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A Conversation About USAID

A Conversation About USAID

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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) played a vital role in U.S. foreign relations for over six decades. What began as a Cold War instrument to allegedly "curb communism" through economic development grew into a global agency addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges. This support was not met without criticism or opposition, as was recently reported here at the LA Progressive. But, like almost anything, USAID was a complex organization. It also provided essential support services and supplies across the globe by supporting development, healthcare, reducing poverty, and responding to emergencies.

This is Sharon Kyle, the publisher of the LAProgressive.com. I spent some time in conversation with Matt Kavanaugh about his experience with USAID. Matt is a public health professional who has had more than a dozen years of experience working with the organization. The recent dismantling of USAID by the Trump administration will impact millions of lives and perhaps affect international stability and goodwill toward the United States. Matt knows something about this. To read this article in its entirety, click here.



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