Letter to the editor: Peacemakers will restore order

Donald Trump is running for president in 2024. He kicked off his campaign in Russia seeking support from Putin such as he received in 2016 and 2020. When Putin attacked Ukraine, Trump called Putin a “genius” and said he made a great “savvy” decision.

Putin, like Trump, loves to hear sycophants’ praise, so he will probably try to get Trump elected again. I’m sure Trump can depend on Russian political/military helpers’ assistance in cyber attacks on American election processes and procedures, helping him steal an election and placing himself in power.

Trump and Putin exchanged important messages during their secretive, whispered talks, early in Trump’s presidency, after which records of their visits were destroyed. What did Trump gain? He and Putin are “friends”? I believe Putin, a skilled intelligence operative, learned that Trump was a weakling, a pushover for “friendship.” Republican Sen. Mitt Romney called Trump’s recent behavior concerning the Putin attack on Ukraine “almost treasonous.” Perhaps more Republicans will begin to see Trump for who he really is.

Joe Biden and professional American diplomats organized a strong resistance to Putin through the United Nations, NATO, the EU and economic sanctions against Russian terrorists. They have generated worldwide public opinion in support of Ukraine and provided humanitarian aid and military supplies to the beleaguered victims. Firm, committed peacemakers, using all their options, will restore order and peace.

Rodger Henderson

Johnstown