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mood, along with other forces noted above, accounts for the declining 

 U.S. interest in international development. Nevertheless, it is possible 

 that a new balance in the foreign policy posture of the Nation may be 

 struck as it recovers from the frustrations of Vietnam and fears of 

 economic instability, and succeeds in resolving some of its more press- 

 ing internal problems so long left unattended and others that now seem 

 to threaten its prestige and integrity in the eyes of the world. As the 

 requirements of interdependence press in upon the Nation's security 

 interests, a rational policy choice may compel reengagement on the 

 broader scene of international development. Meanwhile, as this study 

 points out, the Nation is not without recourse in providing at least 

 some remedies for the brain drain. By taking remedial action a con- 

 tribution, however modest, could be made to aid progress toward 

 development in the most seriously affected LDCs while at the same 

 time advancing the economic and military security of the United 

 States. 



