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Linda T. Cades's avatar

Mr. Dean, you are absolutely right in your assessment of the meeting between Trump/Vance and President Zelensky. "February 28, 2025, will go down in history as a day of infamy in American diplomacy." For the first time in my 78 years, I am ashamed to be an American.

You also asked the most important question about that meeting: "Will the Zelenskyy episode finally get at least a few Republicans to break with him?" Given their recent cowardice, I expect absolutely nothing from Republicans. They have all long since abandoned any principles they may have had.

However, I am hopeful that Democratic leadership will offer a strong, loud condemnation of the behavior of Trump/Vance and a sincere apology to President Zelensky. They must speak for their party as one on behalf of all of us. If, by chance any Republican "leaders" should suddenly discover where they left their spines and consciences, I would welcome a decision to break with Trump/Vance and resume being decent human beings. I'm not holding my breath.

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Trump Assures Americans They’ll Hardly Notice U.S. Democracy Collapsing If They’re Too Busy Blaming Immigrants

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Donald Trump's recent statement on Truth Social, urging Americans to focus less on Vladimir Putin and more on domestic issues, is a blatant attempt to divert attention from his alarming pro-Putin stance, which undermines U.S. foreign policy and global democratic values.

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Historically, the United States has championed democracy and opposed authoritarian regimes. From the Cold War era to the present, U.S. foreign policy has been rooted in supporting sovereign nations against oppressive powers. Trump's recent actions starkly contrast this legacy. His administration's opposition to a United Nations resolution demanding Russia's withdrawal from Ukraine aligns the U.S. with Kremlin justifications for the invasion, signaling a disturbing shift in our nation's stance on international aggression.

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Furthermore, Trump's recent interactions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlight his disregard for democratic allies. In a contentious meeting, Trump humiliated Zelensky and dismissed Ukraine's NATO aspirations, effectively endorsing Russian aggression. This behavior not only alienates our allies but also emboldens authoritarian leaders like Putin.

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Trump's consistent praise for Putin, referring to him as "genius" and "savvy" during Russia's invasion of Ukraine, raises serious concerns about his allegiance to democratic principles. By shifting focus to exaggerated domestic threats, Trump attempts to distract from his administration's failure to confront genuine international dangers posed by authoritarian regimes.

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In conclusion, Trump's recent rhetoric is a dangerous deflection from critical global issues. His pro-Putin stance not only betrays America's historical commitment to democracy but also jeopardizes global stability by empowering despotic leaders. It is imperative that we recognize and challenge these actions to uphold the values upon which our nation was built.

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