The Democratic Republic of Congo has been immersed in a protracted civil war exacerbated by the legacy of colonial influence and U.S. involvement in the politics of the nation during the Cold War
Explain how the Rwandan genocide has contributed to the ongoing ethnic violence and discuss the arguments about U.S. intervention.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Varies but the answer should discuss Belgian influence on the role of Hutus and Tutsis, the overflow of the Rwanda genocide into the DRC in particular for retribution, the enlistment of conflicting factions by governments. Discussion should consider the role of the United States propping up Mobutu at a significant cost to the Congolese people. The argument for intervention considers the fact that genocide is contrary to U.S. values. Those against argue that the United States should not be the world's police force and they should only intervene when national interests are directly threatened and fear of overextending as the U.S. military is already embroiled in protracted military engagements in SW Asia brought on by involvement to preserve to national interests.
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