International assistance safeguards American values – Deseret News

March 28, 2025 | By Lt. Colonel Bruce Roberts, CEO of August Mission (Ret.)

“In recent months, many American leaders have questioned the value of U.S. foreign aid. My decades of service in the military taught me that foreign assistance and diplomacy are, in fact, profoundly important… I served in the military for 28 years. During my tenure, I saw firsthand how international engagement and assistance complement military might to protect American interests abroad… At the end of the day, foreign assistance saves lives both at home and abroad. By continuing to supply smart foreign aid to countries in need, we can protect American values and security for decades to come.”