Dollar Diplomacy vs. Big Stick Policy and the Impacts of War in the Lives of Americans

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The Impacts of World War I on America
The “dollar diplomacy” championed by President Taft was a more economically-oriented foreign policy than President Roosevelt’s “big stick” policy, which focused on using military force. Taft’s policy involved American investment abroad to increase the nation’s influence in foreign markets, while Roosevelt’s policy relied on aggressive rhetoric and a show of military strength (Florida State College). The effectiveness of each approach is difficult to gauge as their success depends on the specific situation; Roosevelt’s strategy was more successful in some cases, and Taft’s more successful in others.
The war brought about significant changes in the everyday lives of Americans. Most notable were the increased employment opportunities, higher wages, and better working conditions for those on the home front. Consequently, there was an improved standard of living, with more money to spend on leisure. Despite this, rationing and shortages made people more creative and resourceful with what they had (Chin). The war had lasting effects on American culture, such as a greater acceptance of racial diversity and increased patriotism.<...