Trump’s Legacy: Global Peace
The similarities are striking.
In his second and last presidential term, President Harry S. Truman set his sights on changing the world with his foreign policy agenda.
Following on the heels of World War II and the defeat of Adolph Hitler and his decidedly anti-Jewish agenda, the latter carried out with the unspeakable horror of concentration camps and the murder of some six million Jews, Truman set his sights on supporting the creation of a home for the Jews. That would be Israel.
Truman would go on to write of this moment:
Now that the Jews were ready to proclaim the State of Israel, however, I decided to move at once and give American recognition to the new nation.
…. About thirty minutes later, exactly eleven minutes after Israel had been proclaimed a state, Charlie Ross, my press secretary, handed the press the announcement of the de facto recognition by the United States of the provisional government of Israel.
Over at the USA History Timeline site, there is this about Truman and the creation of the United Nations.
In the aftermath of World War II, the world found itself at a crossroads. The devastation wrought by the conflict had not only altered national boundaries but also left a profound impact on global politics and human relationships. As nations grappled with the consequences of war, the idea of a united front emerged as a beacon of hope, promoting peace, security, and cooperation among countries. Central to this movement was the establishment of the United Nations, an organization envisioned to prevent future conflicts and foster international collaboration.
Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States, played a pivotal role in this transformative period. His leadership and vision were crucial in shaping the policies that led to the creation of the UN. Truman’s commitment to internationalism and his belief in the necessity of a collective approach to global issues resonated during a time when the world was desperate for unity. Through his speeches and actions, he galvanized support for the United Nations, setting the stage for a new era of diplomacy and cooperation.
In other words, President Truman took the bull by the horns and, in creating the United Nations, created what was decidedly a “new world order.” Now, some 80 years later, here is President Donald J. Trump coming forward with the creation of the Board of Peace.
Here are a few samples of reactions to Trump’s action:
From NBC: “Trump vows $10 billion from U.S. for his ‘Board of Peace,’ as he leans into global role.”
From the Associated Press: “Countries that attended Trump’s first Board of Peace meeting in Washington.”
From TIME magazine: “Who’s Accepted and Who’s Rejected Invites to Join Trump’s Board of Peace.”
From PBS: “Trump announces pledges for Gaza reconstruction and troop commitments at first Board of Peace meeting.”
From CNN: “Trump launches his ‘Board of Peace’ with billions pledged for Gaza, but many allies are wary.”
On and on and on go the headlines of Trump’s creation of the Board of Peace, littering the Internet.
And very much like his predecessor, Harry Truman and his role in creating the United Nations, Trump’s Board of Peace has every possibility to open a new chapter in world history. Accomplishing heretofore seemingly impossible tasks like bringing peace to Gaza and the Middle East — something Trump has a talent for, as demonstrated with his creation and organization of the “Abraham Accords.” The latter brought signed peace accords between Israel and the Arab nations of Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, and Sudan.
So. As was true of President Truman in the aftermath of World War II, the world, as always, keeps moving onward.
With, one hopes, the potential for real peace, this time as a presidential legacy brought by President Trump’s Board of Peace.
Stay tuned.
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