Number: RL34296 Title: Democracy Promotion: Cornerstone of U.S. Foreign Policy? Authors: Susan B. Epstein, Nina Serafino, and Francis T. Miko, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report provides background information on democracy promotion policy and activities, discusses the difficulties involved in such efforts, and presents perspectives on the benefits and costs of such efforts. It also provides information on congressional efforts to assist other parliaments in democratizing countries. Pages: 33 Date: January 29, 2008