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Allow others to enslave your citizens at their will. Jefferson had a copy of the Koran translated to help the American people understand their enemy.

The Barbary wars were very popular.

The Muslim kingdoms claimed and demanded tribute, as their right over Christians.

Yes, much of modern prosperity and society depend on enforcing international rules against preying upon shipping.

[DIRTYSECRET]

‘The Barbary wars were very popular.’
Washington wanted to pay them off. John Adams was openly against Jefferson.

‘much of modern prosperity and society depend on enforcing international rules against preying upon shipping.’
Some people just don’t want to play. Cheap oil and cheap labor is the rope our enemies will use to hang us.