Staff Reports
In the political theater of international diplomacy, it seems there is always a production worth watching, and President Trump is once again stepping up as the leading man. While the media might not want to give him the applause he deserves, his recent efforts to broker peace have shown that when it comes to taking on global challenges, he’s not afraid to try. The critics, predictably, have had a field day, painting Trump’s diplomatic foray as an embarrassing spectacle, but let’s take a closer look here. Was it really worse than the chaos under Obama’s and Biden’s watch?
The recent meeting in Alaska has provided rich material for those looking to poke fun. Sure, Putin was probably grinning from ear to ear with the photo-op, but at least Trump had the guts to engage him. Meanwhile, under the Biden administration, the United States has become the diplomatic wallflower, with Russia marching on without fear of any real opposition. If we’re going to talk about disasters, it would behoove the media to remember the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan and the ongoing uncertainty in Ukraine. Suddenly, a presidential meeting with a bit of awkward tension doesn’t sound so bad, does it?
Let’s not forget that under Biden, Russia and Ukraine have been stuck in a stalemate with no end in sight. In contrast, Trump has shown he’s not afraid to wield America’s economic clout. His administration pushed sanctions hard and opened new energy deals, challenges that have rather ironically kept Putin on his toes. Perhaps, instead of the relentless bashing, the media should recognize that Trump’s approach might just have a sliver of hope that was absent from the last administration.
Ah, to be a Democrat politician as the party once again toes the line with remarkable discipline. As always, they stick to their talking points as if their careers depend on it – and let’s be honest, they probably do. But in their attempt to remain on message, they conveniently overlook their own party’s lackluster legacy in the geopolitical arena. Thankfully, Trump doesn’t shy away from playing hardball. His hands-on approach may not be textbook diplomacy, but he’s managed to get further than Biden, who, let’s face it, couldn’t even get Putin to the conference table after things heated up.
In the end, when everything is said and done, many Americans might find themselves asking who has given the world the best chance at peace. Trump’s attempts at diplomatic breakthroughs are a testament to his willingness to act, not just grimace on the sidelines. Maybe the left wants to criticize his every move, but it’s hard to deny that, thanks to Trump, there’s a stronger chance of reaching an end to the conflict in Ukraine. He’s proven it once before by de-escalating other global tensions, and perhaps it’s time the media stopped avoiding the truth. The game isn’t over yet, and there’s still a chance on the board for those willing to take it.
