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Progressive Democrats Propose New Good Neighbor Policy

2/11/2026

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On February 10, 2026, progressive Democrats introduced a resolution to abandon the Monroe Doctrine in favor of cooperative Western Hemisphere policy.
Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-N.Y.) emphasized mutual respect to address drug trafficking and climate change.
The resolution criticizes the Trump administration's "Donroe Doctrine" as a continuation of failed policies.
It calls for Congress to reject interference in Latin America and adopt a New Good Neighbor policy, ending Cuba blockade.

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Story summary

On February 10, 2026, progressive Democrats introduced a resolution to abandon the Monroe Doctrine in favor of cooperative Western Hemisphere policy.
Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-N.Y.) emphasized mutual respect to address drug trafficking and climate change.
The resolution criticizes the Trump administration's "Donroe Doctrine" as a continuation of failed policies.
It calls for Congress to reject interference in Latin America and adopt a New Good Neighbor policy, ending Cuba blockade.