For those over 40, memories of the Cold War and the heightened threat of war, including the Cuban missile crisis, shaped perceptions of Russia as a potential adversary. However, today’s conservatives exhibit an ambiguous attitude toward Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, prompting reflection on historical perspectives.
Despite a longstanding isolationist streak in American political culture, there is a need to address the current carnage in Europe, marking the second anniversary of the continent’s bloodiest conflict since World War Two. The question arises: how should those who still believe in America navigate the complexities of the Russia-Ukraine war?
Several fallacious and unjustified responses to the conflict include blaming America and NATO. Conspiracy theories, such as the “biolabs” argument, suggesting the U.S. funded secret bioweapons laboratories in Ukraine, have been debunked. Accusations that America and allies provoked the war by enlarging NATO are also challenged, emphasizing NATO as a club of free states where participation is voluntary.
Patriotic Americans are urged to consider supporting Ukraine, recognizing the war’s proximity to NATO, an organization the U.S. helped create. However, the approach to aid is questioned, advocating for transparency and accountability in providing assistance to Ukraine. Despite acknowledging Ukraine’s corruption, the argument emphasizes that being run by a corrupt elite does not justify invasion.
The author contends that the Biden administration’s corruption does not warrant foreign intervention, drawing parallels to the American Revolution. The call is to provide Ukraine with essential resources, such as ammunition and intelligence, without resorting to unaccountable financial aid.
Sebastian Gorka, a presidential appointee on the Defense Department National Security Education Board, urges conservatives to support Ukraine’s fight for freedom, emphasizing the historical importance of international assistance during the American Revolution. The views expressed in this commentary are the author’s own and do not reflect the official position of the Daily Caller News Foundation.
