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p Misfortune and tragedy has a way of making people sit up and notice Each time terrible things occur , people began to recall the events that led to the present malaise and vows not to repeat the same mistakes

At the turn of the 21st century the United States of America was greeted with one of the most infamous events in the country 's history September 11 will now and forever be remembered as a day of infamy . The lessons of 9 /11 will not easily be forgotten . In fact , five years after

the event the current administration -also the incumbent in the 9 /11 event - is still trying to find ways to keep America safe once again

In connection to the effort of stopping terrorism on its tracks there are currently two kinds of international wars being waged . One is a direct attack against terror . Afghanistan and Iraq , perceived symbols of terrorist activities were brought to their knees . Both nations felt the full force of America 's armed forces

The second kind of war does not use gunpowder and electronic weapons Instead of lethal force this one is an indirect attack on the source of terrorism - extreme poverty . There is no hard evidence to support the assumption that poverty breeds suicide bombers . But it is a well-known fact that terrorists are a dime a dozen in poor countries . No wonder many would easily make the connection between desperation - brought about by intense poverty - and terrorism

The indirect war against terrorism is now one of the most important initiatives by the Bush Administration . Concrete steps were made in the year 2002 when President George W . Bush announced to the world that the US government will lead the way in giving assistance to very poor nations . It is not hard to understand there was a radical change in foreign policy . After such a long time of indecisiveness with regards to policies concerning poor countries , the US is back as one of the most generous philanthropist nation in the world

The Millennium Challenge Act

The new Millennium has brought new kinds of challenges to the human race . Foremost of these are in economics and health . It is surprising that even in the modern age poverty could still not be conquered . Most importantly in the time when information can now travel so fast there are still places where ignorance about communicable diseases is rampant So for this new age , America boldly declares it will become part of the solution

The first time the program was unveiled to the world was on March 14 2002 at the Inter-American Development Bank where President Bush was heard advocating retooled foreign aid concepts , .a new compact for global development , defined by new accountability for both rich and poor nations alike . Greater contributions from developed nations must be linked to greater responsibility from developing nations (see White House website

The second time the world heard about such a bold attempt to eradicate poverty was a week later . On...