6. Why did Roosevelt implement the Good Neighbor Policy?

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Roosevelt implemented the Good Neighbor Policy in order to improve relations with Latin American countries, promote peace and cooperation in the Western Hemisphere, and counteract aggression from European powers in the region. This policy aimed to create a more friendly and cooperative relationship with Latin American countries, rather than the traditional interventionist approach commonly seen in US foreign policy towards the region.