Question

So I have to write an argumentative essay on Canadians peacekeeping in foreign countries (Cyprus, Rwanda, Somalia, Bosnia, Croatia) and I have to argue whether Canadians should or shouldn't be peacekeeping in foreign countries. I have to have 3 main arguments, but I can't think of three solid ones for either yes or no.

Can you give me some ideas for 3 main points for either the yes or no side of the argument?

Answer 1

Yes:

* Developed democracies have a responsibility to help keep peace in the world.
* Canada is a member of the United Nations.
* Preventing wars helps protect Canada.

No:
* The money spent is wasted.
* The safety of Canadian troops should not be risked.
* Canada should maintain its neutrality.

Answer 2

Thanks for the answer, but a few questions.

Why exactly do developed democracies have said responsibility, and how does preventing wars protect Canada?

Answer 3

In most ethical views, the strong have a responsibility to protect the weak.

You think about how preventing wars protects Canada.

Answer 4

If anything, I feel that peacekeeping would only agitate other countries of Canada's presence, no?

Answer 5

That's possible.

But in times of war, Canada may be involved -- as it was in World War I and World War II.

Answer 6

So basically what you're saying is if a war breaks out in the country Canada is peacekeeping in, they'll feel obliged to participate?