OPINION:
Evil has a unique ability to make good people forget who they are. Oftentimes, this metamorphosis occurs over centuries. However, when we confront pure evil face to face, the transformation can transpire in a mere moment.
I call on President Trump to resist the lies of President Xi Jinping in Beijing and not be swayed by the allure of what the Chinese tyrant refers to as a “grander investment” in America.
A further Chinese financial stake in our democratic republic means diminished freedom for the American people. We cannot rely on Chinese diplomatic efforts against Iran, as China covertly supports the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and openly fuels the oil industry, which funds terrorism globally.
The Chinese government supports the antisemitic sentiments of the Iranians, and that alone should disqualify them from partaking in a diplomatic discussion.
In every negotiation, there is potential support given and an “ask” of each party. China will offer to serve as the global peacemaker that its impressive propaganda machine purports it to be. In return, Mr. Xi will privately ask Mr. Trump to stand down so China can continue its communist quest to destroy the lives of the Taiwanese people.
This is a dangerous deal and one Mr. Trump must reject — or his noble legacy will be severely diminished.
Until the Chinese people reclaim their true republic, we cannot trust the words and deeds of a regime that prides itself on domination atop an unsure and dangerous foundation of lies. As Americans, we are the strongest we have been in decades with Mr. Trump’s leadership, and we must not forget our democratic allies as it relates to combating Iran, Russia and all other foes.
We must cease all negotiations with the Chinese Communist Party. Ahead of the 250th anniversary of America’s sacred independence, we must declare sovereignty and reject a dark version of posterity controlled by Mr. Xi. If we are to thrive for another 250 years, may we garner the intestinal fortitude to fight evil in our time.
HENRY WILSON
Washington
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