Which had been the policy of most true conservatives, ie understanding that certain cultures are not as enlightened as we are, but making alliances in pursuit of our national interest.
The invasion of "conservatism" by Scoop Jackson Democrats, who want to sacrifice the lives of young American men in the name of "imposing Democracy" is one of the most noxious political trends of the past 35 years.
And how has that served America today?
A menacing China, with nukes pointed out against the one that resurrected its modern avatar.