After two very difficult wars there is dangerous trend occurring in America toward a more isolation policy. Yet we must not forget what history has shown us that when good pulls backs away evil pulls in and that evil doesn’t sit and await but expands, till it becomes a much more dangerous threat, then if intervention took place in the first place. These examples can be seen throughout history whether it be at the 2 World Wars or 911, we must not forget our roles.
At the same time the United States can’t afford to be the world’s policeman whether it be through the financial burden or the blood of our most precious citizens. So as we reflect on those that died fighting for our freedom during this Memorial Day how do we insure their deaths not be in vain yet limit our future sacrifices. Here is a way we can do this (see below).
(1) Spread throughout the world the importance of a strong constitution which protects the freedoms of the minority and majority, limits government power and insures a more peaceful future in these countries. This can be done openly or clandestinely if need be.
(2) Support those who live in a totalitarian state who are willing to fight for the values of constitutional freedom with monies and arms if necessary. Train them clandestinely so that a smooth transaction can occur with as little fatalities as possible.
(3) Give limited resources to those who have overthrown such regions so that they can independently form there own democracy based on the values of that society. Whether that be through new import export agreements, friendly military basis, educational support or even military assistance. They will rebuild but we can bring the lumber.
(4) Insure all military actions have clear objectives which don’t include “nation building” and are contemplated with the least harm to our soldiers as one of the key elements. They also should have a time table not know to the public to achieve such goals and have back-up plans in place if those goals are not met.
(5) Image must not be as important as a quick and decisive military victory in any action that we take.