Question

Question refers to the excerpt below.

"I have thought of something that is not part of my speech and I'm worried over whether I should do it.

Can we doubt that only a Divine Providence placed this land, this island of freedom, here as a refuge for all those people in the world who yearn to breathe freely: Jews and Christians enduring persecution behind the Iron Curtain, the boat people of Southeast Asia, of Cuba and Haiti, the victims of drought and famine in Africa, the freedom fighters of Afghanistan and our own countrymen held in savage captivity.

I'll confess that I've been a little afraid to suggest what I'm going to suggest—I'm more afraid not to—that we begin our crusade joined together in a moment of silent prayer. God bless America."—Ronald Reagan, from his speech at the Republican National Convention, July 17, 1980

Sentiments expressed in Reagan's speech reflect which of the following?

A growing fundamentalist influence
A religion-based foreign policy
A response to Carter's faith-based initiatives
A renewed commitment to the containment policy

Answer 1

Answer: A religion-based foreign policy

Step-by-step explanation:

Reagan implies that the United States has been divinely ordained to serve as a safe haven for those facing persecution and oppression. He then calls on the audience to participate in a moment of contemplation, prior to embarking on an effort to promote this cause. This conveys the idea that the United States holds a moral duty to disseminate liberty and democratic values globally, with a foundation in religious convictions. The excerpt does not provide support for any of the other alternatives offered.