Part 1- Did the United States learn the correct lesson from the Soviet defeat in Afghanistan? Why/why not?
make sure you use quotes & examples from the reading (1-1.5 pages)
part 2- After completing this week’s readings & videos, answer the following questions (1-2 paragraphs each):
1. How did Jimmy Carter change how we saw the Greater Middle East’s role in our national interest? Was this wise?
2. Who took the Soviet Union’s place as enemy #1 for America? Why?
3. Should Reagan have sent the Marines to Beirut? Why/why not?