American Foreign Policy: Theodore Roosevelt And Woodrow Wilson

American foreign policy has been handled in many ways by many presidents. Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson both had these important decisions to make regarding foreign policy in very important times for American history. Their point of view and reasoning behind their actions taking on foreign policy have their differences and similarities. Theodore Roosevelt ideas for foreign policy were mainly based on his brief stint in the military. He really wanted to strengthen the defense of the United States by way of building up the navy. His saying “speak softly and carry a big stick” meant to not go looking for war but be more than ready if actions need to be taken. He also had imperialistic ideas and wanted the U.S. to be a world power house