There is much talk today about the risks of a new era of American isolationism and a lack of US leadership in the world. It is important to remember that isolationism can be triggered not only by a potential retreat from global affairs, but also by the rather imprudent use of America’s hard and soft power on the world stage.
如今人们大谈美国孤立主义和世界缺少美国领导的时期的风险。很重要的一点是要记住，触发孤立主义的不仅可以是从国际事务中的退出，也可以是在国际舞台上滥用美国的软硬实力。