ABSTRACT
America must stand for, seek, and secure a world of liberty under law. Internationally, Americans would be safer, richer, and healthier in a world of countries that have achieved this balance—mature liberal democracies. Building a world of liberty under law will make it harder for specific grievances and fanatical ideologies to take root and grow into global violence. The United States should assist and encourage Popular, Accountable, and Rights-regarding governments worldwide. If the United Nations cannot be reformed, the Concert would provide an alternative forum for liberal democracies to authorize collective action, including the use of force, by a supermajority vote. The ability of terror networks to dictate the agenda of the world's leading powers is a crucial source of their strength; the United States must not dance to this tune. The United States must build a stronger protective infrastructure—throughout our society, people’s government, and the wider world—that helps prevent threats and limits the damage once they materialize.
