The claim that Republican policies are causing “lasting damage” reflects rhetoric, not reality. Voters supported Republicans because they favor secure borders, enforcement of existing laws, economic growth and a foreign policy that prioritizes American interests.

Immigration enforcement is not “terror”; it is the lawful execution of statutes passed by Congress. When tragic incidents occur, conservatives support investigation and accountability, not the abandonment of law enforcement altogether. Likewise, tariffs are not simply “taxes on Americans,” but strategic tools used to counter unfair trade practices and protect U.S. workers.

America’s foreign policy continues to balance deterrence with restraint, avoiding endless wars while supporting allies. Claims of war crimes, canceled elections, or constitutional collapse are speculative and unsupported by facts.

Healthy democracies allow sharp debate, but equating policy disagreements with authoritarianism undermines serious discussion. Conservatives remain committed to the Constitution, the rule of law, and the voters who elected them.

Kathy Gassler

East Freedom