In the Jan/Feb Issue of Foreign Affairs, Mike Huckabee gives his views on foreign policy, just like every other MSM-approved candidate has. After leading with “The Bush administration’s arrogant bunker mentality” to grab headlines, Huckabee attacks the Bush administration for not being aggressive enough, and not spending enough on the military.
But on the bright side, the Huckster takes a moderate approach towards Iran:
“Whereas there can be no rational dealings with al Qaeda, Iran is a nation-state seeking regional clout and playing the game of power politics we understand and can skillfully pursue. We cannot live with al Qaeda, but we might be able to live with a contained Iran. Iran will not acquire nuclear weapons on my watch. But before I look parents in the eye to explain why I put their son’s or daughter’s life at risk, I want to do everything possible to avoid conflict. We have substantive issues to discuss with Tehran. Recent direct negotiations about Iraq have not been productive because they have not explored the full range of issues. We have valuable incentives to offer Iran: trade and economic assistance, full diplomatic relations, and security guarantees.”
However, he later calls for “toughening our stance with Pakistan”, thereby switching one boogeyman out for another. Since the most recent NIE has discredited those clamoring for war with Iran the loudest, Huckabee has chosen to go an alternate route.
Here’s a summary of some of his other views:
1. Energy Autarky - “Energy Independence” within 10 years; large Gov
