What were the aims of the Arab Spring, and what were the regional implications for U.S. foreign policy?

• A. Aimed at democratic reform; impacted U.S. relationships with Middle East partners; raised concerns about Islamist movements, governance, instability, and the balance between security and reform
• B. Aimed at expanding autocratic rule; strengthened U.S. support for all regimes unconditionally
• C. Had no impact on U.S. foreign policy
• D. Led to immediate economic sanctions against the region

Answer: (A)