What extended responsibility did Franklin D. Roosevelt feel was a duty of the United States?

Franklin D. Roosevelt, during his presidency, believed that the United States had an extended responsibility to promote four fundamental freedoms around the world. In his State of the Union Address on January 6, 1941, President Roosevelt outlined what he referred to as the "Four Freedoms." These freedoms were:

1. Freedom of Speech and Expression:

  - The right of individuals to express their thoughts, opinions, and ideas without fear of censorship or reprisal.

2. Freedom of Worship:

  - The right of individuals to practice their chosen religion, or to practice no religion at all, without interference or persecution.

3. Freedom from Want:

  - The concept of economic security and the right to a basic standard of living. Roosevelt articulated that all people should have access to the necessities that make for a decent life.

4. Freedom from Fear:

  - The right to live in peace and security without the fear of aggression, violence, or war.

President Roosevelt believed that these four freedoms were not only essential for the well-being of Americans but were also universal principles that should be embraced and protected worldwide. In the context of World War II and the rise of totalitarian regimes, he emphasized the importance of defending these freedoms to ensure a just and enduring peace. The Four Freedoms became a rallying cry and a moral foundation for the United States as it entered the war and later played a role in shaping international organizations and agreements that aimed to protect human rights and promote global security.