Facts, civil events, and current historians demonstrate that the foreign and domestic policies of the United States are in shambles. Our policies, domestic and foreign, suffer from poor design, an unclear mission, and a lack of purpose. This waywardness has resulted in more enemies than friends, as the U.S.'s world influence declines and potential friendly nations become alienated. In International Diplomacy and United States National Policies, author Bernard J. Ficarra acknowledges that a dramatic change is needed and offers assistance in that endeavor.