In this article, Gail Collins and Bret Stephens discuss the implications of President Trump's policies on humanitarian aid and intelligence. Collins initially highlights their shared criticism of Trump, while Stephens admits that he harbors grievances but acknowledges that he sometimes aligns with Trump's ideas, particularly regarding foreign aid. He warns of a potential future resembling authoritarian regimes if Trump's methods continue unchecked, especially regarding the dismantling of civic norms and the manipulation of institutions like the C.I.A. Despite his fears, he expresses nuanced views on the efficacy of U.S. foreign aid under Trump's approach.
I just don't disagree with every single policy of Trump's... I've always had my misgivings about the way the United States delivers aid.
If this goes on like this for four years, or even four months, we're going to be living in an unrecognizable republic.
We've spent so much time agreeing about President Trump. It's been great... that you can come up with specific presidential actions.
There are days when I wake up and think: If this goes on like this... a booming economy keeps a majority of voters indifferent to the collapse of civic and constitutional norms.
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