Why might it be important to analyze a policy‘s history?

Is the idea of containment relevant to american foreign and policy today why or why not

How was slavery in mesoamerica, africa, and the arab world similar? many enslaved people were forced to pledge loyalty to their owners. many enslaved people worked in exchange for protection from foreigners. many enslaved people were captured during war. many enslaved people taught and tutored children.

Which religion group faced increased discrimination in terrorist attacks on september 11 2001