The Democratic debates revealed a spectacular show of well-intentioned, hawkish socialists. Across the board, candidates presented visions of a greatly expanded government, that would complete its takeover of American medicine and higher-level education. Unsurprisingly, candidates were in unison, beating their chests, singing the praises of the American Empire. Implied was a desire for more US intervention in the middle east and an escalation of tensions with the world’s other major nuclear power; Russia.
There was one major exception however; Tulsi Gabbard. Gabbard was given significantly less attention than the “top tier” candidates. Her point of view with regards to foreign policy is one of peace and prosperity with other nations, unnecessary conflict with none. In fact, her foreign policy position has won her the seal of approval from none other than former congressman and Presidential candidate Ron Paul. Rather than spending billions of dollars as the policeman of the world, why not use that money to strengthen our crumbling Homefront (infrastructure, social programs, etc)?
In contrast to most of her Democratic opponents Gabbard has military experience, having served two tours of duty as a medic during the height of the conflict in Iraq. She understands that war is not a sunny walk in the park, but a destructive death machine that must be avoided at all costs. When Clinton pushed the Obama administration to support the murdering of Qaddafi in Libya, Gabbard was a fierce opponent. That country is now a mere shell of its former self. Many in Obama’s and Trump’s administrations have/had sought an excuse to directly topple the Assad regime, Gabbard has opposed these war hawks every time (both Republican and Democrat).
“Think Different” was Steve Job’s famous call to arms. Out of the 20 candidates that participated in the Democratic Debates, Gabbard is the only one that truly thinks differently. Frivolous wars do much more harm to our country than free medicine or education could ever aspire to do. They undermine our moral authority and financial security. If you are a Democrat, it would be wise to support this brilliant peacemaker. Republicans, urge President Trump to draft her into his state department!