Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania are independent. The old Yugoslavia has shattered into five separate states. In these countries security issues and the transition from communism to democracy affect vital American interests. There is no shortage of tasks that we could undertake. Young faculty work with U.S. mentors to develop new courses on governance, journalism, and other critical subjects.
Entrepreneurs see first-hand how American small businesses create wealth and promote choice.
The cream of the successor generation attend American high schools and experience democracy first-hand in our families, our classrooms, and our communities. It is no exaggeration to say that in large measure the future of their countries is riding on their shoulders. Needless to say, the nature of their future has profound implications for us. We are proud of these programs, Mr. Chairman. The balance is covered by FSA funds.