John Bolton and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse warn that if America aligns more closely with autocratic countries, it could undermine democratic principles and increase citizen disillusionment.
The concern is clear: if the U.S. loses its role as a democratic leader and makes alliances with autocrats, it risks recycling a culture of secrecy and corruption back home.
Bolton expresses a significant moment during his tenure when Trump's desire to disengage from key alliances became apparent, raising alarms about destabilizing global security.
Anne Applebaum highlights that proposals to withdraw from NATO signal not only a shift in foreign policy but also a potential threat to the foundational values of democracy.
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