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An Open Letter to the Ukrainian American Community
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An Open Letter to the Ukrainian American Community

My Endorsement of Kamala Harris for President

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Alexander Vindman
Oct 31, 2024
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As the election heads into its final days, the stakes for the future of Ukraine and European security couldn’t be higher. As a proud Ukrainian American, I am acutely aware of the geopolitical implications of next Tuesday’s outcome. The leader we elect will steer our nation towards one of two poles.

The Harris administration will continue to support its allies, forge a unified West that stands up against its adversaries, and solidify military support for Ukraine as it battles a tyrannical Putin regime on its doorstep.

Under a Trump administration, the US would withdraw into itself. It would abandon its closest allies while cozying up to enemies like Russia, North Korea, and China whose leaders are skilled at stroking Trump’s ego and manipulating him. And under a Trump administration, with autocrats encouraged and allies abandoned, the world would devolve to the rules of the jungle with the strong preying on the weak. In this environment, Ukraine, Poland, Romania, the three Baltic States,…

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