not make enemies trying to enforce human rights, especially when cultural differences fog the issue.