Summary
The ADVANCE Democracy Act of 2005 proposes making the promotion of democracy and human rights a central pillar of United States foreign policy. It would restructure the Department of State by creating new leadership positions, such as an Under Secretary for Global Affairs, and establishing "Regional Democracy Hubs" to support democratic movements in nondemocratic countries.
For the average citizen, this bill represents a shift in how federal tax dollars and diplomatic resources are used abroad, prioritizing the support of foreign activists and nongovernmental organizations over maintaining the status quo with undemocratic governments. It also mandates specialized training for U.S. diplomats in democracy promotion and requires the government to collect evidence on international crimes, such as genocide, to hold foreign leaders accountable. While the bill was introduced in 2005, it did not become law, though many of its concepts influenced subsequent foreign policy debates.
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