Tell that to the Iraqis, to whom democracy is an alien concept, yet we are intent on foisting it on them. Or the millions in Africa who were converted, often under duress, or with promise of material rewards, to convert to Christianity.
This is all done under the guise of improving their lot, but only according to our values.
It was then and is now based on our opinion of the barbarity of their customs, and the rightness of ours.
If we kept our noses out of other people's business, both their and our lives might be a lot better, and less confrontational !
As an added benefit, there would be fewer graveyards.
Giok